BA in Psychology

California State University - Long Beach

The Bachelor’s degree in Psychology is ideal for individuals who seek an understanding of behavioral principles while pursuing a well-rounded education. A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology is also designed to provide a strong foundation for graduate study. Students who graduate with a major in psychology should have current knowledge of: the major theories in psychology the methodologies of psychological research and statistical concepts the biological processes underlying behavior sensation, perception, information processing and retention how behaviors develop and change how internal, environmental, and social factors influence behavior individual differences in behavior, including those related to gender, ethnicity, and culture different perspectives on the origin and treatment of abnormal behavior ethical issues in teaching, research, and the practice of professional psychology.

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