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Jul 03, 2025
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2025-2026 Augusta University Catalog
Bachelor of Science with a Major in Psychology
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Program Overview
A Bachelor of Science in Psychology prepares students for diverse and rewarding careers through classes in human learning, cognition, social psychology, biological psychology, development, and more. Students have opportunities to take part in undergraduate research, internships, study abroad, the leadership certificate, Honors classes and more.
augusta.edu/pamplin/psychology
Program Contact
Dr. Tadd B. Patton
706-737-1420
tpatton@augusta.edu
Admissions Information
For more information on admissions requirements, please visit the Office of Admissions website.
Progression and Graduation Requirements
- A grade of C or better is required in PSYC 1101 , PSYC 2101 , and PSYC 2150 in Field of Study courses.
- A grade of C or better is required in all Foundation Courses, Advanced Theory Courses, and Major Elective courses.
- The best set of courses to take as a psychology major varies depending on one’s career expectations. Students should meet with their academic advisor every semester to plan classes carefully. The foundation series of courses requires a minimum of three successive semesters to complete.
- To progress in a timely manner toward graduation, students should enroll in PSYC 3190 and PSYC 3121 no later than the first semester of the Junior year. Students are responsible for checking prerequisites for all courses in the Catalog.
Program Information
- Program Length: 4 Years
- Academic Focus Area: Social Sciences [SOSC]
- CIP Code: 42.0101
- Program Code: 1BS-PSYCH
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Field of Study Courses: 18 Hours
A grade of C or better required in these courses. Select remaining 9 hours from approved 1000‑2000 courses
A grade of D or better required in these courses. Foundation Courses: 9 Hours
A grade of C or better is required in all courses. Advanced Theory Courses: 6 Hours
Select at least two of the following, earning grade C or better in each course: Major Electives: 15 Hours
Select from the following, earning a grade of C or better in each course: - PSYC 3XXX – Psychology Elective
- PSYC 4XXX – Psychology Elective
Note: No more than 3 credit hours counted in the major may come from undergraduate research (PSYC 4990 ), internship (PSYC 4960 ), independent study (PSYC 4950 ), and/or HONR 3999H /HONR 4000H . This policy does not apply to non-repetitive special topics courses which might carry a PSYC 3950 or PSYC 4950 designation. Minor and Electives: 27 Hours
There are two options for completing these hours. One option is to choose a minor; the second option is to take general electives without a minor. Regardless of the option selected, students must meet the university requirement of 39 hours of upper-level coursework, 33 of which are met through the major. Option I - Minor
The minor is optional for Psychology majors. Students who plan carefully may take advantage of the minor to designate an area of subspecialty. Minor Courses: 15-18 Hours
Students majoring in psychology may select a minor and should consult with their advisor on this selection, especially in cases where the student wishes the minor to support career goals. Some minors require 15 hours, others require 18 hours. Note that the minor must be in a different discipline than the major. Please see the catalog description for any given minor to determine the requirements. Free Electives: 9-12 Hours
Free electives may be taken at any level, and may include additional psychology courses. Wellness classes (WELL) may not count toward the free electives. Option II - No Minor
If a student chooses not to take a minor, they may take more psychology upper-level electives or electives from other disciplines, as long as they satisfy the requirement of 39 total upper-level hours. Students may substitute a second major for the minor and/or elective courses. Details on taking a second major are provided elsewhere in the catalog and may require 3 additional credits for graduation. Free Electives:
Free electives may be taken at any level and may include additional psychology courses. The student should consult with the advisor to ensure that the electives include at least 6 credit hours of upper-division classes in addition to the major. Wellness classes (WELL) may not count toward the free electives. Wellness Graduation Requirement: 4 Hours
Students who begin at or transfer to Augusta University with less than 60 credit hours must complete the Wellness Requirement. |
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