Psychology
Undergraduate Degree Programs
WSU Vancouver’s Psychology undergraduate degrees reflect the philosophy of the College of Liberal Arts. To provide a broad liberal arts background, students pursuing one of our three Psychology major degree programs must complete all CLA general education requirements (GERs). Psychology coursework is designed to further students’ liberal arts education as well as provide a solid foundation in psychological science. In addition to foundation courses in statistics and methods, students may select courses focusing on the major theories and applications in psychology’s subdisciplines, such as social/organizational psychology, neuroscience, and clinical psychology. Some courses offer training in specific skills. Our Personnel Psychology/Human Resource Management degree and certificate offer career preparation.
WSU Vancouver Psychology Department graduates work in a variety of professions. Those who elect to complete specialized practica and internships often work in psychology-related professions; others apply their liberal arts education more generally, working in professional fields outside psychology. Many of our students choose graduate training as a route to careers in professional psychology.
Click on the options below to see each option’s complete list of degree requirements. We strongly recommend students use advising in the process of selecting the degree option that best matches their needs and interests.
Bachelor of Science in Psychology (B.S. Psychology)
This degree involves widely recognized foundations courses in biology, statistics, and methods as well as survey coursework in psychology subdisciplines
Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences, Plan A
For students interested in broad, flexible academic preparation in social sciences with psychology as either the major concentration (24 credits) or one of three social science concentrations (12 credits each)
Interdisciplinary program consisting of coursework from psychology, business, and human development departments designed to prepare students for careers in human resources and/or enhance managerial skills of working professionals
Certificate in Personnel Psychology/Human Resource Management
18 credit interdisciplinary program designed for students in other majors desiring additional knowledge in the area of human resource management. Non-degree seeking students may pursue the certificate as well.
Formal Minor in Addiction Studies
Interdisciplinary program designed for psychology students and those in other majors offering in-depth knowledge of addictionology, pharmacology, and addictions treatment.
