BSPSY · Current · 106 CUs

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Source: WGU Program Guide·v202404·2/16/24

About This Degree

WGU Catalog 2026-03

The Bachelor of Science in Psychology at WGU is a comprehensive program designed to equip graduates for diverse career paths, including management, sales, human resources, social and community services, as well as behavioral and mental health. This undergraduate program serves as a solid foundation for those aspiring to pursue advanced degrees. The program offers a dynamic learning experience tailored to WGU students. Throughout the curriculum, students cultivate essential skills in communication, scientific and critical inquiry, advocacy, professionalism, cultural awareness, ethical conduct, self-regulation, and self-reflection. The coursework exposes students to key principles and concepts in psychology, providing a well-rounded understanding of the field and informing their career planning. Aligned with workforce demands and adhering to the American Psychological Association Guidelines for the Undergraduate Psychology Major, the WGU Bachelor of Science in Psychology program ensures that graduates are well-prepared to navigate the complexities of the professional landscape. The program concludes with a capstone project, allowing students to apply their psychological knowledge to an area of personal interest, showcasing their acquired skills and insights.

Official catalog text — WGU-authored.

Degree History

First offered2024-02StatusCurrentCUs106

Program Learning Outcomes

WGU Catalog 2026-03

Official WGU-authored outcomes from the catalog Program Outcomes section.

•The graduate applies knowledge of key concepts, principles, theories and content domains in psychology to human thought, feeling, and behavior.
•The graduate demonstrates psychology information literacy by accessing new information from a variety of sources, evaluating information for usefulness, validity and accuracy, and summarizing and communicating new information.
•The graduate applies critical thinking, scientific reasoning, problem-solving skills and an understanding of sociocultural factors to real-world situations.

Areas of Study

4 groups · 34 courses

Course groups from the WGU Program Guide. Expand each group to see course descriptions and competencies.

Course Roster (34 courses)

WGU Catalog 2026-03

Term 1

Code	Title	CUs
D389	Learning Strategies in Higher Education	4
D269	Composition: Writing with a Strategy	3
C180	Introduction to Psychology	3
D265	Critical Thinking: Reason and Evidence	3

Term 2

Code	Title	CUs
D268	Introduction to Communication: Connecting with Others	3
D202	Human Growth and Development	3
C955	Applied Probability and Statistics	3
C273	Introduction to Sociology	3

Term 3

Code	Title	CUs
D270	Composition: Successful Self-Expression	3
D564	Theories of Personality	3
D565	Cultural Awareness and Ethics	3
D199	Introduction to Physical and Human Geography	3

Term 4

Code	Title	CUs
D566	Psychology of Learning	3
D567	Social Psychology	3
D581	Introduction to Research Methods	3
C190	Introduction to Biology	3

Term 5

Code	Title	CUs
D568	Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health	3
D569	Adult Psychology	3
D582	Introduction to Statistics for Research	3
D570	Cognitive Psychology	3

Term 6

Code	Title	CUs
C458	Health, Fitness, and Wellness	4
D571	Psychopathology	3
D572	Career and Lifelong Learning	4
D203	Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology	3

Term 7

Code	Title	CUs
D573	Understanding Substance Abuse & Addiction	3
D246	Influential Communication through Visual Design and Storytelling	3
D575	Health Psychology	3
D266	World History: Diverse Cultures and Global Connections	3

Term 8

Code	Title	CUs
D574	Neuropsychology	3
D579	Mental Health Awareness and Education	3
D616	Consumer Behavior	3
D576	Industrial and Organizational Psychology	3

Term 9

Code	Title	CUs
D577	Team Dynamics	3
D578	Capstone in Psychology	4

Total: 106 CUs across 34 courses. Degree total per catalog: 106 CUs.

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