Psychology

Overview & Highlights: 

The psychology major introduces students to the study of human behavior and mental processes, and prepares them for further study in the field. The major provides students with foundational training in psychology while challenging them to examine human nature from scientific, religious, philosophical, physiological and socio-cultural perspectives.

Highlights:

  • Flexible program which can be tailored to meet student goals
  • Both clinical and experimental research emphases
  • Opportunities for applied practicum experiences as well as research
What can I do with this degree? (Our Graduates): 

Career options for psychology majors range from careers requiring graduate education in psychology (academia, clinical psychology, school psychology, marriage and family therapy, etc.) to careers in which a bachelor’s degree in psychology may provide helpful adjunctive training (law enforcement/criminology, ministry, human resources, education, business, public relations, marketing, etc.), but may not require an advanced degree.

 

Internship Opportunities: 

The psychology program provides opportunities for applied practicum experiences as well as research.

The psychological practicum provides students with an opportunity to earn 1-3 units in an applied psychological setting. This gives students a chance to gain “real-world” experience and to serve the community. Three units minimum are required for a practicum to count for full course credit.

The psychological research practicum provides students with an opportunity to engage in empirical research projects. Projects include (but are not limited to) (1) working at Link Care Center, a Christian psychological center providing the Fresno community with outpatient psychological services and specializing in treatment for missionaries, clergy and their families, and (2) individualized research projects coordinated by individual faculty.

Degree Course Listings: 

GENERAL EDUCATION PREREQUISITES

PSY-120 Introduction to Psychology (3)
 
REQUIRED COURSES (10 COURSES, 30-37 UNITS)
 
PSY-300 Statistics (3)
 
Core Courses
Select four of the following:
PSY-320 Experimental Psychology (4)
PSY-340 Psychological Assessment (4)
PSY-350 Child Development (3)
PSY-370 Cognitive Psychology (4)
PSY-375 Physiological Psychology (4)
PSY-380 Psychology of Learning (3)
PSY-395 Social Psychology (3)
PSY-400 Psychology of Personality (3)
PSY-410 Abnormal Psychology (4)
PSY-450 History and Systems of Psychology (4)
 
Breadth Courses
Select five additional courses from those listed above or below:
PSY-355 Adolescent Development (3)
PSY-360 Life-Span Development (3)
PSY-365 Gerontology (3)
PSY-390 Group Dynamics and Leadership (3)
PSY-420 Childhood Disabilities and Psychopathology (4)
PSY-440 Counseling (4)
PSY-460 Psychology of Religion (3)
PSY-482 Psychological Practicum (3)
 
Additional Opportunities (with prior instructor
approval only)
PSY-495 Psychology Research Project (1-4)
PSY-496 Psychology Research Practicum (Link Care Center) (1-4)
 
 
 
 
Tuition & Fees
 
 
 

High school students