Overview

Psychological Science offered by the California State University San Marcos covers a wide range of topics, from the inner workings of our brains and bodies to the ways our social environment and culture influence us. This breadth is reflected in the psychology curriculum. Given that psychology is an empirical science, our program gives considerable emphasis to research design, data analysis, and interpretation.

The undergraduate major in Psychological Science is designed to provide each student with a comprehensive overview of the major fields of psychology and methods used in psychological research. The major also provides elective courses that allow the student to focus upon an area of special interest. These specialty areas might include social, developmental, cognitive, clinical, or biological psychology.

Students majoring in other disciplines such as computer, health or clinical sciences, communication, business administration, or education will find that a minor or electives in psychology will provide them with knowledge of direct relevance to their chosen professions. Additionally, psychology has rich ties with other fields such as philosophy, history, literature, the arts, sociology, anthropology, linguistics, communication, and biology.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Students who graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychological Science will be able to:

Describe the major concepts theories, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology, and their application to behavioral and mental processes.

Describe the scientific approach to psychology and apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design, quantitative analysis, interpretation and reporting in APA format.

Apply creative and critical thinking and employ skeptical inquiry to addressing issues and solving problems related to psychological phenomena.

Demonstrate the ability to independently locate, identify and critically evaluate scholarly literature in the discipline of psychology.

Thoughtfully consider and appraise alternative viewpoints, diverse socio-cultural perspectives and ethical issues related to psychological topics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Psychology

Psychology for Living

Critical Thinking in Psychology

Developmental Psychology

Psychosocial Influences on Child Development

Statistics in Psychology

Research Methods in Psychology

Psychology Research Methods Laboratory

Computer Applications in Psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National deadline

February 16

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Psychology Linguistics View 1725 other Bachelors in Psychology in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

National

Completion of preparatory A–G Courses

Test Scores (SAT and ACT)

Your official GPA for admission to any California State University, including CSUSM, may be different than the GPA on your high school transcript. This is because we calculate your high school GPA using your 10th–12th grade A-G courses.

International

University Application

All official academic records

Official English translations of all academic records

Affidavit of Financial Support

Copy of your Passport

Are or will be a high school/secondary school graduate or equivalent

Equivalent of a "B" (3.0) grade point average

Tuition Fee

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International

15246 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15246 USD per year during 48 months.
National

15246 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15246 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

5742 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5742 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for San Marcos

1100 - 1600 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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