Psychology Major Requirements |
49 units |
|
Survey of the Field |
12 units |
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| PSYC 103C** | General Psychology | 3 units |
| PSYC 320 | Developmental Psychology | 3 units |
| PSYC 332 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 units |
| PSYC 440 | History and Systems of Psychology | 3 units |
Research Component |
10 units |
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| PSYC 220C** | Researched Writing for Psychology Majors | 3 units |
| PSYC 265C** | Introduction to Statistical Methods | 3 units |
| PSYC 381 | Research Methods in Psychology | 4 units |
Psychological Perspectives |
15 units |
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| Cognitive: | PSYC 449: Cognitive Psychology | 3 units |
| Behavioral: | PSYC 350: Theories and Principles of Learning | 3 units |
| or PSYC 420: Behavior Modification | ||
| Biological: | PSYC 340: Biological Psychology | 3 units |
| Sociocultural: | PSYC 324: Social Psychology | 3 units |
| Spiritual: | PSYC 477C: Psychology and Christianity | 3 units |
Application |
3+ units |
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| PSYC 460 | Field Practicum | 3 or more units |
| (or) PSYC 474 and 475 Psychological Research I and II | 8 units | |
Electives |
9 units |
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| Three courses from the following list are commonly used to fulfill this requirement: | ||
| PSYC 321 | Adolescent Psychology | 3 units |
| PSYC 331*** | Diversity Issues in the Helping Professions | 3 units |
| PSYC 335 | Social and Psychological Aspects of Aging | 3 units |
| PSYC 344 | Family Violence | 3 units |
| PSYC 345*** | Theories of Personality | 3 units |
| PSYC 346 | Human Sexuality | 3 units |
| PSYC 350 | Theories and Principles of Learning | 3 units |
| PSYC 352 | Culture and Psychology | 3 units |
| PSYC 355 | Survey of Human Services | 3 units |
| PSYC 370 | Psychology of Work | 3 units |
| PSYC 420 | Behavior Modification | 3 units |
| PSYC 434 | Group Dynamics | 3 units |
| PSYC 441 | Sport Psychology | 3 units |
| PSYC 450 | Psychology Teaching Internship | 3 units |
| PSYC 460 | Field Practicum | 3 units |
| PSYC 462*** | Counseling Theories | 3 units |
| PSYC 463*** | Counseling Methods | 3 units |
| PSYC 470 | Special Topics | 3 units |
| PSYC 474 | Psychological Research I | 4 units |
| PSYC 475 | Psychological Research II | 4 units |
* This information is provided for ease of use, however it is not the official record. See the academic catalog for official course descriptions and requirements.
**This class also fulfills a CORE requirement.
***Students considering graduate work in counseling psychology or clinical psychology are strongly encouraged to take the indicated courses.
An exit interview and Major Field Test are required of all graduating seniors. The Major Field Test is an objective, end-of-program test designed to assess the mastery of concepts, principles, and knowledge expected of students at the conclusion of the psychology major.
last changed 3/31/2010
