Psychology Major (BA)

Psychology Major- Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Please see the UNLV College of Liberal Arts, Psychology Department web page at unlv.edu/psychology for information about department programs, faculty and facilities.  Degree worksheets and 4/5 year plan for the major are available at https://www.unlv.edu/degree/ba-psychology.

Please see advising information at the UNLV Wilson Advising Center at https://www.unlv.edu/liberalarts/wac.

 Accreditation

Institution - Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities www.nwccu.org

Learning Outcomes

1. Students will demonstrate broad knowledge of the major theories and findings from the various sub-disciplines of psychological science.
2. Students will be able to conduct and interpret the types of statistical analyses used in psychological research.
3. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the methods of psychological research by proposing research studies and critiquing methods that are used in psychological research studies
4. Students will present their knowledge of psychological theory, statistical analyses, and research methods through clear written (APA-style research paper) and verbal (oral presentation) communication.
5. Students will demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the research theories and findings in the foundation areas of study in psychological science (e.g., Physiological, Perception, Cognition, Development, Abnormal, and Social).

University Graduation Requirements

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