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, Yeshiva College Core/General Education and Jewish Studies requirements, and elective courses as needed.

Major Requirements (37 credits)

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

Core Courses

PSY 1010	Introduction to Psychology	3
PSY 1021	Statistics for Psychology	3
PSY 1110	Developmental I: Child	3
PSY 2100	Experimental Psychology Lecture	3
PSY 2120	Experimental Psychology Lab	1
PSY 2150	Cognitive Psychology	3
PSY 3105	Social Psychology	3
PSY 2414	Abnormal Psychology	3
	Or
PSY 3800	Personality	3

General Psychology Track

 

PSY 3804	Psychobiology	3
	And
	Complete any additional four PSY courses	12

Psychology and the Community Track

Complete five of the following courses:

PSY 1124	Learning Disabilities	3
PSY 2430	Clinical Psychology	3
PSY 3400	Educational Psychology	3
PSY 3804	Psychobiology	3
PSY 3842	Moral Development	3
PSY 4930	Topics in Psychology	3
SOC 2101	Education and Society	3
SOC 2305	Violence, Schools and Education	3
SOC 2311	Social Inequality	3

Students may contact the department or academic advisers for additional course options.