Psychology, BA

Overview

The Psychology major offers students an in-depth understanding of human behavior and mental processes. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, social psychology, and abnormal psychology. Students engage in both theoretical and practical learning, with opportunities to conduct research and participate in internships. This hands-on experience helps students develop critical thinking and analytical skills, which are essential for careers in psychology and related fields.

In addition to coursework, students benefit from faculty mentorship and access to state-of-the-art research facilities. The program encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, allowing students to explore connections between psychology and other disciplines such as neuroscience, sociology, and education. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to pursue advanced studies or enter various professional fields, including clinical psychology, counseling, human resources, and research.

Degree Requirements

To earn the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, students must complete a minimum of 128 credits including major requirements, Stern College General Education and Jewish Studies requirements, and elective courses as needed.

Major Requirements (37-40 credits)

Students are required to complete the Psychology Core courses, along with the requirements for either the Psychology Track or the Neuroscience Track.

Core Courses

PSYC 1010	Introduction to Psychology	3
STAT 1021	Introduction to Statistics	3
PSYC 1107	Developmental Psychology: Life Span	3
PSYC 2100	Experimental Psychology Lecture	3
PSYC 2120	Experimental Psychology Lab	1
PSYC 2150	Cognitive Psychology	3
PSYC 3105	Social Psychology	3
PSYC 2414	Abnormal Psychology	3
PSYC 2100	Experimental Psychology Lecture	3

General Psychology Track

Complete one of the following courses:

PSYC 2140	Learning	3
PSYC 3804	Psychobiology	3

And

Complete any additional four PSYC courses

Neuroscience Track

PSYC 3804	Psychobiology	3
PSYC 3810	Behavioral Neuroendocrinology	3
PSYC 3815	Cognitive Neuroscience	3
	Complete any additional three PSYC courses