Psychology Minor

Minor Overview

The psychology program is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of human behavior, mental processes and emotional functioning. 

Your USF psychology advisors and mentors can help you find internships that best match your interests.

Courses

In addition to meeting the requirements of the University, you must take 21 hours in psychology, including the courses listed below.

Required Minor Core Courses

Complete the following courses. Alternatives for the following courses: PSY250 or NUR354.

NUR354

Evidence-Based Nursing Practice

(3.0 s.h)

PSY201

General Psychology

(3.0 s.h)

PSY250

Methods of Research

(3.0 s.h)

PSY233

Statistics for Behavioral Sciences

(3.0 s.h)

Elective(s) in Minor

Complete 12 s.h.

PSY305

Abnormal Psychology

(3.0 s.h)

PSY412

Adolescent Psychology

(3.0 s.h)

PSY413

Adult Development & Aging

(3.0 s.h)

PSY408

Biological Psychology

(3.0 s.h)

PSY411

Child Psychology

(3.0 s.h)

PSY431

Cognitive Psychology

(3.0 s.h)
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