Behavioral Sciences, General Psychology Concentration Requirements
(SLO) Graduates should be able to:
1. Demonstrate fundamental knowledge and comprehension of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, historical trends, and empirical findings in behavioral sciences.
2. Engage in scientific reasoning and critical thinking. This includes the use of effective research methodology when they are solving problems related to behavior and mental processes and the ability to interpret basic social science research.
3. Understand and engage in ethically and socially responsible behaviors that can be used in professional and personal settings and in a landscape that involves increasing diversity.
4. Demonstrate competence in written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
5. Apply behavioral science-specific content and skills, including engaging in effective self-reflection, project-management skills, and teamwork skills in order to develop career and graduate school readiness.
Degree Requirements (Semester Hours)
General Education Core
The Core should include:
Behavioral Sciences Requirements (45)
Guided Electives (choose one course from four out of the five SLO areas) (12)
SLO 1 (3)
SLO 2 (3-4)
| EDU 331 | Educational Assessment | 4 |
| LIB 205 | Library Research & Reference Skills | 3 |
| PSY 331 | Psychological Statistics & Testing | 3 |
SLO 3 (3)
SLO 4 (3)
SLO 5 (3)
For the Bachelor of Arts Degree: Foreign Language (Intermediate level) (6)
For the Bachelor of Science Degree: Computer Literacy (3)
General Electives (16-19)
*At least 42 total hours of course work must be upper-level (300- or 400-level)
*At least 12 hours of electives must be upper level.
No grade below a “C-” in Behavioral Science courses can count toward the degree.
A foreign language is highly recommended, particularly Spanish.
Total Credit Hours: 120