Psychology
Degree Title:
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Pre-Professional Concentration
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Pre-Professional Concentration
Psychology is the study of the mind, behavior, and human experience. Students explore how people think, feel, develop, interact, and respond to the world around them while building skills in communication, research, critical thinking, and understanding human behavior. An undergraduate degree in psychology provides a strong foundation for a wide range of career paths in human services, education, business, healthcare, research, and many other fields, as well as for graduate study in counseling, psychology, social work, education, health professions, development, organizational leadership, and related areas.
Overview
- Program Type: Bachelors Degree
- Program Length: 120 Credits
- Format: On-Campus
- Program Entry: Typically August or January
- Entry Deadline for August: July 15
- Entry Deadline for January: November 15
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Cost
Costs for undergraduate programs are posted in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu and the AU Student Financial Services page at andrews.edu/services/sfs.
To receive a degree from Andrews University, students must complete 120 credits, which includes the requirements for their chosen Major and Andrews Core Experience (ACE). Some students may also need general electives to reach the 120 credits or may elect to add a minor or additional major.
Official requirements for baccalaureate degrees are found in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu
Official requirements for baccalaureate degrees are found in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu
BS Psychology: Pre-Professional Requirements
CORE REQUIREMENTS - 12 credits
CONCENTRATION REQUIREMENTS - 27 credits
Choose one of the following:
Choose two of the following:
Capstone
Choose one of the following:
Electives
COGNATES - 23-26 Credits
Choose one of the following:
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Choose one of the following:
Choose one of the following sociocultural cognates:
NOTES
The School of Social & Behavioral Sciences regularily offers tours during the summer which allow students to learn through cultural immersion and hands on practical training. Students in the Psychology program are strongly encouraged to participate in at least one summer tour. Find out more on our Study Tours page.
- PSYC101 Introduction to Psychology (3)
- PSYC105 Careers & Plans for the Psyc Major (0)
- PSYC301 Human Development (3)
- PSYC432 Research Methods II (3)
- PSYC465 Physiological Psychology (3)
CONCENTRATION REQUIREMENTS - 27 credits
Choose one of the following:
- PSYC364 Learning and Behavior (3)
- PSYC445 Cognitive Psychology (3)
- PSYC471 Behavior Modification (3)
- PSYC475 Topics: (3) (must be a cognitive or learning topic)
- HONS380H Top: Cognitive Science & Faith
Choose two of the following:
- PSYC450 Social Psychology (3)
- PSYC454 Theories of Personality (3)
- PSYC460 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior (3)
Capstone
- MPA405 Midwestern Psychologial Association Meeting (1)
Choose one of the following:
- PSYC498 Research Project in Psychology (2+)
- PSYC495 Professional Portfolio (0)
- PSYC480 Field Experience (2+)
- PSYC490 Practicum in Psychology (3)
- LEAD498 Leadership Change Project & PSYC480 Field Experience (2)
Electives
- Choose from available PSYC courses as needed to reach 40 total credits in Psychology (15-18 credits)
COGNATES - 23-26 Credits
- BHSC230 Research Methods I (3)
Choose one of the following:
- RELT340 Religion & Ethics in Modern Society (3)
- RELT385 Bioethics & Christian Faith (3)
- RELT390 Christian Business Ethics (3)
- RELT440 Fundamentals of Spirituality & Ethics in Healthcare (3)
Choose one of the following:
- BIOL165 Foundations of Biology (5)
- BIOL221 Anatomy & Physiology I (4)
Choose one of the following:
- ANTH200 Cultural Anthropology (3)
- SOCI119 Principles of Sociology (3)
Choose one of the following sociocultural cognates:
- ANTH200 Cultural Anthropology (3)
- BHSC225 Global Social Issues (3)
- PSYC355 Cultural Psychology (3)
- PSYC468 Community Psychology (3)
- An Int'l Student Missionary Experience
- Attending Adventist Colleges Abroad
- An AU tour with cultural concepts
NOTES
- A minimum of 27 credits must be from courses numbered 300 or above
- Transfer courses taken at the lower division (numbered 100/1000-299/2999) will not count towards the 27 credit upper division minimum.
The School of Social & Behavioral Sciences regularily offers tours during the summer which allow students to learn through cultural immersion and hands on practical training. Students in the Psychology program are strongly encouraged to participate in at least one summer tour. Find out more on our Study Tours page.
Sample Four-Year Plan
FIRST YEAR
SECOND YEAR
THIRD YEAR
FOURTH YEAR
A typical four year plan is based on a full time load of 15-16 credits per semester in the Fall (August-December) and Spring (January-May) semesters. Students may elect to take courses in the summers for lighter courseloads in the fall and spring or to accellerate completion. A typical summer load is 3-6 credits for part-time study and 9-12 credits for full time study.
- PSYC101 Intro to Psychology (3)
- PSYC105 Careers & Plans for Psychology Majors (0)
- PSYC201 Human Development (3)
- Choose one: ANTH200 Cultural Anthropology (3) or SOCI119 Principles of Sociology (3)
- Choose an ACE Math Course (3-4)
- ENGL115/117 College Writing I (3)
- ENGL215 College Writing II (3)
- Choose RELT100 God in Human life (3) or RELB210 Jesus in His Time & Ours (3)
- HLED135 Wellbeing 360° (3)
- COMM104 Communication Skills (3)
- HIST110 Worldviews, Cultures, & Gods (3)
SECOND YEAR
- Choose one: PSYC364 Learning & Behavior (3), PSYC445 Cognitive Psychology (3), PSYC471 Behavior Modification (3), or PSYC475 Top: (cognitive or learning) (3)
- Choose PSYC Electives (6)
- Choose a sociocultural cognate (3)
- Choose BIOL221 Anatomy & Physiology I (4) or BIOL165 Foundations of Biology (5)
- Choose a Fine Arts/Humanities Theory Course (3)
- Choose a Religion Course (3)
- Choose a general elective or minor requirement (9)
THIRD YEAR
- BHSC230 Research Methods I (3)
- PSYC432 Research Methods II (3)
- PSYC405 MPA Meeting (1)
- Choose PSYC Electives (6)
- Choose a Fine Arts/Humanities ACE Course (3)
- Choose a Religion Course (3)
- Choose a general elective or minor requirement (12)
FOURTH YEAR
- PSYC465 Physiological Psychology (3)
- Choose two: PSYC450 Social Psychology, PSYC454 Learning & Behavior, PSYC460 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior (3)
- Choose PSYC Electives (6-9)
- Choose a Religion Ethics Course (3)
- Choose a capstone option (0-3)
- Choose general electives or minor requirements (10)
A typical four year plan is based on a full time load of 15-16 credits per semester in the Fall (August-December) and Spring (January-May) semesters. Students may elect to take courses in the summers for lighter courseloads in the fall and spring or to accellerate completion. A typical summer load is 3-6 credits for part-time study and 9-12 credits for full time study.
Andrews Core Experience
Andrews Core Experience courses are required for all undergraduate students regardless of major. These courses count towards the 120 total credits for a degree and are included in the four-year-plan above. For students who are accepted into the J.N. Andrews Honors Program, the SAGES curriculum replaces the Andrews Core Experience Requirements - find out more at andrews.edu/services/honors.
Official requirements for the Andrews Core Experience are found in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu
Official requirements for the Andrews Core Experience are found in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu
- Phone: 269-471-3152
- Email: ssbs@andrews.edu