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Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. It examines behavior and mental processes in an effort to serve human welfare. The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Psychological Science is designed to provide students with strong research, communication, and critical thinking skills. As such, the program requires completion of an Introductory Psychology course, a Careers in Psychology course, a laboratory-based two-semester research sequence, courses from the primary areas of the discipline, and a senior capstone experience.

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The undergraduate degree with a major in psychological science provides students with a strong foundation for graduate study in a variety of disciplines. It also provides a broad liberal arts education that can serve as an entry point into bachelor’s degree-level careers. Students are encouraged to select courses in consultation with an advisor. 

For more information on specific classes, see our page in the KSU Undergraduate Catalog. Checklists for these and previous degree requirements are available using the "Program Checklists" link.

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Statistics Pathway

PSYC majors now have the option to pursue a Statistics Pathway in General Education Core Requirements by completing STAT 1401 in Area A2 and DATA 1501 in Area D1.

View the 8-semester plan for the BS in PSYC degree

Why take the Statistics Pathway?

  • Through completion of this course pathway through Gen Ed, PSYC majors (especially those considering graduate school) will have the opportunity to develop additional statistical and data analysis skills during pursuit of their BS in PSYC degree.
  • Should students complete these Gen Ed courses prior to enrolling in PSYC 2500 and/or PSYC 3000, they will enter PSYC 2500/3000 having already gained skills/knowledge on the subjects of statistics and data science.

Psychology Honors

Psychology students at Kennesaw State University can participate in honors in one of two tracks: University Honors Program & Honors in the Major.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please carefully read the documents provided by Honor’s College. They may provide answers to all or most of your questions. The following information is specifically geared towards psychology students who are enrolled in the Honor’s College.

  • The Department of Psychological Science requires a minimum 3.75 GPA to be an Honors student in the psychology major.
  • Based on a number of factors including suitability of the course for an Honor’s Contract and faculty’s current workload, the faculty will decide whether the Honors Contract would be a good fit for their class. If the faculty can supervise the Honors Contract, then the two of you will work out the specific requirements and timeline. If the faculty cannot supervise the Honors Contract, or if they think the course is just not suitable for such, they will provide recommendations within the Department, if possible.
  • The Department of Psychological Science strongly recommends that you take HON 4497 first to work on the proposal of your capstone project. Upon successful completion of HON 4497, you will then proceed to taking HON 4499. We do not recommend taking these two courses currently within one semester.
    • If you already know who you want to work with, contact them directly.
    • Otherwise, check the department website for information on faculty and their research areas.
    • If you find someone whose research interest is similar to your proposed project, contact them directly.
    • If you are not able to find anyone on your own or are not sure, contact one of the Honors Liaisons listed below and they will try their best to recommend faculty members who may be able to supervise your capstone project. They will suggest some faculty members to you but it’s your responsibility to contact the faculty members directly to ask if they will be able to supervise your Honor’s project.
    • It’s best to send an email to set up either an in-person or virtual appointment with the faculty member. All faculty members’ email addresses are available on the Department of Psychological Science website.
    • In the email, clearly explain who you are, what you plan to do for your Honor’s Capstone project (the Honor’s College has listed several options) and what your area of interest is. Ask whether the faculty member is available and willing to supervise you in HON 4497 and HON 4499.
    • Once the faculty has agreed to supervise your capstone work, please follow the procedures determined by the Honor’s College and fill out the necessary paperwork.
    • If the faculty member is not able to supervise you, then contact another professor in the department.

  • You must send your paper for a second reading to your Honors Liaison, depending on who initially signed the paperwork as your liaison, at least a week before the thesis is due by the Honor’s College to ensure they have sufficient time to read and give you feedback.

    Honors Liaisons: