Psychology and Social Work, Dual Major

Program
Degree Type
Major

The dual major in Psychology and Social Work is designed for those students interested in clinical social work or mental health practice.

Requirements for the Major

Students completing the dual major must complete all of the Requirements for Social Work Major listed above, plus all of the Requirements for Major in Psychology:

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
30-34

Human Services Emphasis

This track is designed to meet the needs of students who wish to pursue masters-level education in a variety of fields, such as counseling, organizational psychology, and guidance; of students who desire a broad undergraduate education and graduate education in areas outside psychology, such as business, law, and education; and of students who seek a broadly applicable undergraduate degree. Students completing this track earn a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Item #
Title
Credits
2
3
3
Sub-Total Credits
8

Scientific Emphasis

Students planning on graduate school in psychology are advised to take at least one course in calculus. It should also be kept in mind that graduate schools may require a reading knowledge of a world language, usually French, German, or Spanish. This track is designed for students most interested in the scientific aspects of psychology, particularly for those who are considering graduate work in experimental or clinical psychology. Most Ph .D. programs in experimental or clinical psychology require the types of undergraduate courses included in this track. Students completing this track earn a Bachelor of Science degree.

Item #
Title
Credits
6
Sub-Total Credits
9
47-51