RDP.BAPS - BA Psychology (residential)
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Program Description
Modality. Point University offers the B.A. in Psychology in on-ground format at its main campus in West Point, Georgia. An online "course companion" includes a grade-book and supplementary materials. Point also offers a fully-online version of the B.S. in Psychology program.
Learning Outcomes
Program Purpose and Student Learning Objectives
Purpose. The purpose of the B.A. in Psychology program is to provide a knowledge base for careers in academia and research and to prepare students for graduate studies in associated fields.
The Psychology Major builds on Point University’s mission, values, and Core Curriculum (General Studies and Character Formation) to accomplish the following student learning objectives:
Objective 1: Compare and contrast the varieties of theories, issues, and techniques in psychology.
Objective 2: Explain the intricacies of the psychological, physiological, developmental, and spiritual makeup of human beings.
Objective 3: Communicate knowledge and comprehension of psychology in written and verbal media.
Objective 4: Integrate psychological theory and theology.
Objective 5: Pursue advanced studies in graduate school.
Recommended Course Sequence
Honors Program. The Honors Program of the Psychology & Counseling Department challenges students to attain a higher level of preparation, recognizes student productivity and achievement, and provides a vehicle for students to compete for admission to graduate schools. Students choose and complete the Honors Program through a combina-tion of grade point average (GPA), internship(s), senior portfolio, senior interview, comprehensive examination, and final essay. The Honors Program is available in the Counseling & Human Services, Psychology, and Sociology with Social Work Specializa-tion programs. Notation of the Honors Program appears on the graduate’s academic transcript. See a faculty advisor for the policies, requirements, and procedures of the Honors Program.