Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in Psychological Studies is offered by the College of Liberal Arts's Department of Psychology and Neuroscience and is available only at Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ).
The Psychological Studies major is designed to promote a broad understanding of human behavior and the affective and cognitive processes that underlie it from the perspective of psychology as a science and a profession. In addition to introductory courses, the study of statistics and research methodology will prepare students to deal with the wealth of research-based knowledge they will encounter as they develop a strong foundation in basic and applied areas of psychology. The research or internship option rounds out the Psychological Studies majors' experiences as they complete advanced electives. Unique to TUJ's Psychological Studies major is its focus on cross-cultural issues, with special emphasis on Asia and the U.S.
Campus Location: Japan
Program Code: LA-PSYS-BA
A Psychology minor is also offered at both Main Campus and Japan Campus.
Contact Information
Dariusz Skowronski, PhD, Major Coordinator
dariusz.skowronski@tuj.temple.edu
These requirements are for students who matriculated in academic year 2023-2024. Students who matriculated prior to fall 2023 should refer to the Archives to view the requirements for their Bulletin year.
Summary of Requirements for the Degree
- University and College of Liberal Arts (CLA) Requirements
- All Temple students must take a minimum of two writing-intensive courses as part of the major. The writing-intensive courses required for this major are PSY 3096 and a Psychology course at the 4000 level, such as PSY 4696.
- Students must complete the General Education curriculum.
- Students must follow CLA requirements as specified in the CLA College Requirements section of the Undergraduate Bulletin.
- Major Requirements (Minimum 38 credits)
Course List Code Title Credit Hours Introductory Courses PSY 1001 Introduction to Psychology 3 PSY 1002 Careers in Psychology (should be taken in the students' freshman / sophomore year) 1 PSY 1003 Statistics for Psychology 3 PSY 1004 Critical Thinking in Psychology 3 Psychological Studies Science Requirement Select one of the following: 4 Human Biology General Biology I General Chemistry I
and General Chemistry Laboratory IIntroduction to General Physics I Developmental/Clinical/Social Foundation Courses (Group 1) Select one of the following: 3 Foundations of Psychopathology Foundations of Developmental Psychology Foundations of Social Psychology Foundations of Industrial and Organizational Psychology Brain and Cognitive Sciences Foundation Courses (Group 2) Select one of the following: 3 Foundations of Cognitive Psychology Foundations of Learning and Behavior Analysis Foundations of Sensation and Perception Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience Foundations of Cognitive Neuroscience Psychology Foundation Elective Course Select an additional course from Group 1 or Group 2 3 Required Methods Course PSY 3096 Conducting Psychological Research 3 Advanced Courses In consultation with the Academic Advisor and/or Major Coordinator, select 2 psychology courses at the 3000 level or higher, one of which must focus on gender/culture. 6 Direct Applications of Behavioral Principles PSY 3152Clinical Psychology: Research and Practice Child Psychopathology and Treatment Topics in Psychology (focus on gender/culture) Internship / Collaborative Research / Clinical Practicum Must complete at least one internship, collaborative research or clinical practicum for at least 3 credits, with approval by the Major Coordinator. 3 Psychology Internship Practicum Collaborative Research I Collaborative Research II Senior Writing Seminar PSY 4696 Capstone in Psychology 3 Total Credit Hours 38
Suggested Academic Plan
Please note that this is a suggested academic plan. Depending on your situation, your academic plan may look different.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychological Studies
Suggested Plan for New Students Starting in the 2023-2024 Academic Year
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
| ENG 0802 or ENG 0812 | Analytical Reading and Writing or Analytical Reading and Writing: ESL | 4 |
| GenEd Quantitative Literacy Course GQ | 4 | |
| GenEd Breadth Course | 3 | |
| Foreign Language 1001 (first level) | 4 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| IH 0851 | Intellectual Heritage I: The Good Life | 3 |
| GenEd Breadth Course | 3 | |
| Foreign Language 1002 (second level) | 4 | |
| PSY 1001 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| BIOL 1001 | Human Biology | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Fall | ||
| IH 0852 | Intellectual Heritage II: The Common Good | 3 |
| GenEd Breadth Course | 3 | |
| GenEd Breadth Course | 3 | |
| PSY 1002 | Careers in Psychology | 1 |
| PSY 1003 | Statistics for Psychology | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
Foreign Language (third level) | ||
GenEd Global/World Society Course | ||
Internationally Focused Course from Approved List | ||
| Credit Hours | 16-17 | |
| Spring | ||
| GenEd Breadth Course | 3 | |
| GenEd Breadth Course | 3 | |
| GenEd Breadth Course | 3 | |
| Psychology 2000-level Foundations #1 | 3 | |
| PSY 1004 | Critical Thinking in Psychology | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Fall | ||
| Psychology 2000-level Foundations #2 | 3 | |
| Psychology 2000-level Foundations #3 | 3 | |
| One CLA/CST 2000+ Humanities/CST course | 3 | |
| One CLA/CST 2000+ course | 3 | |
| One Elective 0800-4999 in any School or College | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| PSY 3096 | Conducting Psychological Research | 3 |
| One CLA/CST 2000+ Humanities/CST course | 3 | |
| One CLA/CST 2000+ course | 3 | |
| One CLA/CST 2000+ course | 3 | |
| One CLA/CST 2000+ course | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Year 4 | ||
| Fall | ||
| One 3000-3620 Advanced Psychology #1 course (Gender or Culture) | 3 | |
| One CLA/CST 2000+ course | 3 | |
| One CLA/CST 0800-4999 Elective | 3 | |
| One CLA/CST 0800-4999 Elective | 3 | |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Psychology Internship | ||
| Collaborative Research I | ||
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| PSY 4696 | Capstone in Psychology | 3 |
| One 3000-3625 Advanced Psychology #2 course | 3 | |
| One CLA/CST 0800-4999 course | 3 | |
| One CLA/CST 0800-4999 course | 3 | |
| One Elective 0800-4999 in any School or College | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 123-124 | |