Bachelor of Science in Psychology

bachelor of science in psychology

Description

The Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree program provides theoretical coverage in the science of psychology while introducing critical skills necessary to function proficiently in applied service provision settings. The degree program provides a general survey of psychology and builds upon an integrated foundation of general and applied science, research methods, technical writing, and human relations and development.

THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY’s online B.S. in psychology provides theoreatical coverage in the science of psychology while introducing critical skills necessary to perform in an applied service facility setting. This degree program provides a general survey of psychology and builds upon an integrated foundation of general and applied science, human relations and development, research methods and technical writing. Graduates of this program will have the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue entry-level positions in the field of psychology including psychiatric aides and psychiatric technicians.

Upon completion of the program, students should be able to do the following:
  • Critique scholarly articles from peer-reviewed psychology journals with regard to strengths and weaknesses of research design, content, and generalizability.
  • Analyze aspects of ethics and multicultural diversity as they relate to practice in the psychological profession.
  • Apply psychological concepts, theories, and appropriate tests and measures to real-world cases and situations.
  • Integrate individual perspective with psychological concepts and theories in written work.

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Curriculum

The Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree program provides theoretical coverage in the science of psychology, while introducing critical skills necessary to function proficiently in applied service provision settings. The degree program provides a general survey of psychology and builds upon an integrated foundation of general and applied science, research methods, technical writing, and human relations and development.

Major Requirements | Total Required Semester Hours: 33

Major Requirements

Group B | Total Required Semester Hours: 6

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GENERAL EDUCATION | Total Required Semester Hours: 36

Electives | Total Required Semester Hours: 36

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  • Transfer Credits Accepted
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Giving our students the flexibility they need to fit education into their busy schedules is at the core of our mission. Our courses are designed to accommodate working professionals, moms, dads, and anyone else who is balancing school with other life commitments.

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Complete assignments at your own pace while working within set course start and end dates. A term lasts approximately nine weeks.

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