Psychology Major
The psychology major provides a strong introduction to the basic principles and theories in the Psychological Sciences as well as coverage of the primary content areas in this discipline. During the major, students can to explore specialty areas of Psychology with elective courses. Those seeking a Psychology major may pursue certain careers where a bachelor’s degree in Psychology is helpful or may pursue graduate programs in Psychology.
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Psychology Major
The psychology major provides a strong introduction to the basic principles and theories in the Psychological Sciences as well as coverage of the primary content areas in this discipline. During the major, students can to explore specialty areas of Psychology with elective courses. Those seeking a Psychology major may pursue certain careers where a bachelor’s degree in Psychology is helpful or may pursue graduate programs in Psychology.
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Online Psychology Major
The Department of Psychological Science is actively involved in online learning opportunities through Northern Michigan University’s Global Campus. NMU’s Global Campus houses all online and extended learning academic programs and oversees the first of its kind Educational Access Network, providing broadband LTE internet access to students throughout the region. Useful information about this program for current and prospective students is provided below. To apply for this program, visit the Global Campus Apply Now page.
Psychology Major Courses
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Core |
12 - 13 |
| PSY 100 Introduction to Psychological Science [SCII, LAB] or PSY101 General Psychology 3 cr. [PERS] |
3 - 4 |
| PSY 160 Seminar for Psychology Majors |
1 |
| PSY 201 Psychological Research I: Statistical Applications [QUAR] |
4 |
| PSY 202 Psychological Research II: Experimental Design and Methodology |
4 |
| PSY 489 Graduate Assessment for Psychology Majors (taken in final semester at NMU) |
0 |
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Breadth Areas |
15 - 16 |
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PSY 210 Developmental Psychology |
4 |
| PSY 220 Social Psychology | 4 |
| PSY 230 Learning and Cognition or ABA 205 Experimental Analysis of Behavior (4 cr.) |
4 |
| PSY 250 Brain and Behavior [SCII, LAB] or PSY 251 Topics on Brain and Behavior (3 cr.) |
3 - 4 |
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Concentration Areas Choose one of the following concentration areas (Interdisciplinary Psychology Concentration, Brain and Behavior Concentration, Developmental Psychology Concentration, Mental Health/Pre-Clinical Psychology Concentration, Social/Personality Psychology Concentration or Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology Concentration. All courses require completion (C- or higher) of PSY 201 and PSY 202. Some concentration areas have additional requirements. |
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| Interdisciplinary Psychology Concentration | 8 |
| One PSY or ABA courses at 300 level or higher (4 credits) | 4 |
| One PSY or ABA course at 400 level (4 credits) | 4 |
| Brain and Behavior Concentration | 10 |
| Courses in this concentration require completion of PSY 250 with a C- or higher. | |
| PSY 460A Practicum / Research: Brain and Behavior | 2 |
| Choose two of the following: | 8 |
| PSY 350 Neuropsychology (4 credits) | |
| PSY 450 Methods in Psychophysiology (4 credits) | |
| PSY 451 Sensation and Perception (4 credits) | |
| PSY 453 Affective Neuroscience (4 credits) | |
| PSY 457 Psychopharmacology (4 credits) | |
| Developmental Psychology Concentration | 10 |
| PSY 460B Practicum / Research: Developmental Psychology | 2 |
| Choose two of the following: | 8 |
| PSY 312 Child Psychology (4 credits) | |
| PSY 314 Adolescent Psychology (4 credits) | |
| PSY 316 Psychology of Adulthood and Aging (4 credits) | |
| Mental Health / Pre-Clinical Psychology Concentration | 14 |
| PSY 240 Abnormal Psychology | 4 |
| PSY 460C Practicum / Research: Mental Health / Pre-Clinical Psychology | 2 |
| Choose two of the following: | 8 |
| PSY 340 The Ethics and Practice of Clinical Psychology (4 credits) | |
| PSY 342 Health Psychology (4 credits) | |
| PSY 350 Neuropsychology (4 credits) | |
| PSY 440 Psychological Assessment (4 credits) | |
| PSY 445 Positive Psychology (4 credits) | |
| PSY 457 Psychopharmacology (4 credits) | |
| Social / Personality Psychology Concentration | 10 |
| PSY 460D Practicum / Research: Social / Personality Psychology | 2 |
| Choose two of the following: | 8 |
| PSY 322 Social Cognition (4 credits) | |
| PSY 325 Psychology of Personality (4 credits) | |
| PSY 420 Psychology of Race, Ethnicity, Gender, and Culture (4 credits) | |
| Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology Concentration | 10 |
| PSY 460E Practicum/Research: Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology | 2 |
| Choose two of the following: | 8 |
| ABA 205 Experimental Analysis of Behavior (4 credits) | |
| ABA 320 Conceptual Analysis of Behavior (4 credits) | |
| PSY 322 Social Cognition (4 credits) | |
| PSY 333 Animal Behavior (4 credits) | |
| PSY 350 Neuropsychology (4 credits) | |
| PSY 423 The Psychology of Organizational Behavior (4 credits) | |
| PSY 451 Sensation and Perception (4 cr.) | |
This major does not require a minor.
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Online Psychology Major Courses
Psychology Core Courses |
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| Course | Credits | Term Offered |
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PSY100 Introduction to Psychology (includes natural science lab) |
4 credits |
Fall and Winter |
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PSY160 Seminar for Psychology Majors |
1 credit |
Fall |
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PSY201 Psychological Research 1: Statistical Applications |
4 credits |
Summer, Fall, and Winter |
| PSY202 Psychological Research 2: Experimental Design and Methodology | 4 credits | Winter |
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PSY489 Graduate Assessment for Psychology Majors (taken when graduating) |
0 credits | Fall, Winter, and Summer |
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Breadth Areas in Psychology |
15 - 16 credits | |
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PSY221 Developmental Psychology |
4 credits |
Winter |
| PSY220 Social Psychology | 4 credits | Fall |
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PSY230 Learning and Cognition |
4 credits |
Fall |
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PSY251 Topics on Brain and Behavior |
3 credits | Winter |
| Interdisciplinary Concentration | 8 credits | |
| One PSY class at 300 level or higher | ||
| One PSY class at 400 lever or higher | ||
For more information about online and off-campus programs at NMU and how to apply, visit NMU's Global Campus Homepage
For questions about these programs, email the Department of Psychological Science (psych@nmu.edu) or call 906-227-2935.