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Psychology Focused Elective Area
Associate of ArtsThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Take introductory-level courses in psychological practice, theory, and research and learn how you can apply psychological content to business, healthcare, education, and workplace settings. For example, you’ll learn how to apply problem-solving strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness in a variety of contexts. Plus, courses you take in this focused elective area may be applicable to a bachelor’s degree in psychology.
Program Highlights
Required Courses
Total Credits Required: 60
- Required Core Courses: 4 Credits
- Focused Elective Courses: 21 Credits
- General Education Courses: 35 Credits
Required Core Courses (4 credits)
- One 3-credit course in communication, writing, or speech, chosen from the following:
- (3 Credits, ENGL 102)
- (3 Credits, ENGL 281)
- (3 Credits, JOUR 201)
- Any 3-credit COMM or SPCH courses
- Any 3-credit WRTG courses (except 486A and 486B)
- One 1-credit course, chosen from the following:
- (1 Credit, CAPL 198A)
- (1 Credit, CAPL 198B)
- (1 Credit, CAPL 198C)
- (1 Credit, BMGT 121A)
- (1 Credit, BMGT 121B)
- Any 1-credit course
Suggested Focused Elective Courses in Psychology (21 credits)
- Psychology core course:
- (3 Credits, PSYC 100)
- Psychology-related courses (12), chosen from the following:
- PSYC 321
(or another PSYC course) - (3 Credits, PSYC 335)
(or another PSYC course) - PSYC 351
(or another PSYC course) - (3 Credits, PSYC 353)
(or another PSYC course)
- PSYC 321
- Focused Elective courses (6)‚ Courses that may be applicable to the BS in Psychology are recommended.
- Please note: If you select to follow the suggested focused elective area, any transfer credit you have earned that does not transfer as a general education requirement will be used in the focused elective area thus possibly reducing the number of specific focused courses that will be available for your degree plan. Please contact your academic advisor for additional information.
Career Preparation
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
60
Transfer Credits
Up to 45
Format
- All courses are available online
- Select on-site and hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Psychology
Bachelor of ScienceThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Advance in your career with an online bachelor’s degree in psychology from University of Maryland Global Campus. Increase your marketability by learning career-relevant skills in critical thinking and scientific reasoning. Expand your knowledge base under the direction of experienced faculty members who bring their practical expertise to the classroom. Earn your degree on your own time with our convenient online courses and save time and money with our generous transfer credit policy. Why wait? Take the first step and apply today!
Program Highlights
- Apply concepts: Apply relevant concepts, theories, empirical findings, and historical trends to personal, organizational, and social issues.
- Conduct research: Model scientific reasoning by designing, participating in, and evaluating psychological research.
- Think critically: Implement critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, technology-based information literacy, and the scientific approach to solve problems.
- Use ethical principles: Use ethical principles of psychology to evaluate psychological science and practice within professional and personal settings.
- Communicate effectively: Communicate ideas, concepts, arguments, and perspectives during effective interactions with diverse groups in a variety of contexts.
- Understand behavior: Analyze the complexity of human diversity and how it influences our understanding of behavior.
- Become career-ready: Apply psychology content and skills to career readiness, lifetime learning goals, and workforce contributions.
Required 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 Course
The following may be applied to general education requirements:
- (3 Credits, STAT 200)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help you prepare for higher-level education in psychology as well as entry-level or mid-level career paths in a variety of industries, including business, healthcare, law enforcement, and higher education. Potential job titles within specific psychology careers include case manager, social services coordinator, mental health technician, data analyst, public relations specialist, and academic advisor. Please note: Psychologist roles often require a master’s degree or doctoral degree.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
Learn more about professional licensure as it relates to this program.
Social Work
Bachelor of ArtsThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.
The major in social work allows students to prepare for a profession making a difference in the lives of people and their communities. Offered by Salisbury University (SU) and administered by UMGC Europe, the Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BASW) helps prepare you for entry-level generalist social work practice and advanced graduate education. The BASW is a professional degree accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, which is essential for your licensure after graduation.
In a combination of hands-on practice in the community and theoretical study in the classroom, you will learn how to work with individuals, families, and groups. The goal of this comprehensive program is to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary for private and public sector entry-level social work practice.
After earning a BASW, you can advance your studies and earn a Master of Social Work (MSW).
Program Highlights
- Boast a solid foundation for entry into professional social work practice.
- Utilize the appropriate knowledge, values, and skills for intervention with individuals, families, groups, and communities.
- Maintain your professional identity consistent with social work values and ethics.
- Apply valuable hands-on experience with various client populations, including diverse racial and ethnic groups, and at-risk populations.
- Evolve a practice style consistent with your personal strengths and capabilities.
- Work within a human service agency or organization.
Required Courses
Required Core Courses (54 credits)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 200)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 300)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 302)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 306)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 309)
- (2 Credits, SOWK 310)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 320)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 330)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 400)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 410)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 416)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 417)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 420)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 421)
Required Related Courses (9 credits)
- (3 Credits, PSYC 100)
- (3 Credits, SOCY 100)
- (3 Credits, STAT 200)
General Education Courses and Salisbury University Signature Outcomes Requirements (36-46 credits)
Career Preparation
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
- All courses are available online
- Select on-site and hybrid courses available
- Residency restrictions apply
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
Step 1: Apply for Admission
- New Students: To apply for the BASW program, submit your application for admission online through UMGC Europe. Select Salisbury Undergraduate and no minor for level of study.
- Current UMGC students: Contact the local academic advisor to update your degree program.
Step 2: Complete Pre-admission Requirements
Prior to being fully admitted into the BASW program, you must complete the pre-admission requirements. Completion of all pre-admission requirements does not guarantee your acceptance into the program. To meet pre-admission requirements, you must successfully complete the following courses:
- (3 Credits, PSYC 100)
- (3 Credits, STAT 200)
- (3 Credits, SOCY 100)
or (3 Credits, ANTH 102)
or (3 Credits, GVPT 170) - (4 Credits, SOWK 200)
- (4 Credits, SOWK 300)
- (2 Credits, SOWK 310)
Register online through MyUMGC
Step 3: Contact Your Academic Advisor
Once you have completed the pre-admission requirements and have achieved junior standing with at least 45 completed credit hours, you may apply to the BASW program. It is advised that you speak with an academic advisor to ensure that you have completed all of the requirements before applying for full admission to the BASW program.
Step 4: Apply for Admission to the BASW Program
Each applicant for the BASW program must submit a Salisbury University application and written personal statement.
General Admission Requirements:
- Achieve junior standing with at least 45 completed credits (preferably closer to 60)
- Have an overall GPA of 2.5
- Have an overall GPA of 2.7 in social work courses
For more information on how to apply to the BASW program once you have completed the pre-admission visit SU Bachelor of Arts in Social Work program.
Salisbury University Policies
- You are expected to demonstrate professional behavior while completing the BASW and to become a professional social worker
- You may not repeat any social work class more than once without permission
- You must earn a grade of C or better in all core courses
- The required courses may not equal 120 credit hours; therefore, you must register for additional electives to complete 120 credits required for graduation
- You must have a minimum of 30 credits of upper level (300-499) courses
About our Partner Institution Salisbury University
Salisbury University, a member of the University System of Maryland, is an accredited university of national distinction. Home to more than 8,700 students from across the U.S. and around the world, Salisbury University has a reputation for excellence in public higher education. SU continuously ranks among the nation's top colleges and values according to The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger's, Money, Forbes, and others.
Located on Maryland's Eastern Shore, this four-year university has 55 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. SU prides itself on being an institution where individual talents are celebrated while big ideas are encouraged and nurtured.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.