Area II Foundation Requirements: 11 Credits Course Code Title Quarter
- Subject
- PSY
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.southuniversity.edu
86 courses with the subject PSY, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Area II Foundation Requirements: 11 Credits Course Code Title Quarter
Quarter SOC1001 Introduction to Sociology 4 Credits SOC2010 Social Problems 4 South University 2026-2027 Academic Catalog
This course will examine psychopathology, theory, and research associated with the identification of psychological disorders. A concentration on classification, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders will also be reviewed. Credits 4
A survey of the major and modern theories in psychology through an examination of historical controversies. An understanding of the roots of psychology in natural and social sciences. A consideration of the diversity of psychological study and the future of psychology. Credits 4
Research design and methodology. An analysis of the approaches to developing, understanding, and interpreting psychological phenomena. Topics include experimental vs. non-experimental research such as survey, observation, case study, and archival data. An understanding of reliability, validity, and experimental control issues. Credits 4
An understanding of the methodological principles associated with behavioral science research through an application of the theoretical, conceptual, and practical principles. Credits 2.0 . Prerequisites PSY2008 with a grade of "C" or better
An understanding of the methodological principles associated with behavioral science research through an application of the theoretical, conceptual, and practical principles. Credits 2.0 . Prerequisites PSY2008 with a grade of "C" or better
Historical and current perspectives regarding the examination of human attention, language, vision, memory, and other forms of information processing (e.g., decision-making). Credits 4 . Prerequisites PSY1001 with a grade of "C" or better
The study of intrapersonal and interpersonal processes such as conformity, social perception, attribution theory, altruism, aggression, prejudice, persuasion, group dynamics, self-concept and self-esteem. Credits 4
An understanding of the methodological principles associated with research in social psychology. The application of psychosocial processes such as learning, attitudes, and social behaviors. Credits 2.0
An understanding of the methodological principles associated with research in social psychology. The application of psychosocial processes such as learning, attitudes, and social behaviors. Credits 2.0
This course will examine the study of biological mechanisms of behavior in psychology. Topics include the development of the brain, brain-behavior relationships, hormones and sexual behavior, the biology of learning, memory, sensation, movement, sleep and mental health. Emphasis will be placed on clinical findings and application of biological research. Credits 4
Major Curriculum: 44 Credits Students must take one course within each of the four areas below (16 credit hours) plus an additional 28 credit hours (7 courses) from any area below. Students should work with their academic counselor or program director to be sure they are making appropriate course choices.
Major Curriculum: 44 Credits Students must take one course within each of the four areas below (16 credit hours) plus an additional 28 credit hours (7 courses) from any area below. Students should work with their academic counselor or program director to be sure they are making appropriate course choices.
Prerequisite(s): PSY1001 with a grade of "C" or better Corequisite(s): None An understanding of the manner in which humans perceive and respond to internal and external stimuli. Areas of study include vision, audition, chemical, tactile, and proprioceptive senses, receptor mechanisms, psychophysical methods and perceptual phenomena.
The course will provide an examination of human motives and the impact of emotion on the decision- making process. Consideration of primary and secondary motivators regarding theoretical and practical application for reward, punishment, and avoidance scenarios will be explored. Credits 4
Prerequisite(s): PSY2022 with a grade of "C" or better Corequisite(s): None An understanding of the major developmental theories associated with childhood (age 3) through adolescence (age 21). The primary areas of exploration include cognitive, interpersonal, intrapersonal, physical, and emotional systems in addition to contextual approaches involved in understanding these systems.
This course explores the major developmental theories and processes associated with adulthood (ages 18 through 65). The primary areas of exploration include cognitive, interpersonal, intrapersonal, physical, and emotional systems in addition to the contextual approaches involved in understanding these systems. Credits 4
This course will introduce students to the major developmental theories associated with late adulthood (age 65 and older). The primary areas of exploration include death and dying and cognitive, interpersonal, intrapersonal, physical, and emotional systems in addition to the contextual approaches involved in understanding these systems. Credits 4
This course will provide a theoretical, conceptual, and practical overview of internal and external determinants of addictive behaviors across the lifespan. Assessment and treatment approaches will be discussed along with issues influencing relapse. Credits 4
Prerequisite(s): PSY2010, PSY2022, PSY3010, and PSY3300 with grades of "C" or better Corequisite(s): None The examination of psychological conditions according to varied populations including gender, ethnicity, religion, 615 | P a g e
This course will introduce students to a biopsychosocial perspective of the determinants of human sexual behavior. Developmental views of normal and abnormal sexual behavior, treatment, and cultural influences will also be highlighted. The goal of this course is to increase student awareness of the field of human sexuality as well as their own beliefs and perceptions related to human sexuality. Credits 4
Prerequisite(s): PSY2010, PSY2022, and PSY3010 with grades of "C" or better Corequisite(s): None A historical and contemporary examination of the psychological influences of the media. Consideration of the local, 590 | P a g e
This course will examine a historical and contemporary review of the psychological issues of gender from a social, emotional, personality, physiologic, geographic, and cultural perspective. Emphasis on the human experience will be examined through topics of career development, marriage, family, sex role development and expectations, role conflict, achievement, and sexuality. Credits 4
Prerequisite(s): PSY2010, PSY2022, and PSY3300 with grades of "C" or better Corequisite(s): None An introduction to the field of abnormal child psychology and the associated major theories. Students will be exposed 597 | P a g e
This course will provide an overview of the major theories and trends associated with health psychology. Key areas of focus include stress, mind- body connection, health behaviors, coping strategies, and the psychological impact of chronic illness. The psychological approaches to treating and preventing disease will be explored. Credits 4
This course introduces students to forensic psychology, which lies at the intersection between psychology and the justice system, and the fundamental legal principles and jurisdictional considerations involved therein. Topics will focus on the various responsibilities afforded to forensic psychologists, including competency evaluations for criminal defendants, child custody evaluations, threat assessments for schools, competency evaluations for the elderly, screening and selection of law enforcement applicants, assessment of post-traumatic disorder, and the delivery and assessment of intervention and treatment programs for juvenile and adult offenders. Lastly, as forensic psychologists must possess the ability to testify in court as an expert witness, the course will address how to reformulate psychological findings into the legal language of the courtroom. Credits 4
This course will provide an examination of the contemporary issues in psychology regarding religious beliefs, values, experience, and practice. Additional topics include psychosocial comparisons of major religions, religious development, and the connection between religion and health-promotion. Credits 4
PSY4600
PSY4600
Prerequisite(s): PSY3010, PSY3011, PSY3300, and PSY3800 with grades of "C" or better Corequisite(s): None This course will examine the topic of psychometrics in reference to testing and assessment via paper and electronic surveys. Students will be exposed to the essential factors involved with survey design and research according to the current and future demands of social and occupational settings.
