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Bachelor of Science

Psychology: General Emphasis (B.S.)

Develop a foundation for further psychological inquiry and use the principles of psychology to improve life and give more meaningful service to others.
BYU-Idaho Student Ayanna Manga majoring in Psychology.

Psychology Introduction

Build a strong testimony of Jesus Christ and His gospel as you gain a desire for life-long learning and a quality education in the field of psychology. You will receive a solid foundation in research, theory, and application that will adequately prepare you for life and successful career opportunities within the exciting interdisciplinary field of health psychology by combining the strengths of psychology with other disciplines (e.g., health science, nutrition, biology).

Highlighted Courses

Develop foundational knowledge of human behavior and mental processes through courses in cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, abnormal psychology, neuroscience, research methods, statistics, social psychology, personality theory, and more.
October 07, 2025 12:35 PM
PSYCH 111
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PSYCH 201
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PSYCH 302
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PSYCH 341
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PSYCH 342
October 07, 2025 12:39 PM
PSYCH 350
October 07, 2025 12:43 PM
PSYCH 365
October 07, 2025 12:39 PM
PSYCH 384
October 07, 2025 12:45 PM
PSYCH 435
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Graduates with a degree in Psychology have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top psychology careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.

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