The Psychology program at Kentucky State University leads to a major or a minor that prepares the student with a solid, well-rounded education in psychology. The study of psychology serves as a useful foundation for the pursuit of careers in business, law, medicine, social work, and the other helping professions; or majors may pursue further study in psychology at the graduate level.
Psychology major/minor students must complete PSY 200 as part of the Liberal Studies Requirements. PSY 215 Orientation to Psychology, which does not count toward the core major requirements, must be taken as a prerequisite.
| Bachelor of Science | ||
|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 120 credits | |
| Liberal Studies Requirements Must include PSY 200 | 32 hours | |
| University Requirements | 6 hours | |
| Core Courses | PSY 300, PSY 301, PSY 303, PSY 304, PSY 320, PSY 399, PSY 400/401, PSY 499, and 2 of the following: PSY 408, PSY 409, PSY 410, PSY 411, PSY 413 Orientation Course PSY 215 | 48 hours |
| Supporting Electives (choose 2 courses for a total of 6 credit hours) | PSY 402, PSY 403, PSY 404, PSY 407, PSY 490 | 6 hours |
| Free Electives (minimum 10 hours) | 10 hours | |
| Minor | 18 hours |
Degree uses Liberal Studies Curriculum approved in 2019.
Psychology 18 credits
A minor in Psychology requires the completion of 18 semester credit hours. Specific course requirements include BSS 300, 303, 304, 400 or 401; the remaining six semester credit hours must be selected in consultation with the student's minor advisor from 300/400 level Psychology courses. Students must complete PSY 200 as part of the Liberal Studies Requirements.
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