Methodist University Online Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Methodist University Online

Methodist University Online

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Online USA

BSc

42 months

English

Full time, Part time

Distance Learning

Key Summary

    About: The Bachelor of Science in Psychology explores the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. You'll gain an understanding of psychological theories, research methods, and key concepts in psychology. The program emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical applications, preparing you for a variety of professional settings.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in areas such as mental health services, counseling, human resources, social work, and educational support. Additional paths may include further education in psychology or related fields for advanced roles, like licensed psychologist or academic researcher.

Earn one of the most versatile degrees available in a flexible format with Methodist University’s online bachelor’s degree in psychology. The program features small class sizes and research projects to provide real-world experience for virtually any career goals you may have. Two optional concentrations in counseling/clinical psychology or human performance can help customize your degree.

As a major, psychology already has some of the widest versatility in the job market. By focusing on practical experience, you’ll develop a foundation for almost any entry-level occupation or to begin graduate study. For instance, a lot of graduates enter a graduate program to pursue a career as a counselor or another field in psychology. Others either start building their careers in entry-level roles across fields like substance abuse and autism, or apply it in areas like human resources or management.

Expand your degree with two optional concentrations. The counseling/clinical psychology concentration combines two major fields that, together, apply psychology to common problems in living and to psychological disorders. The human performance psychology concentration merges two fields that encompass learning how to make systems, machines, and products more safe, comfortable, and effective (human factors), as well as studying how to enhance organizational productivity and satisfaction (industrial/organizational psychology).