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 |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 100 | Basic Concepts in Psychology (Mason Core) | 3 |
| PSYC 211 | Lifespan Development (Mason Core) | 3 |
| Total Credits | 6 | |
Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 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.