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
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:
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree must complete the following courses in their academic program:
A total of 20 hours is required, and students may not double count credit hours in the above categories.
Please check with your advisor or the Department Chair, Dr. Dorthy Berglund, at 662-329-7327 or via email at dmberglund@muw.eduĀ for the most up-to-date courses and bulletin information.