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Psychology Focused Elective Area
Associate of ArtsThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 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
- RequireFd 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 2022-2023 academic year.
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.
Program Highlights
- Apply major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology to prepare for graduate study or relevant careers
- Apply basic knowledge of research methodology, statistics, measurement, guidelines, ethical standards, laws, and regulations to design, participate in, and evaluate research in a variety of contexts
- Apply knowledge of human behavior to inform personal growth, communicate effectively, solve problems, make decisions, and interact with individuals, communities, and organizations
- Use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, technology, and the scientific approach to solve problems related to current and emerging trends in psychology
- Value diversity and different perspectives, tolerate ambiguity, and act ethically to communicate appropriately with various populations
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 Courses
The following may be applied to general education or elective requirements.
- (3 Credits, STAT 200)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help prepare you for graduate study, research, or direct services work at a mental health or medical facility. It can also provide useful skills for work in related fields, such as human resources, advertising, customer relations, or program management.
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
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.
Social Work
Bachelor of ArtsThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 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
- (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)
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.