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Biola University
Psychology, B.A. Mission
Requirements Curriculum Requirements Program-Specific Core Curriculum (GE) Courses
The mission of the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology encompasses: 1. Training in psychology. The objective is to provide the foundations appropriate for further learning whether in graduate school, other vocational training, or in general living. 2. Promotion of investigation and integration of psychology and theology. Investigation and integration will take the form of incorporation of psychology and biblical training in the integration of faith, learning, and living. 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. 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 36 credits beyond PSYC 200, 24 of which must be upper-division. Learning Outcomes 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). Each Program Learning Outcome (PLO) listed above references at least one of the University Learning Outcomes (ULO 1, 2, 3), which may be found in the General Information (p. 6) section of this catalog. 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
Political Science majors preparing for graduate school should include a foreign language in their program. Seek advice from the department. Students must take the following History courses to fulfill the U.S. and World History requirement: HIST 108 United States History to 1865 HIST 208 World Civilizations II Program Courses The following Political Science courses are required, which include at least one course in each of the following categories: American Government, International Politics, Political Theory. All students must take: POSC 211 Introduction to Political Economy
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POSC 208 POSC 250
World Politics
Foundations of the American Political System Virtue, Citizenship, and Politics Political Science Research Methods
POSC 256 POSC 290 POSC 490 POSC 499
Internship in Political Science
Senior Seminar
Select three upper-division POSC courses
Select one of the following American Government courses: POSC 301 Fundamentals of Public Administration POSC 320 The American Presidency POSC 360 Economic History of the United States POSC 400 Political Parties and the Electoral Process POSC 406 Legislation POSC 410 American Constitutional Law POSC 420 Courts and Public Policy Select one of the following International Politics courses: POSC 240 Liberty and the Free Market in England POSC 308 Foreign Policy and Diplomacy POSC 309 National Security Strategy and Military Affairs POSC 317 Politics of Global Terrorism POSC 365 Wealth and Justice POSC 407 International Organizations and Political Economy POSC 409 Strategic Intelligence Select one of the following Political Theory courses:
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POSC 350 Political Philosophy – Ancient POSC 351 Political Philosophy – Modern POSC 430 Church and State Relations Total Credits
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