Psychology (BS)
| College: | Arts and Sciences |
|---|---|
| Degree: | Bachelor of Science |
| Major: | Psychology |
| Effective Term: | Fall 2023 |
The Osprey Map provides a term-by-term sample schedule for each undergraduate academic program at the University of North Florida. It is designed to guide students in the selection of courses each term. The "Mile Marker" courses are those courses that should be completed before or by the end of that term. Following the sample schedule, and completing the mile marker courses at the appropriate point of your undergraduate career, will facilitate graduation in four years. The term-by-term model assumes full-time enrollment. For students enrolled part-time, the sample schedule and mile markers should be followed based on the number of credits completed. The Osprey Map should be used in consultation with an academic advisor.
Psychology may be defined as the scientific study of the behavior of humans and animals. The goal of the Department of Psychology is to help students understand the history, methods, and philosophy of the differing approaches to the study of behavior. The Bachelor of Science degree (BS) is distinguished by its scientific emphasis. Students who complete the BS satisfy the degree requirements by taking courses that advance their study of human and animal behavior. Students will acquire knowledge and skill in research methods used by behavioral scientists. Visit the Psychology Department webpage for additional information. Students should also consult a Psychology Department faculty member for questions related to the major and continuing their education in the field of psychology. Free Electives should be selected within the student's area of interest, in consultation with a psychology department faculty member.
Career Planning
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Students should refer to their personalized Degree Evaluation provided by an advisor and to other university resources for additional university and college-specific policies. Visit the undergraduate university catalog for more information.
Summer terms may be utilized to facilitate graduation in four years.
- Visit the university catalog for a list of General Education requirements. An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from a Florida public university, state college or community college satisfies UNF general education and Gordon Rule requirements. Math selection is contingent upon appropriate placement score, the student's major and credit received through accelerated mechanisms (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, etc). If selecting a Philosophy course for General Education, students are strongly encouraged to take PHI 2100 Critical Thinking: Art of Reason.
- No more than 3 semester hours in PSY4906 Directed Individual Study, PSY3911 Supervised Research, PSY4904 Honors Research or PSY4945 Practicum in Applied Psychology may be used as Major Elective hours. Additional hours in these courses may be taken as Free Electives.
- Civic Literacy Requirement: Prior to graduation from a Florida state university, students must demonstrate competency in civic literacy through successful completion of a civic literacy course (AMH 2020 or POS 2041) and by achieving a passing score on an assessment. Consult an academic advisor, the university catalog and visit the Civic Literacy webpage for additional information.
- A minimum of 120 hours (48 hours at the upper 3000/4000 level) is required for the bachelor's degree. Students may need to complete Free Elective credit at the upper level (3000/4000) to satisfy the minimum 48 semester hours of upper level hours for graduation. For additional information visit the College of Arts and Sciences Advising Office webpage.
Term 1: Attempted Hours 0-15
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| ENC1101 (GW) Audience and Purpose | 3 |
| Select a Biology course (Recommend BSC1005/1005L Principles of Biology - Program Prerequisite) | 4 |
| PSY2012 Introduction to Psychology (Program Prerequisite) | 3 |
| Select a General Education Math Course | 3 |
| Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 2 |
| Total Hours: |
15 |
Term 2: Attempted Hours 16-30
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| ENC1143 (GW) Evidence and Style OR IDS1932 First Year IDS Writing Seminar | 3 |
| Select one: additional 1000/2000 Level Psychology Prereq Course (Recommend DEP2002 Child/Adolescent Psych Prefix options: CLP/DEP/EAB/EXP/INP/PCO/PPE/PSB/PSY/SOP) | 3 |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 |
| Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 |
| Total Hours: |
15 |
Term 3: Attempted Hours 31-45
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Select a third Gen Ed Written Communication Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 |
| Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 |
| Total Hours: |
15 |
Term 4: Attempted Hours 46-60
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| STA2014 (GM)Elem Statistics-Health/SS (Program Prerequisite) | 3 |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 |
| Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 |
| Total Hours: |
15 |
Summer 2
| Mile Marker(s) PSY2012 Introduction to Psychology Minimum Grade C Additional Psychology Course at 1000/2000 level Minimum Grade C Elementary Statistics Course Minimum Grade C Biology Course Minimum Grade C |
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Term 5: Attempted Hours 61-75
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSY3021 Prof Opportunities in PSYC (Course is Graded as Pass/Fail) | 1 | |
| PSY3213 Research Methods in Psychology (Must be completed prior to Experimental Psychology Courses) | 3 | |
| PSY3213L Research Methods Lab (Must be completed prior to Experimental Psychology Courses) Students must take PSY213 and 3213L in the same Term |
1 | |
| Select a Major Requirement (See approved list of Psychology Major Requirements in the university catalog) | 3 | |
| Select a 3000/4000 Major Elective (Prefixes: CBH/CLP/DEP/EAB/EXP/INP/PCO/PPE/PSB/PSY/SOP) | 3 | |
| Select a 3000/4000 level Free Elective (If needed) | 3 | |
| Select a 3000/4000 level Free Elective (If needed) | 1 | |
| Total Hours: | 15 | |
Mile Marker(s) Research Mthds in Psych with Lab Minimum Grades B PSY3021 Prof Opportunities in PSYC Minimum Grade P |
Term 6: Attempted Hours 76-90
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Select the first of three Experimental Psych Courses (See list of courses in the university catalog) NOTE: one Experimental Psychology course must be taken in Term 6, Term 7 and Term 8 | 4 | |
| Select a Major Requirement (See approved list of Psychology Major Requirements in the university catalog) | 3 | |
| Select a Major Requirement (See approved list of Psychology Major Requirements in the university catalog) | 3 | |
| Select a 3000/4000 Major Elective (Prefixes: CBH/CLP/DEP/EAB/EXP/INP/PCO/PPE/PSB/PSY/SOP) | 3 | |
| Select a 3000/4000 level Free Elective (If needed) | 2 | |
| Total Hours: | 15 | |
Mile Marker(s) General Education Requirements Civic Literacy Requirement |
Term 7: Attempted Hours 91-105
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Select the second of three Experimental Psych Courses (See list of courses in the university catalog) NOTE: one Experimental Psychology course must be taken in Term 6, Term 7 and Term 8 | 4 |
| Select a Major Requirement (See approved list of Psychology Major Requirements in the university catalog) | 3 |
| Select a Major Requirement (See approved list of Psychology Major Requirements in the university catalog) | 3 |
| Select a Major Requirement (See approved list of Psychology Major Requirements in the university catalog) | 3 |
| Select a 3000/4000 level Free Elective (If needed) | 2 |
| Total Hours: |
15 |
Term 8: Attempted Hours 106-120
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Select the third of three Experimental Psych Courses (See list of courses in the university catalog) NOTE: one Experimental Psychology course must be taken in Term 6, Term 7 and Term 8 | 4 | |
| Select a 3000/4000 Major Elective (Prefixes: CBH/CLP/DEP/EAB/EXP/INP/PCO/PPE/PSB/PSY/SOP) | 3 | |
| Select a 3000/4000 Major Elective (Prefixes: CBH/CLP/DEP/EAB/EXP/INP/PCO/PPE/PSB/PSY/SOP) | 3 | |
| Select a 3000/4000 level Free Elective (If needed) | 3 | |
| Select a 3000/4000 level Free Elective (If needed) | 2 | |
| Total Hours: | 15 | |
Mile Marker(s) Experimental Psychology Courses |
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Total Program Hours: |
120 |