Psychology
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Arts and Humanities
Why Psychology At USK?
In the Psychology concentration, students learn the major theories and concepts, methods, and research findings in psychology. Specific topics covered in the coursework include the biological bases of behavior, ethics involved in research, perception, cognition, learning, memory, emotion, motivation, development, personality, social psychology, psychological disorders and therapeutic approaches, and applied psychology. Students who earn a Psychology degree can plan for careers in education, social work, human resources, career counseling, market research, and child care. Students are also equipped to enter graduate programs in psychology, or earn certifications in a wide variety of fields related to psychology.