Goucher College 2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalogue 
    
    Apr 16, 2024  
Goucher College 2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalogue PLEASE NOTE: This is an archived catalog. Programs are subject to change each academic year.

Psychology Major


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The major in psychology encourages students to explore a wide range of perspectives from the discipline in order to select interest-areas for in-depth study. The program has identified a selection of diverse perspectives that will be included in the Introductory Psychology course that will be required of all majors. Students will also sample from clusters of courses from related perspectives.

Required courses:


Cluster Courses:


One Elective Course:


Additional courses from the clusters or seminars may serve as electives, as well as any other courses in psychology that are at least 3 credits. Students will select additional course work and experiences that support their individual development goals in collaboration with their advisors. Students are encouraged to both broaden and deepen their study by taking advantage of opportunities for independent study and research, internships, study abroad, interdisciplinary and interinstitutional course work, and senior thesis.

 

Writing proficiency and computer proficiency for the major:


To fulfill the requirement of writing proficiency in the major, students must demonstrate proficiency in writing in either PSY 252  or PSY 255 . Computer proficiency can be obtained by successfully completing PSY 200  and PSY 252  or PSY 255 .

Requirements for Honors in the Major


Honors in the psychology major will be awarded to students who have at least a 3.8 GPA in psychology.

 

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