Psychology Transfer Pathway (AA)

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The Psychology pathway is an excellent stepping-stone for students interested in people. Psychology is the scientific study of human behavior, while sociology looks at that behavior in the context of one’s social setting. The combination of the two fields gives students a more complete picture of how we all fit into our world. Students interested in either psychology or sociology as a four-year major should be aware that these course recommendations are intended for students who are undecided about a transfer school. Students who have selected a transfer school should consult the catalog of that school and an academic advisor for requirements appropriate to the first two years of study.

Pathway Code: PSYA

General Education Requirements (38 hours)

Basic Skills (12 hours)

Computer Literacy (3 hours)

CAP1516 - Computer Applications 3 hour(s) or Computer Literacy Elective .

Humanities (9 hours)

Complete courses from 3 Different Departments (ART, FOL, HIS, HUM, LIT, MIN, MUS, PHO, REL, THE) - Studio and Performance courses cannot be included.

For a list of course options click this link Humanities Elective(s) LIT2511 is recommended elective for this Pathway.

Humanities Elective - 3 hours(s) ___________________________________
Humanities Elective - 3 hours(s) ___________________________________

LIT2511 - Introduction to Literature 3 hour(s)

Social Sciences (9 hours)

Complete courses from 3 Different Departments (ANT, ECO, GEG, POL, PSY, SOC).
For a list of course options click this link Social Science Elective(s)

The following are recommended electives for this pathway:

PSY6711 - General Psychology 3 hour(s)
SOC6811 - Principles of Sociology 3 hour(s)
SOCELEC - Social Science Elective 3 hour(s)
(American National Government or MacroEconomics)

Laboratory Sciences (5 hours)

BIO4111 - Principles of Biology 5 hour(s)

Pathway Recommended Electives (24 hours)

The Associate of Arts degree requires a minimum of 24 hours of Pathway Electives. Students should work with their advisor and transfer institution to determine the most appropriate courses to complete within this block.

PSY6712 - Developmental Psychology 3 hour(s)
PSY6730 - Cognitive Psychology 3 hour(s)
PSY6750 - Abnormal Psychology 3 hour(s)
Pathway Elective(s) 12 hour(s) (Work with advisor for selection of classes)
POL6611 - American National Government 3 hour(s)
ECO6113 - Principles of Macroeconomics 3 hour(s)
NOTE: American National Government or MacroEconomics can be used as Social Science Elective if not used to fulfill Pathway Elective

Minimum Hours for a Degree 62*

*A minimum of 62 hours is required to earn a Cowley Degree, however additional credit hours may be outlined on the transfer pathway to meet the program requirements for a transfer institution.

Depending on skill level and assessment scores, students may be required to take the necessary basic skill or prerequisite courses prior to enrolling in the program courses.