PSYCHOLOGY, BA
Understanding the Mind
Psychology is the scientific study of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Contrary to popular opinion, psychology is a science. Psychology employs rigorous studies in an effort to promote mental health and general human welfare. The study of psychology addresses important concepts such as cognition, social relationships, personality dimensions, psychopathology, and child development.
Psychology for non-majors: Psychology Minor
Psychology, BA Curriculum
This information is presented for informational purposes. In the event of a discrepancy between this page and the Undergraduate Bulletin, the Bulletin should always be used.
General Education Curriculum
In keeping with The W's Mission, the General Education Program provides students with the skills, knowledge, and values they need to become independent, productive members of society in our continually changing world.
The W's General Education Program provides a foundation in the liberal arts that includes knowledge in the historical, literary, aesthetic, scientific, and cultural traditions that shape the world, and fosters skills that allow students to become civically responsible life-long learners ready to adapt to new challenges.
All students who complete the Mississippi University for Women general education program will demonstrate:
- Critical Thinking
- Effective Communication
- Cultural Literacy
- Quantitative & Technology Skills
- Understanding of Self, Global Societies, & the Natural World
- Life-Long Learning
Bachelor of Arts Requirements
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree must include the following courses (or demonstrate equivalent competency) in their academic program:
- Foreign Language 101-102 8 semester hours
- Foreign Language 201-202 6 semester hours
To fulfill the language requirement for the B.A., students must complete the 202 level or above in a foreign language. For information on foreign language placement, see the Department of Languages, Literature, and Philosophy section in the Bulletin. If, upon entering the University, a student already has sufficient background to be successful in 201-202, he/she does not need to enroll in 101-102. The requirement is in essence six hours credit at the 200-level or above.
Major Courses
(minimum grade of C)
PSY 101 - General Psychology
PSY 110 - Orientation to the Psychology Major
PSY 201 - Introduction to APA Style
PSY 206 - Human Growth and Development
PSY 290 - Introduction to Research (Also listed as FSC 290 )
PSY 304 - Abnormal Psychology
PSY 315 - Cognitive Psychology
PSY 320 - Physiological Psychology
PSY 370 - Social Psychology
PSY 454 - Applied Statistics
PSY 455 - Research in Human Behavioral Sciences
Developmental Psychology
(Select One; 3 Semester Hours; minimum grade of C)
PSY 302 - Child Psychology
PSY 325 - Adult Development
PSY 328 - Adolescent Development
FSC 250 - Introduction to Aging
Or a developmental psychology course targeting a particular age group and offered at the 200-level or above.
Biological Bases of Behavior
(Select One: 3 Semester Hours; minimum grade of C)
PSY 406 - Cognitive Neuroscience
PSY 440 - Sensation and Perception
Or a biological psychology course offered at the 200-level or above.
Major Electives
(Select Three; 9 Semester Hours; minimum grade of C)
NOTE: At least 6 of these hours must be at the 300-level or above. No more than 3 hours may come from PSY 449 - Practicum in Psychology. FSC 330 - Human Sexuality is an approved option for this category. Students are encouraged to work with their advisor to choose electives that will best prepare them for their post-baccalaureate plans.
Additional Required Course
(3 Semester Hours; minimum grade of D)
MA 123 - Statistics
Total Hours Required for a BA in Psychology: 120 Semester Hours