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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. Requirements 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 3 PSYC 206 Psychology and Christian Thought 3 PSYC 209 & PSYC 211 Statistics with Computer Applications and Statistics with Computer Applications Lab 4 BBST 105 Foundations of Christian Thought 3 ENGL 100 Basic Studies in Critical Thinking and Writing 3 or ENGL 112 Studies in Critical Thinking and Writing I ENGL 113 Studies in Critical Thinking and Writing II 3 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. Prerequisites PSYC 200 is a prerequisite to all other psychology courses for
PSYC 211 PSYC 305 PSYC 320 PSYC 365 PSYC 411 PSYC 450
Statistics with Computer Applications Lab
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Experimental Psychology
Developmental Psychology: Lifespan
Cognitive Psychology Theories of Personality
Directed Field Work in Psychology
or PSYC 480 Research in Psychology Select 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 PSYC 405 Social Psychology PSYC 412 Physiological Psychology PSYC 440 History and Systems of Psychology Total Credits
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Public Relations, B.A. Degree Program
Upon completion of the University baccalaureate and major requirements in the Department of Media, Journalism and Public Relations, students earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations. The Public Relations major requires the completion of a minimum of 44 credits beyond the general education requirements, 24 of which must be upper-division. The Department offers four areas of concentration: • Agency and Corporate PR • Entertainment and Events PR • Media Relations • Nonprofit and Ministry PR On Campus Study Opportunities In addition to the numerous media opportunities (p. 95) available as part of the Department of Media, Journalism and Public Relations, public relations students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in on- campus activities uniquely designed to enhance their expertise. Public Relations Society of America (PRSSA) The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is a nationally recognized association. Biola's chapter of PRSSA is designed to enhance pre-professional skills and prepare students in the field of business, communications and public relations for their future careers. Biola PRSSA provides networking opportunities, workshops and events that encompass this goal as well as keeping community within our own chapter and chapters around the nation. With strong connections to the professional chapters of PRSA within Los Angeles and Orange County, our students regularly attend networking events and workshops designed to enhance PR expertise and the personal brands of our students. 6 th Street Public Relations Biola's student-run PR firm, 6 th Street PR, is nationally affiliated through the Public Relations Student Society of America. With less than 40 schools having student-run firms that have achieved this status, Biola's PR students have the opportunity to work with real-world clients on strategic public relations initiatives. Building portfolio pieces and
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.
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Curriculum Requirements Program-Specific Core Curriculum (GE) Courses PSYC 200 Introduction to Psychology Program Courses PSYC 206 Psychology and Christian Thought
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