Psychology Minor
The psychology minor is for students in a bachelor’s degree program who also want to gain an understanding of the scientific study of human thought and behavior. The minor provides enough structure for students to learn about the breadth and depth of the field while also allowing students to select from a variety of courses to focus on specific areas of interest.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the minor, students will be able to:
- Explain how psychologists evaluate and use evidence to support theories.
- Identify current major theories and findings in various areas of psychology.
Curriculum Requirements
A minimum of 15 credits is required for completion of the minor. Students must be enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in order to declare a minor.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Coursework | ||
| PSYC 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 251 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Lifespan Development | ||
| Biological Psychology | ||
| Child Development | ||
| Adolescent Development | ||
| Psychology Personal Adjustment | ||
| Psychology of Gender | ||
| Human Diversity Social Context | ||
| Elementary Statistics | ||
or MATH 141 | Statistics | |
| Select two of the following: | 6-8 | |
| Sports & Exercise Psychology | ||
| Industrial/Org Psychology | ||
| Motivation and Behavior | ||
| Personality | ||
| Group Behavior | ||
| Social Psychology | ||
| Total Credits | 15-17 | |