Code | Title | Credits |
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PSYU 101 | Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
MATU 203 | Introduction to Statistics |
3 |
PSYU 301 | Scientific Writing in Behavioral Social Sciences |
3 |
PSYU 304 | Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences |
3 |
PSYU 306 | Critical Thinking |
3 |
PSYU 320 | Human Development across the Lifespan |
3 |
PSYU 328 | Abnormal Psychology |
3 |
PSYU 333 | Physiological Psychology |
3 |
PSYU 336 | Social Psychology |
3 |
PSYU 351 | History and Systems of Psychology |
3 |
PSYU 480 | Psychology Capstone |
3 |
Core Foundation in Psychological Science Subtotal |
33 |
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Concentration |
15 |
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Students will select a concentration from the options below. * |
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Concentration Subtotal |
15 |
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Total Credits |
48 |
BA in Psychology, Preclinical
Preclinical Psychology Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a focus on Preclinical teaches students about the study of human behavior. From biological, evolutionary, psychoanalytic, behavioral, cognitive, sociocultural and humanistic perspectives, this program will give you a strong background to proceed to a Master’s or doctoral degree in different psychological domains.
As a student, you will:
- Connect psychological theory to real life applications.
- Examine psychological principles of human behavior from a historical perspective.
- Understand methodology and statistical techniques related to behavioral science research.
- Understand and apply the major theories related to the entire lifespan from prenatal development through childhood, adolescence, young adulthood, middle-age and late adulthood.
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Next Session
Summer I (Apr 30, 2018)
Estimated Cost
$500/Credit
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Admission Requirements
Applicants for this program must complete the formal application process with all required documents, which include:
- 12 or more transferable baccalaureate level credits or the equivalent
- Completed application
- Official transcripts from ALL colleges and universities attended
- A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
Only credits from regionally accredited institutions may be accepted in transfer. Failure to report any previous academic work at another college or university may be considered a violation of academic integrity.
Admissibility and minimum transfer credit awarded will be determined based on the Community College of the Air Force, SMART, AARTS or JST transcripts.
Brandman’s School of Extended Education offers a 4 course program allowing you to earn up to the 12 credits needed for admission. Check out the Brandman Track to learn more.
Program Curriculum
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The preclinical concentration is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a higher level of education in psychology, which is necessary in this field. The students who choose this concentration will be provided with a variety of courses that address the study of human behavior from biological, evolutionary, psychoanalytic, behavioral, cognitive, sociocultural, and humanistic perspectives, giving them a strong background to proceed to a doctoral degree in different psychological domains.
Course List Code Title Credits PSYU 310 Psychology of Learning 3
PSYU 317 Cognitive Psychology 3
PSYU 322 Theories of Personality 3
PSYU 323 Child Development 3
PSYU 432 Introduction to Psychological Measurement 3
Total Credits 15