Psychology
Bachelor’s
Make a difference as a psychology major
You can’t solve all the problems of the world, but the Bachelor of Science with a major in psychology at Trine University will help give you enough background in the fundamentals of human behavior to gain insight into yourself and others.
The degree: Diverse areas of psychology
The Bachelor of Science with a major in psychology program is one of Trine University’s more popular majors, offering a solid education in this behavior science through a wide variety of course offerings. Courses cover:
- Forensic psychology
- Abnormal psychology
- Psychology of addiction
- Counseling
- Personality
- Human sexuality
- Marriage and family
- Cross-cultural
The experience: Enhance your degree
Many students are able to seamlessly add a second major in criminal justice, one of the nation's fastest-growing job fields. You also can add a minor in forensic psychology, sport psychology, communication, criminal justice, history or many other areas. We have experienced advisors who will assist you in getting as much value as possible from your experience at Trine.
The result: Skills in analysis and application
The psychology major will provide you with:
- Competency in psychology, including the requisite skills needed in analyzing human behavior
- A broad range of research and skills relating to psychology
- Practical application of fundamental psychological concepts and principles
- Knowledge of the ethical questions that relate directly to the profession of psychology
- A broad understanding of all major areas of psychology
Graduates with a Bachelor of Science with a major in psychology are prepared to go on to graduate work in the fields of psychology, counseling, social work and other areas.
Additional Information
- Cameron Hospital Counseling Services (addictions and batterers programs)Opens in new window
- Big Brothers/Big SistersOpens in new window
- Brightport(formerly known as Community Anti-Violence Alliance, CAVA)Opens in new window
- Christian Campus HouseOpens in new window
- Easter SealsOpens in new window
- Midland County Juvenile Care Center Opens in new window
- Springhill CampsOpens in new window
- Angola Middle School Guidance ProgramOpens in new window
- Angola High School Guidance ProgramOpens in new window
- Northeastern Center (NEC) Community Support Program (chronically mentally ill population)Opens in new window
- NEC summer youth program (high risk children)Opens in new window
- NEC Child/Adolescent Residential Services (boys group home)Opens in new window
- NEC Intensive Outpatient Addictions TreatmentOpens in new window
- NEC (In-Patient Psychiatric Unit)Opens in new window
- RISE (Sheltered Workshop)Opens in new window
- Carriage House (Clubhouse Model for chronically mentally ill members)Opens in new window
- Victims Assistance Program, Fort Wayne Police DepartmentOpens in new window
- Steuben Office of Family and ChildrenOpens in new window
- Bowen Mental Health CenterOpens in new window
- Branch County Behavioral Health CenterOpens in new window
- Branch County Juvenile Day Treatment Program
Career Possibilities in Psychology
- Mental and Behavior Health Counseling
- Substance Abuse Counseling and Treatment Programs
- Probation Departments
- Victim's Advocate
- Juvenile Treatment Programs
- Community Service Programs
- Civic Organization Administration
- Graduate Programs—Psychology and Law School
Program Information
Degree
BS in Psychology
Program Feature
Lifetime Guarantee
Duration
120 hours
Level
Undergraduate
Campus Location
Angola, IN