Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
The University of Texas Permian Basin Online
Key Information
Campus location
Online USA
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
USD 327 / per credit *
Application deadline
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Introduction
Our online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program provides a broad foundation of psychological science knowledge and emphasizes vital written communication and research skills that can inform and assist you in helping professions and beyond.
Through this intensive online program, you’ll develop the ability to reason about empirical research, write strong, cohesive arguments, and think critically regarding both the theoretical and applied aspects of psychology. With the skills, knowledge, and experience you’ll gain in this program, you can become more competitive in the professional arena.
Upon successful completion of the BA in psychology program, you’ll receive the same distinguished degree as campus-based graduates and be poised to excel in a diverse range of professional roles. If work and family responsibilities take up a large part of your daily schedule, you may find this flexible online program is best suited to your needs.
Admissions
Curriculum
General Education
Students must complete 42 credits from the following areas of study to complete general education requirements: communication (ENGL 1301 & 1302); American history (HIST 1301 & HIST 1302); political science (PLSC 2305 & PLSC 2306); BIOL 1308/1108 and another lab science (8 credits); language, philosophy, and culture (3 credits); mathematics (MATH 1314/1332/1324/2412); COMM 1315; component area (COMM 1115); creative arts (3 credits); social science other than psychology (3 credits).
- ARTS 1301 - Art Appreciation - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- BIOL 1108 - Biology for Non-Science Majors Laboratory - 8 weeks - 1 credit
- BIOL 1308 - Biology for Non-Science Majors - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- COMM 1115 - Communication Lab - 8 weeks - 1 credit
- COMM 1301 - Introduction to the Study of Communication - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- COMM 1315 - Introduction to Public Speaking - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- ECON 2301 - Principles of Macroeconomics - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- ENGL 1301 - Composition I - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- ENGL 1302 - Composition II - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- ENGL 2322 - British Literature to 1800 - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- ENGL 2323 - British Literature Since 1800 - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- ENGL 2327 - American Literature to 1865 - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- ENGL 2328 - American Literature Since 1865 - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- GEOL 1101 - Physical Geology Laboratory - 8 weeks - 1 credit
- GEOL 1102 - Historical Geology Laboratory - 8 weeks - 1 credit
- GEOL 1301 - Physical Geology - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- GEOL 1302 - Historical Geology - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- HIST 1301 - History of the United States to 1877 - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- HIST 1302 - History of the United States Since 1877 - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- HIST 2322 - World Civilizations - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- MATH 1314 - College Algebra - 8 weeks - 4 credits
- MATH 1324 - Applications of Discrete Mathematics - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- MATH 1325 - Applications of Continuous Mathematics - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- MATH 1332 - Contemporary Mathematics I - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- MATH 2412 - Precalculus - 8 weeks - 4 credits
- MUSI 1301 - Jazz, Pop & Rock - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- MUSI 1306 - Music Appreciation - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- PLSC 2305 - American National Politics - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- PLSC 2306 - State and Local Politics - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- PSYC 1301 - Introduction to Psychology - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- SOCI 1301 - Introduction to Sociology - 8 weeks - 3 credits
Psychology Requirements
Below is a list of the courses required for the psychology online major. No more than 12 credits of lower-level psychology hours, including the introductory course, will be applied to the psychology major. Any remaining lower-level psychology hours will be applied toward your 120-credit-hour requirement. Additionally, PSYC 3104 must be taken concurrently with PSYC 3304.
- PSYC 1301 - Introduction to Psychology - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- PSYC 3301 - Introductory Statistics - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- PSYC 3311 - Social Psychology - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- PSYC 3321 - Abnormal Psychology - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- PSYC 3344 - Lifespan and Development - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- PSYC 3350 - Positive Psychology - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- PSYC 3304 - Experimental Psychology - 16 weeks - 3 credits
- PSYC 3104 - Experimental Psychology Lab - 16 weeks - 1 credit
- PSYC 4302 - History and Systems of Psychology - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- PSYC 4304 - Physiological Psychology - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- PSYC 4305 - Drugs and Behavior - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- PSYC 4306 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology - 8 weeks - 3 credits
- PSYC 4393 - Senior Seminar - 16 weeks - 3 credits
Upper-Level Electives
Students need 48 upper-level course credits to graduate. Any 3000- or 4000-level courses may count toward this requirement. It cannot be a course used in general education requirements, major or minor.
There are no Upper-Level Electives courses available.
Electives
Any course/any level, 3 credit hours. Cannot be a course used in general education requirements, major or minor.
- PSYC 3345 - Child Abuse - 16 weeks - 3 credits
PSY Minor
A minimum of 18 credits are required for the minor chosen in consultation with the major advisor, at least 12 credits of which must be junior/senior. Psychology majors cannot have a minor in Child and Family Studies.
There are no PSY Minor courses available.
Career Opportunities
An online BA in psychology from The University of Texas Permian Basin provides a solid base of knowledge that can help you thrive in numerous roles, including:
- Public Health Professional
- Case Worker
- Researcher
- Case Manager
- Group Therapy Facilitator
- Management Professional
- Marketing Professional
- Human Resources Professional
- Nonprofit Professional
- Mental Health Worker
- Data Scientist