Psychology (B.A.)

Student Learning Outcomes for Psychology:

Students will be able to:

Scientific and Critical Thinking

• Critically analyze, synthesize, and evaluate ideas.
• Conduct independent psychological research and apply psychological and methodological concepts to novel research ideas.

Knowledge Base

• Describe current and historical concepts and theories within the domains of the field: Mind and Body, Self and Society, Clinical and Counseling.

Ethical Reasoning in the Field

• Apply ethical standards to evaluation of psychological science and practice with sensitivity to context, diversity, and human differences.

Communication

• Effectively convey an evidence-based analysis of psychological research and theories through oral and written formats.
• Interact effectively with others in academic and applied settings.

Professional Development

• Apply psychological content and skills to career goals and cultivate a sense of purposeful life work.