UMUC

School of Undergraduate Studies

Psychology

Minor in Psychology

Your ability to apply psychological theory and research to practical situations and problems will be an asset in virtually any career you choose. Hone these important skills with a minor in psychology.

Objectives

A student who graduates with a minor in psychology will be able to:

  • Recognize how knowledge of psychology can facilitate career advancement and help people improve their interpersonal relationships across cultural and national boundaries.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the origins and development of the discipline of psychology and explain some of the issues of world diversity in behavioral research.
  • Use critical observation, experimentation, empirical reasoning, and appropriate information technology and information resources.
  • Apply psychological theory and research to practical situations and problems.
  • Think critically and communicate an understanding of psychology.
  • Access databases for psychological literature and identify psychological resources online.

Requirements for the Psychology Minor

A minor in psychology requires the completion of 15 credits of coursework in psychology.

Students must choose one of the following foundation courses:

  • PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology
  • PSYC 305 Research Methods in Psychology
  • STAT 225 Introduction to Statistical Methods in Psychology

Students must also choose one natural science psychology course, one social science psychology course, and one clinical science psychology course from those listed under the requirements for the major. The remaining course may be chosen from any PSYC course. Courses may not duplicate those used to satisfy requirements for the major. At least 9 credits must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Prerequisites apply for all courses.