Prerequisite(s): PSY2010, PSY2022, and PSY3300 with grades of "C" or better Corequisite(s): None This course examines the major, minor, and associated categories of anxiety and mood disorders and the dynamic interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors in the development, course, and outcome of each of these disorders. Of specific focus are the etiology, prevalence rates, course, duration, assessment, diagnosis, and treatments related to each of the anxiety and mood disorders. Attention also will be drawn to the observed developmental differences and the relative contributions of research within these fields of study. Lastly, students will learn about ongoing changes in categorization, including emerging ideas about the "spectrum" disorders. 4 credit hours 628 | P a g e
This course will provide a comprehensive introduction to the theories and basic processes relevant to learning and behavior. Particular focus on the interplay and application of theory to real world phenomena will be discussed, such as training our pets, raising our children, treating mental illness, and treating drug addiction. Credits 4
An exploration of the evolution and function of cognition across species. Topics include perception, attention, learning, tool use, categorization, decision making, memory, and language. By studying animal behavior, students will appreciate what makes humans unique. Material will be drawn from the fields of zoology, evolutionary biology, psychology, and neuroscience Credits 4.0
An exploration of the evolution and function of cognition across species. Topics include perception, attention, learning, tool use, categorization, decision making, memory, and language. By studying animal behavior, students will appreciate what makes humans unique. Material will be drawn from the fields of zoology, evolutionary biology, psychology, and neuroscience Credits 4.0
South University 2026-2027 Academic Catalog
South University 2026-2027 Academic Catalog
Total Credits 180
Total Credits 180
This course is designed to guide students toward the completion of a research proposal in the behavioral sciences. Historical and current theories will be investigated and applied to specific research hypotheses. Students will conduct literary research, identify a relevant and specific research topic, design strategies for assessment, and develop specific research hypotheses through the production of an undergraduate thesis proposal. Credits 2.0
This course is designed to guide students toward the completion of a research proposal in the behavioral sciences. Historical and current theories will be investigated and applied to specific research hypotheses. Students will conduct literary research, identify a relevant and specific research topic, design strategies for assessment, and develop specific research hypotheses through the production of an undergraduate thesis proposal. Credits 2.0
This course constitutes the completion of the senior thesis initially proposed in PSY4851. Students will complete the research project proposed in Senior Thesis I by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. Posters appropriate for presentation at a professional conference will be developed. Credits 2.0
This course constitutes the completion of the senior thesis initially proposed in PSY4851. Students will complete the research project proposed in Senior Thesis I by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. Posters appropriate for presentation at a professional conference will be developed. Credits 2.0
This field placement is designed to provide psychology majors with a shadowing experience that exposes them to the practice of psychology and other human services professions. Students are required to spend a minimum of 10 hours per week at the field placement site, a site that the student will secure and the field practicum instructor must approve. In addition, students are required to participate in one and a half hours of weekly group supervision with the field practicum instructor and other students who are engaged in the field placement experience. Finally, students are required to participate fully in the didactic component of the course. The global aims of the field placement experience are for students to see the work of professionals first hand, integrate prior coursework with their field placement observations, and to gain insight into whether they are interested in pursuing a career in one of these areas. Credits 4.0
This field placement is designed to provide psychology majors with a shadowing experience that exposes them to the practice of psychology and other human services professions. Students are required to spend a minimum of 10 hours per week at the field placement site, a site that the student will secure and the field practicum instructor must approve. In addition, students are required to participate in one and a half hours of weekly group supervision with the field practicum instructor and other students who are engaged in the field placement experience. Finally, students are required to participate fully in the didactic component of the course. The global aims of the field placement experience are for students to see the work of professionals first hand, integrate prior coursework with their field placement observations, and to gain insight into whether they are interested in pursuing a career in one of these areas. Credits 4.0
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