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Program Overview
Prepares students to understand how psychologists think critically and design and conduct scientific research on behavior and mental processes. Students learn professional skills, such as how to communicate, use statistics, work in teams, and solve problems, that will apply to a range of jobs in various fields. Topics include biological, developmental, cognitive, and abnormal psychology.
The rumor that “you can't do anything with just a bachelor’s degree in psychology” is outdated. The truth is that the skills emphasized in the psychology curriculum at CU Denver generalize well to almost any career –and psychology majors can pursue just about every career pathway.
Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Students at CU Denver can focus on any of the major psychology sub-disciplines: including human development and behavior, animal behavior, behavioral neuroscience, cognition, social interactions, industrial/organizational, and psychological disorders and treatment.
Those who seek post-graduate degrees are prepared for research-oriented, clinical, or applied psychology fields of study – as well as degrees in other fields like medicine or law. Psychology is considered a “hub science,” that supplies a firm foundation for success in professions like advertising, business, teaching, entertainment, and many others.
Program Description
The rumor that “you can't do anything with just a bachelor’s degree in psychology” is outdated. The truth is that the skills emphasized in the psychology curriculum at CU Denver generalize well to almost any career –and psychology majors can pursue just about every career pathway.
Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Students at CU Denver can focus on any of the major psychology sub-disciplines: including human development and behavior, animal behavior, behavioral neuroscience, cognition, social interactions, industrial/organizational, and psychological disorders and treatment.
Those who seek post-graduate degrees are prepared for research-oriented, clinical, or applied psychology fields of study – as well as degrees in other fields like medicine or law. Psychology is considered a “hub science,” that supplies a firm foundation for success in professions like advertising, business, teaching, entertainment, and many others.
Why BA Psychology at CU Denver?
Useful Curriculum
The core skills emphasized in the undergraduate Psychology curriculum overlap with the traits listed as most desirable in new employees by the National Association of Colleges and Employers. These include the ability to solve problems effectively, think critically, communicate, collaborate with others, and act ethically and professionally. Psychology majors also learn scientific literacy, research, and statistical skills that are also attractive to a range of employers, both in and outside of psychology.
World Class and Involved Faculty
Our faculty includes widely cited experts in their scientific fields. Faculty strive to use best pedagogical practices when teaching. We provide rich curricular opportunities such as internships, independent studies and research projects. We have a chapter of Psi Chi, the international academic honor society in Psychology.
Convenience
The program provides flexible coursework options for everyone, including students who have other commitments.
Location
Being situated in the Denver region provides students with easy access to many Psychology and Psychology-related organizations, such as mental health facilities, health care facilities, schools, research laboratories, and the diverse set of businesses and companies in the city.
Program Features
120
credit hours
Fall, Spring, Summer
starting semesters
Fully Online
available completely online
Flexible
can be completed full-time or part-time
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Curriculum
The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology is designed to give you a cohesive foundation in the field of Psychology.
Learning Outcomes
Explore the five learning outcomes of the program.
Tuition & Scholarships
The cost of tuition for the BA in Psychology is different for in-state and out-of-state students.
Application Process
You can apply through either the Common Application or the Milo Application. Transfer students will need to submit the Milo Application.
Student Testimonials
Alumni Success Stories
The mentorship I received from professors at CU Denver not only provided me with the tools I needed to succeed in any graduate program. They also provided me with the guidance and support I needed to feel confident and excel in law school as a first-generation college student.
Joseph Rosales III
(Spring 2017)
Third-year Law Student at University of Denver Sturm College of Law
My education at CU Denver laid a strong foundation for a career in clinical psychology. The depth and breadth of the coursework, along with my research experiences, gave me the confidence to pursue my dream of becoming a psychologist. During my time as an undergrad, the faculty members were caring and supportive, and they helped guide me on the path toward my new career. I was accepted into several competitive graduate programs and will be graduating with my Psy.D. in a couple of years.
Brenn Kane
(Spring 2018)
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