Bachelor of Science in Psychology

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Bachelor of Science in Psychology

  • Objectives Psychology is the study of why people think and behave the way they do. Factors such as depression and other mental disorders, marriage and family problems, job stress, addiction, and a growing elderly population contribute to increased demand for psychology services in the United States.* Working as a psychologist requires a doctoral degree; however, with a bachelor's degree in psychology from Kaplan University you may qualify for many entry-level jobs in community mental health centers, vocational rehabilitation centers, and correctional programs.
  • Course description Program Highlights

    The Kaplan University Bachelor of Science in Psychology program offers a broad liberal arts education combined with an in-depth look at how psychology relates to your everyday life. The program is designed to help you:
    • Examine the major concepts, values, theories, studies, research methods, and historical trends in psychology as they apply to human behavior, learning, and development
    • Gain a deeper understanding of psychological theory and methodology
    • Study diversity and the cultural conditions that motivate people
    • Utilize the scientific approach to evaluate behavior and mental processes relating to personal, social, and organizational issues
    CORE

    Courses      Credits
    Communication Course     5
    Mathematics Course     5
    Communication Course     5
    Arts and Humanities Course     6
    Physical Science Course     6
    Social Science Course     6

    MAJOR

    Courses      Credits
    Academic Strategies for the Psychology Professional     5
    Statistics     5
    Contemporary Issues in Psychology     5
    Introduction to Cognitive Psychology     5
    History of Psychology     5
    Child and Adolescent Psychology     5
    Research Methods I     6
    Personality Development     6
    Screening and Assessment     6
    General Biology I—Human Perspectives     5
    Psychology     5
    Emphasis Area Courses     24
    Bachelor’s Capstone in Psychology     6
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