Psychology, BA
Degree Requirements
Students must complete a minimum of 34 graded credit hours in psychology, earning a grade of C or better in each course. These hours must include:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PY 100 | Basic Concepts in Psychology | 3 |
| PY 151 | Psychological Statistics | 3 |
| PY 231 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| PY 251 | Research Methods in Psychology | 3 |
| PY 299 | Psychological Forum | 1 |
| Select at least one course from the following: | 3 | |
| Psychological Development through the Life-Span | ||
| Psychology of Infancy and Childhood | ||
| Adolescent Psychology | ||
| Psychology of Adulthood and Aging | ||
| PY 301 | Principles of Learning | 3 |
| or PY 306 | Cognition | |
| PY 307 | Physiological Psychology | 3 |
| or PY 326 | Health Psychology | |
| PY 310 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| or PY 311 | Multicultural Psychology | |
| Upper-division psychology courses 1 | 6 | |
| Select 3 hours from the following: 2 | 3 | |
| Internship | ||
| Advanced Research Design/Scientific Writing | ||
| Independent Study | ||
| Directed Research | ||
| Total Hours | 34 | |
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Capstone courses may not be used to fulfill this requirement
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To serve as the basis of a Senior Capstone Experience
Students should work closely with an advisor to plan the required Capstone Experience. The Capstone Experience should be taken during the junior or senior year.
Some courses which meet psychology major requirements are not offered each semester, so students should always consult a Psychology faculty advisor when planning their course schedule.
At least 9 hours (including 6 upper division hours) must be taken at Washburn.