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Psychology Major: B.A. and B.S. Curricula
Bachelor of Arts (B. A.)/Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree
CIP 42.0101
University Studies Requirements.................................44-47 hrs
University Studies selections must include:
•Scientific Inquiry, Methodologies and Quantitative Skills:
BIO 101 Biological Concepts
or
BIO 221 Zoology: Animal Form and Function
Mathematics through at least MAT 117 is required for a B.A.
BIO 221 and MAT 140 are required for a B.S.
Required Courses..............................................................31 hrs
ENG 205 Writing for the Social Sciences
PSY 099 Transitions
PSY 180 General Psychology
PSY 260 Lifespan Development
PSY 300 Principles and Methods of Statistical Analysis
PSY 301 Principles and Methods of Psychological Research
PSY 303 Social Psychology
PSY 304 Psychology of Learning and Memory
PSY 305 Physiological Psychology
PSY 403 History and Systems of Psychology
PSY 407 Abnormal Psychology
Required Limited Electives.................................................9 hrs
PSY electives approved by advisor.
Required Minor.............................................................21-24 hrs Unrestricted Electives.....................................................9-15 hrs
Total Curriculum Requirements......................................120 hrs
The requirements listed above are an example of what is applicable to
most students entering Murray State University at the present time.
Criteria as they may relate to individual students may vary. The primary
source is the Undergraduate Bulletin applicable at the time of the student enrollment.