Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Students in the Bachelor of Arts
in Psychology apply the science of understanding and explaining
thoughts, emotions and behavior to solving real-world problems.
Topics include stress, biological influences on behavior, growth
and development of children and diagnosis and treatment of
psychological disorders. Students conduct science and evaluate
and interpret data. Elective courses may be used to specialize
in a number of areas of psychology and to gain hands-on
experience in research labs. The degree prepares students for
graduate school and employment in a range of fields, including
clinical, applied and experimental areas of psychology and
related fields such as education, law, human resources and
health care.