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Nov 23, 2024
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Undergraduate Catalog 2019-20 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Psychology: Behavioral Science Major (41 hours)
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The Behavioral Science Major prepares students for a variety of graduate programs in psychology by emphasizing a stronger foundation in research, professional skills, and applied experience, as well as requiring a higher degree of rigor in completed coursework. Admission to the Behavioral Science Major requires a minimum grade of “B” in all five Introductory Core courses (PSY 1000, PSY 1400, PSY 1401, PSY 1600, and PSY 3000). In addition, students must obtain a grade of “C” or better in any subsequent courses that count toward the Behavioral Science Major. A minimum of nine (9) hours must be taken from the WMU Psychology Department. All psychology majors are strongly encouraged to satisfy the College-Level Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning Proficiency before taking upper-level classes.
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Introductory Core (14 hours)
Professional Skills and Advanced Principles (12 hours)
Practicum or Laboratory (6 hours)
One practicum course above the six credits required may count as an elective. Electives (at least 9 hours)
Baccalaureate-Level Writing Requirement
Students who have chosen the Behavioral Science Major will satisfy the Baccalaureate-Level Writing Requirement by successfully completing one of the following courses:
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