Psychology Minor

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Students will demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
2. Students will respect and use critical thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to understanding human behavior and psychological processes.
3. Students will understand and apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation.
4. Students will apply psychological theory, methodology and findings to develop a greater understanding of the whole person, as an individual and as a member of a large community, society, and culture.
5. Students will be able to communicate effectively in a variety of formats.
6. Students will recognize, understand, and respect the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity.

Minor Requirements

Must complete 20 units, 12 units must be taken in residence at USF.