PSYCHOLOGY, BS

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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, BS 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

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Bachelor of Science Requirements

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree must complete the following courses in their academic program:

8 semester hours of Laboratory Science
3 semester hours of Mathematics MA 113 (or higher)
6 semester hours of Science and/or Mathematics
3 semester hours of additional mathematics above MA 113 or computer applications/programming course

A total of 20 hours is required, and students may not double count credit hours in the above categories.

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.

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