Biola University 2015–16 Catalog
Prerequisites PSYC 200 - Introduction to Psychology is a prerequisite to all other psychology courses for Psychology majors and minors. Graduate Courses Senior level undergraduate psychology majors may take certain graduate courses with permission. A permission request form may be obtained in the Psychology Department. It must be filled out and signed by the department chair, dean of Rosemead, and course instructor. RSPY 502 Advanced Statistics Credit(s): 3. (see PSYC 420) RSPY 530 History and Systems of Psychology Credit(s): 2. (see PSYC 440) Core Requirements All Psychology majors, are required to take eight core courses, which include: PSYC 200 Introduction to Psychology Credit(s): 3. PSYC 206 Psychology and Christian Thought Credit(s): 3. PSYC 209 Statistics with Computer Applications Credit(s): 3. PSYC 211 Statistics with Computer Applications Lab Credit(s): 1. PSYC 305 Experimental Psychology Credit(s): 4. PSYC 320 Developmental Psychology: Lifespan Credit(s): 3. PSYC 365 Cognitive Psychology Credit(s): 3. PSYC 411 Theories of Personality Credit(s): 3. Elective Requirements Choose 15 credits of Psychology electives, 11 of which must be upper- division. Recommended courses for students interested in graduate study: PSYC 306 Psychological Testing and Assessment Credit(s): 3. PSYC 405 Social Psychology Credit(s): 3. PSYC 412 Physiological Psychology Credit(s): 3. PSYC 440 History and Systems of Psychology Credit(s): 2–3. Public Relations, B.A. Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations, students will be able to: 1. Apply and analyze key elements within public relations [Key Concepts: Historical context, theoretical framework, principles, and current industry standards] (ULO 1). 2. Illustrate an understanding of biblical integration with the profession [Key Concepts: knowledge of ethics and philosophical approaches to the industry] (ULO 2). 3. Demonstrate creative and analytical expertise in writing and presentations [Key Concepts: Critical thinking and excellence in communicating in multiple forms] (ULO 3). 4. Develop projects that utilize convergence & integration of media to strategically reach target audiences [Key Concepts: technological expertise, media savvy, audience understanding] (ULO 3). 5. Create, analyze and critique the public relations process in PR campaigns [Key Concepts; relationship building, societal trends, diversity and global issues, organizational change and development and management of concepts] (ULO 3).
Development and promotion of the use of the education in ministry and service. Ministry and service takes the form of active participation in the functions of the Christian and secular communities. Program Learning Outcomes The Psychology Department is committed to developing a program that will meet their Mission objectives through continuous assessment of student learning, course objectives and our program learning outcomes, listed below. Upon completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology (ULO 1). 2. Demonstrate knowledge of and apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation (ULO 1). 3. Demonstrate familiarity with the concept of integration of faith and learning, its benefits and challenges, and apply appropriate methods in producing integrative scholarship and skills (ULO 2). 4. Apply psychological principles and principles derived from the integration of faith and learning to service in their churches and communities (ULO 3). Internal program assessment may include surveys, signature assignments, and a capstone course. External program assessment includes the ETS Major Field Test which is a graduation requirement. The Major Field Test is used to demonstrate achievement of our cognitive learning outcomes. Exams will be scored against national norms and every year the psychology faculty will review exam results to determine program strengths and weaknesses. Our students’ Program Learning Outcome results are confidential. The results are not calculated into the student’s GPA nor considered a part of the student’s academic degree program. Program Learning Outcome results are used only to inform the University of student performance in designated fields so that areas for improvement can be identified within our Psychology program and/or courses. If the Program Learning Outcome requirement has not been met by the conferral date, Biola will not issue final transcripts or a diploma until the assessment has been completed. Degree Program A Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology is offered upon completion of the University baccalaureate and major requirements. The psychology major requires the completion of a minimum of 35 credits beyond PSYC 200 - Introduction to Psychology, 24 of which must be upper- division. Admission Requirements Admission into Biola University does not guarantee admission as a psychology major in the School of Psychology, nor permission to enroll in upper-division psychology courses. The following requirements must be observed: 1. Completing with a minimum of a “C” (2.0) grade in each of the following courses: PSYC 200 - Introduction to Psychology; PSYC 206 - Psychology and Christian Thought; PSYC 209 - Statistics with Computer Applications and PSYC 211 - Statistics with Computer Applications Lab; BBST 105 - Foundations of Christian Thought; and ENGL 112 - Studies in Critical Thinking and Writing I and ENGL 113 - Studies in Critical Thinking and Writing II. 2. Completing a minimum of 30 hours of General Education and Bible. 3. Accomplishing an overall cumulative GPA of 2.5 in all college level work. 4. Filing of an application as a Psychology major which shall include an autobiographical essay. The application can be filed any time following the completion of the student’s third semester of college work.
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