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BA in Psychology

The human mind is a fascinating thing.

If you’ve ever wanted to know more about how God created the brain, how He made it work, and how our souls enter the equation, then LCU’s BA in Psychology might be the degree for you.

We’ve designed our program to give you equal parts wisdom and knowledge—that is, we’ve included Bible classes along with your psychology courses, so you can develop a Biblical worldview as you learn about the human brain. Your psychology courses are all taught by professors who are experts in their field. They’ll guide and support you as you discuss topics like personality theory, abnormal psychology, physiological psychology, and psychology and religion.

A degree from LCU will ensure that you have a strong Biblical foundation as well as the specialized skills a career or further education requires. Upon graduation, you’ll be able to demonstrate empathy and compassion toward others, appreciate God’s diverse creation, speak with honesty and integrity while working with others, and understand and evaluate the scientific methods used to design and conduct social and behavioral science research.

Potential Careers

Case Manager
Social Worker
Human Resources Representative
Residential Advisor
Educational Advisor
Researcher
Pastor or Chaplain
Human Services
Business Manager

Course List

Some of the classes you’ll take while pursuing your BA in Psychology:
BI 170
Interpreting the Christian Scriptures
A study of the resources, principles, and methods of interpreting Scripture.
CH 380
History of American Christianity and the Stone-Campbell Movement
This course surveys the history of Christianity in the United States by examining key ideas, figures, and movements primarily active in the period of 1700 to 2000. The course discusses the issues involved in transplanting and adjusting old European church systems to the New World and also creating distinctly American expressions of the Christian faith. Special attention will be given to the rise and development of the Stone-Campbell (or Restoration) Movement in this social and religious context.
ID 101
An Introduction to Worldviews
This course introduces the concept of worldview as a tool to understand, compare, and evaluate a variety of philosophical and religious perspectives (e.g., Deism, Secular Humanism, Marxism, Nihilism, Existentialism, Postmodernism, etc.). Attention is given to the nature and implications of a Christian worldview in the context of our contemporary pluralistic culture.
PS 289
Personality Theory
This is a study of the historical background of psychology with an emphasis on theoretical systems. Critically examines psychology’s most influential theories regarding the nature of persons and personality development.
PS 365
Psychology and Religion
A study of the historical and current relationship between psychology and religion, including an examination of the influence of religion on the origins of psychology and its practice, on the development of theories, and on the theories and practices of today. The course will also examine psychological research studies that demonstrate the efficacy of a person’s faith on his or her mental and emotional well-being.
PS 380
Physiological Psychology
This is a study of the relation of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and biochemical substrates of behavior processes. Foundational concepts of psychotropic medications, neural mechanisms of drug action, and examinations of drug action and behavior will be covered.

Student Testimonials

Hear from students who’ve earned a BA in Psychology:
  • “I can take what I learn in class and apply it to my life in real, everyday situations. Nothing is more valuable than gaining an education you can actually use.”
    — Brittany Uhlry
  • "What I love most about LCU is that they helped me find myself because I was a lost young man when I first walked in these doors. I didn't have a goal. I didn't know where I was going. But they helped me find out who I was in Christ and that I do mean something and that I can be someone who can change the world through Christ."
    — Charles "Zayin" Brown
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