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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

PS 230
Skills of the Helping Professional
An introduction to the basic principles of effective counseling, with special emphasis upon counseling situations likely to be confronted by specialized Christian workers.
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 308
Abnormal Psychology
This course provides an introductory study of the major mental and emotional disorders and the settings in which they develop. The impact of these disorders on the family and community will be discussed as well as the implications for ministering to those affected by these issues. Prerequisite: SS 171.
PS 349
Lifespan Developmental Psychology
An investigation of the growth and development of persons, examining the developmental theories of Erickson, Piaget, Kohlberg, Maslow, and others from a Christian perspective. Same as SS 349. Prerequisite: SS 171. IAI Code S6 902.
PS 371
Research Methods
An examination of the scientific methods used in designing and conducting experiments in the social and behavioral sciences. Students will learn to critically review research in the fields of social work, psychology, and counseling, in order to make use of available knowledge consistent with the scientific method and with the tenants of their faith.
PS 376
Social Psychology
A study of how individuals feel, think, and behave in social settings, including how people form attitudes, evaluations, and judgments of others, what causes people’s behavior, how we interpret others’ behaviors, and how our interpretations of others’ behaviors influence how we treat them. Prerequisite: SS 171.
PS 465
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 480
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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