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Bachelor of Science
Psychology

Psychology
Bachelor of Science
AT A GLANCE
  • 120 credits
  • Transfer up to 90 credits
  • All courses are available online
  • Select on-site and hybrid courses available
TUITION
  • $250 per credit hour
    (Europe & Downrange)

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Prepare for a career in human services or graduate study with a bachelor's degree in psychology.

With a bachelor’s degree in psychology from University of Maryland Global Campus, you’ll acquire a valuable knowledge base of theory, research, and practice in the psychological sciences. The curriculum, designed with input from employers, industry experts, and scholars, gives you the opportunity to analyze human behavior and hone your quantitative skills, communication proficiencies, and analytical and scientific reasoning expertise. Coursework in this program can help you gain skills and knowledge that can serve you well in business, healthcare, and education settings as well as advanced studies in social sciences.

 

Total Credits Required: 120

  • Required Major Courses: 33
  • Minor and Elective Courses: 46
  • General Education Courses: 41

Required Major Courses

  • (3 Credits, PSYC 100)
  • (3 Credits, PSYC 220) 
  • (3 Credits, PSYC 251) or any upper-level PSYC course
  • (3 Credits, PSYC 300)
  • (3 Credits, PSYC 301)
  • (3 Credits, PSYC 310) or any upper-level PSYC course
  • (3 Credits, PSYC 335)
  • (3 Credits, PSYC 341) or any upper-level PSYC course
  • (3 Credits, PSYC 353)
  • (3 Credits, PSYC 436)
  • (3 Credits, PSYC 495)

Related Required Courses

The following may be applied to general education or elective requirements.

  • (3 Credits, STAT 200)

Bachelor's General Education Requirements

Program Highlights

Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty.

Evaluate Research
Describe advantages, limitations, and ethical implications of various research strategies.
Solve Problems
Use critical thinking, skeptical inquiry, and the scientific approach to solve problems.
Analyze Psychological Practice
Evaluate psychological science and practice based on ethical principles of psychology.
Communicate Ideas
Communicate knowledge, ideas, arguments, and perspectives with diverse groups.
Study Diversity
Appraise sociocultural and international diversity and learn how it influences behavior.
Work Toward Your Goals
Apply psychology-specific content skills to career readiness and lifetime learning goals.

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