PSYCHOLOGY, BA
Understanding the Mind
Psychology is the scientific study of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Contrary to popular opinion, psychology is a science. Psychology employs rigorous studies in an effort to promote mental health and general human welfare. The study of psychology addresses important concepts such as cognition, social relationships, personality dimensions, psychopathology, and child development.
Psychology for non-majors: Psychology Minor
Psychology, BA Curriculum
General Education Curriculum
In keeping with The W's Mission, the General Education Program provides students with the skills, knowledge, and values they need to become independent, productive members of society in our continually changing world.
The W's General Education Program provides a foundation in the liberal arts that includes knowledge in the historical, literary, aesthetic, scientific, and cultural traditions that shape the world, and fosters skills that allow students to become civically responsible life-long learners ready to adapt to new challenges.
All students who complete the Mississippi University for Women general education program will demonstrate:
- Critical Thinking
- Effective Communication
- Cultural Literacy
- Quantitative & Technology Skills
- Understanding of Self, Global Societies, & the Natural World
- Life-Long Learning
Bachelor of Arts Requirements
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree must include the following courses (or demonstrate equivalent competency) in their academic program:
- Foreign Language 101-102 8 semester hours
- Foreign Language 201-202 6 semester hours
To fulfill the language requirement for the B.A., students must complete the 202 level or above in a foreign language. For information on foreign language placement, see the Department of Languages, Literature, and Philosophy section in the Bulletin. If, upon entering the University, a student already has sufficient background to be successful in 201-202, he/she does not need to enroll in 101-102. The requirement is in essence six hours credit at the 200-level or above.
Major Core Courses:
Please check with your advisor or the Department Chair, Dr. Dorthy Berglund, at 662-329-7327 or via email at dmberglund@muw.edu for the most up-to-date courses and bulletin information.