This minor is designed to provide students with an understanding of the ways in which humans change over time. Coursework provides for a broad foundation in psychology across the lifespan while also allowing for students to focus on a developmental period (e.g. childhood).
Policies
Eight credits of coursework must be unique to the minor and students must complete all coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.00. For policies governing all minors, see AP.5.3.4 Minors.
Minor Requirements
Total credits: 18
Students should be aware of the specific policies associated with this program, located on the Admissions & Policies tab.
Required Courses
Code | Title | Credits |
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PSYC 100 | Introduction to Psychology (Mason Core) | 3 |
PSYC 211 | Lifespan Development (Mason Core) | 3 |
Total Credits | 6 |
Electives
Code | Title | Credits |
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Select a minimum of 12 credits from the following: | 12 | |
Child Development | ||
Adolescent Development | ||
Applied Cross-Cultural Psychology (Mason Core) | ||
Behavior Disorders of Childhood | ||
Psychological Factors in Aging | ||
Independent Study in Psychology 1 | ||
Special Topics 2 | ||
Individual and Family Development (Mason Core) | ||
Total Credits | 12 |
- 1
When content is developmental, with approval.
- 2
When topic is developmental, when approved by Psychology Associate Chair of Undergraduate Studies.