COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Science (BS) in psychology, along with programs like public health, public relations, social work, and others, offer students diverse academic pathways depending on their career goals, interests, and strengths, and understanding their structure helps in making the right choice. Psychology, for example, is a flexible field suitable for careers involving human interaction, such as healthcare, law, business, or communication, and it emphasizes skills like research, critical thinking, and communication, with BA focusing more on liberal arts flexibility while BS includes more scientific and quantitative coursework such as calculus and biology, making it more suitable for research or medical-related careers. Similarly, the B.S. in Public Health prepares students for health promotion and disease prevention careers with two main concentrations, Health Education and Promotion requiring a minimum GPA of 2.50 and Health Professions requiring 3.00, and includes 120 total credit hours with 54 in the major, offering opportunities like the CHES certification and accelerated master’s programs. Public Relations is more industry-focused, training students in communication strategy, media writing, digital platforms, and campaign management, requiring about 37 major hours plus internships and electives, and prepares students for roles like social media managers and brand strategists. Social Work focuses on social justice, community service, and helping vulnerable populations, requiring around 120 hours including practicum training, and demands both academic and interpersonal commitment. Other majors like Studio Art, Theatre, Spanish, Religious Studies, and Sport Management provide specialized career preparation in creative, cultural, or industry-specific fields, often requiring 120 total credit hours, a minimum GPA (usually 2.0–2.5), completion of a minor, and upper-level coursework residency. Overall, choosing between these programs depends on whether a student prefers science-based study, creative expression, business communication, or social impact, as each program is structured to build both theoretical knowledge and practical skills aligned with specific career paths and further education opportunities.