Upper Iowa University, USA
美國上愛荷華大學

BSc in Psychology

心理學理學士

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

PROGRAMME FEATURES

Course Title 課程名稱

Bachelor of Science Major in Psychology
心理學理學士

Number of Modules 科目數量

Total Modules:  20 modules 60 credits
20科 60學分

Study Method 學習途徑

Distance Learning
遙距學習

Start Date 開課時間

The Online Program offers five 8-week classes and an accelerated, 6-week summer session each year

網上課程提供每年五個為期 8 星期的課程,以及一個為期 6 星期的加速夏季課程。

Course Duration 修讀時間

18 – 24 months
18 – 24 個月

Assessment Methods 評核方式

Assessment is based on coursework, without examinations.

以功課評核,不設考試

Support 支援

Study Materials / E-library
學科教材 / 大學網上圖書館

課程結構 (20 modules, total 60 credits)

Psychology Major (8 modules, total 24 credits)

MATH220 Elementary Statistics 統計學

An introduction to the simpler problems of statistical inference; descriptive statistics, probability distributions, estimation of parameters and level of significance, regression and correlation. This course may not be completed for additional credit by students who have completed MATH 226. Prerequisite: Pass (MATH 105 or above) or ((pass MATH 095 or ACT math score ≥ 19) and pass MATH 100) or ACT math score ≥ 24 or an alternative placement as approved by the math department or instructor approval.

PSY321 Death and Dying面對與認識死亡

This course offers a multidisciplinary view of death and dying in individuals, families, and across cultures. This course will explore personal and societal atitudes, social pratices and institutions that facilitate and constrain grief and mourning.Prerequisite: PSY190

PSY397 Social Gerontology 社會老年學

This course focuses on personal, interpersonal and societal factors in the human aging process. Emphasis is on family, community and governmental responsibility in defining and resolving problems of the aged in a modern industrial society. Prerequisite: SOC 110 or PSY 190.

PSY498 Senior Project 畢業論文

A capstone project intended to integrate the general education learning outcomes with the learning outcomes in the major demonstrating baccalaureate level achievement. Prerequisites: ENG 102 or ENG 201 and 30 or fewer credits remaining to be completed through UIU.

Electives in Psychology 心理學選修課

Electives in Psychology 心理學選修課

Electives in Psychology 心理學選修課

choose one of the following (1 module, 3 credits):

PSY323 Cognition 認知學

An analysis of cognitive processes, including attention, perception, concept formation, language, memory, problem solving and decision making. Prerequisite: PSY 190.

PSY445 Learning and Memory 學習與記憶

An introduction to the basic principles of learning and behavior in human and nonhuman animals with emphasis on applications of Pavlovian conditioning, instrumental conditioning, and basic memory processes. Prerequisite: PSY 190.

Open Electives (Any 3 modules, Total 9 credits)

Open Electives 選修課

Open Electives 選修課

Open Electives 選修課

General Education Requirements (9 modules, 27 credits)

Arts and Humanities 藝術與人文 (Any 2 modules, Total 6 credits)

Communication Studies 溝通 (Any 3 modules, Total 9 credits)

Computer Skills 電腦 (Any 1 modules, Total 3 credits)

Mathematics 數學 (Any 1 modules, Total 3 credits)

Natural Sciences 自然科學 (Any 2 modules, Total 6 credits)

Study Method 學習模式

What is Distance Learning?

Upper Iowa is a nationally recognized leader in distance education offering undergraduate and graduate degrees. Students can study in our award-winning distance learning Online Program or our Self Paced Degree Program. Students have global access, with no need to be on campus for a residency requirement. We serve over 3,000 degree-seeking students from around the world through distance education.

UIU’s Online Program offers asynchronous courses so that you can attend class anytime during the day or night. You will actively and substantively participate in discussions on course topics that enhance your learning. The Online Program offers five 8-week classes and an accelerated, 6-week summer session each year so that you never need to wait more than two months to start classes.

Why Psychology at UIU?

A Bachelor of Science in Psychology from UIU will help you develop foundational knowledge and in-demand skills that are transferrable across a variety of work settings. Graduates who earn a degree in Psychology from UIU are prepared to apply their people-centered education in real-world applications or to pursue advanced degrees.

As a UIU student, you’ll learn from respected faculty who are experts in the fields they teach. Small class sizes ensure that you receive individualized attention from faculty, engage in meaningful discussions and participate in hands-on learning opportunities.

Upper Iowa is also an approved location by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services to offer the Social Work Training Certificate (SWTC).

Entry Requirements 入學要求

  • Qualifi Level 4 & 5 Diploma in Psychology with 240 credits, or equivalent qualification.
  • You can also complete the Qualifi Level 4 Diploma and the Qualifi Level 5 Diploma to gain entry to this BSc Psy Top-Up course.
  • Your existing educational qualifications and work experience will be directly taken into account. Please get in touch with us to find a customised pathway for you.
  • Qualifi 級別四 及 級別五 工商管理文憑,總計240學分,或同等學歷。
  • 你也可以完成Qualifi 級別四 及 級別五 心理學文憑,然後入讀這個學士銜接課程。
  • 你既有學歷或工作經驗將被直接考慮在內,請與我們聯繫, 我們會為你安排一個度身定製的學習路徑。

**所有學生必須通過以下方式之一以符合美國上愛荷華大學的英語水平要求

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) 托福
http://www.toefl.com (minimum TOEFL score: paper-based 500, computer-based 173, TOEFL-ITP Test score of at least 500 or TOEFL-iBT score of at least 61)

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 雅思  國際英語測試系统
http://www.ielts.org (minimum IELTS score 5.0 and minimun score of ‘Writing’ must be 5.0).

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About Upper Iowa University (UIU)

Since 1857, Upper Iowa University has been preparing students to succeed—in the classroom and in the world. Our rich history, coupled with a student-centered mission, has created a springboard for UIU to become a recognized innovator in education.

UIU’s reputation grows from our unique course offerings, online learning programs, affordability, and the success stories of our alumni. Our dedication to students can be seen in our opportunities for dual enrollment, traditional, transfermilitaryinternational and graduate students. UIU students often juggle multiple commitments outside of their educational pursuits, and our flexible schedule helps students succeed.

An Upper Iowa University education is always within reach, through our main campus in Fayette, Iowa, our multiple regional education centers across the U.S., and our far-reaching online and distance learning programs.