Forensic Psychology Major
Psychology, B.A.
Forensic psychology refers to the application of psychology within the legal system. Issues such as competency to stand trial, not guilty by reason of insanity, juvenile delinquency, gender, and expert witness testimony are explored. Students gain an understanding of how the fields of psychology and the law are integrated by working on collaborations with various community agencies. Students will learn about effective interventions and rehabilitation through a multidisciplinary perspective and will take courses in psychology, legal studies, criminal justice, and sociology. A major in forensic psychology can be used to pursue a career in various areas of mental health, corrections, rehabilitation, victimization, the legal system, or graduate school.
Degree requirements for the Forensic Psychology major are as follows:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| University Core | ||
| Behavioral/Social Science Electives | 6 | |
| BUS 204 | Financial Wellness | 1 |
| ENG 114 | Critical Reading and Response | 3 |
| ENG 134 | Literary Genres | 3 |
| Humanities Electives | 9 | |
| MAT 120 | Statistics | 3 |
| PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology I | 3 |
| Science Electives (lab required) | 7 | |
| WEL 100 | Empowered as Learners and Leaders | 3 |
| or WEL 220 | Empowered as Learners and Leaders | |
| WEL 350 | Strategies for Career and Personal Growth | 2 |
| Major Requirements | ||
| ENG 124 | Research and Writing in the Disciplines | 3 |
| Experiential Electives 1 | 6 | |
| PSY 150 | Survey of Forensic Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 216 | Psychology of Cultural Diversity | 3 |
| PSY 240 | Psychopathology | 3 |
| PSY 250 | Behavioral Research Methods | 3 |
| or INT 250 | Research Methods in the Social Sciences | |
| PSY 321 | Theories of Personality | 3 |
| PSY 335 | Psychology of Criminal Behavior | 3 |
| PSY 336 | Psychology of the Female Offender | 3 |
| PSY 340 | Physiological Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 341 | Drugs and Behavior | 3 |
| PSY 342 | Crisis Intervention for Community and Mental Health Settings | 3 |
| PSY 370 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 380 | Interviewing and Counseling | 3 |
| PSY 441 | Seminar in Advanced Forensic Psychology | 3 |
| General Electives | ||
| General Electives | 32 | |
| Total Credits Required | 120 | |