27-hour B.A. in Psychology
This degree offers a broad background in psychology to students pursuing a second major or minor in any discipline, including arts, humanities, and social sciences. In addition to the required courses listed below, students are encouraged to take advantage of laboratory research opportunities or field experiences relevant to their areas of interest.
Foundations
B.A. students in psychology at Valpo must complete the general-education requirements for the B.A. This University-wide core strengthens communication and critical thinking skills while introducing students to global cultures and traditions.
Psychology Courses
| PSY 102 | Introductory Professional Development in Psychology | 1.5 credits |
| PSY 110 | General Psychology | 3 credits |
| PSY 111 | Lab in General Experimental Psychology | 1 credit |
| PSY 201 | Statistical Methods | 3 credits |
| PSY 202 | Research Methods in Psychology | 3 credits |
| PSY 302 | Advanced Professional Development in Psychology | 1.5 credits |
| PSY 493 | Senior Seminar | 0 credits |
| Foundational Core Areas | 12 credits | |
| Four courses from the following options: | ||
| PSY 215 | Life Span Development | 3 credits |
| PSY 225 | Social Psychology | 3 credits |
| PSY 235 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 credits |
| PSY 245* | Physiological Psychology | 3 credits |
| PSY 350* | Human Cognition | 3 credits |
| Writing and Research | 2-8 credits | |
| Two courses from the following options (One must be a lab course): | ||
| Courses with Labs | ||
| PSY 245/246 | Physiological Psychology Laboratory in Physiological Psychology | 3 credits 1 credit |
| PSY 250/251 | Principles and Applications of Learning Laboratory in Principles and Applications of Learning | 3 credits 1 credit |
| PSY 345/346 | Sensation and Perception Laboratory in Sensation and Perception | 3 credits 1 credit |
| PSY 350/351 | Human Cognition Laboratory in Human Cognition | 3 credits 1 credit |
| PSY 370 | Laboratory in Experimental Design & Analysis | 3 credits |
| PSY 375/376 | Human Neuropsychology Laboratory in Human Neuropsychology | 3 credits 1 credit |
| Courses without Labs | ||
| PSY 330 | Child and Adolescent Development | 3 credits |
| PSY 335 | Psychology of Personality | 3 credits |
| PSY 360 | History and Systems | 3 credits |
| PSY 365 | Psychology and Religion | 3 credits |
| PSY 465 | Psychology and Law | 3 credits |
| *Course may also be used to partially fulfill the laboratory requirement. |
Early-Entry M.A. Program
Well-qualified students may apply for early entry into the Valparaiso University M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling program and complete up to twelve credits of graduate coursework toward the degree during their senior year.
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Pre-Medical Arts Program
A major in psychology is an appropriate preparation for admission into professional schools and programs in medicine, dentistry, hospital administration, medical technology, optometry, osteopathy, physical therapy, podiatry, public health, veterinary medicine, and other allied health fields.
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Learning through Experience
Psychology students have a rich variety of opportunities for hands-on learning, through laboratory research, internships and co-op placements, outreach work in the local community, and mentoring fellow students.
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