Psychology (BA)

Program Overview

Aurora University’s BA in Psychology online program can help students achieve their educational goals while maintaining busy schedules, thanks to its convenient and flexible format. Develop skills and knowledge in one of the nation’s most popular and diverse majors with course topics like child and adolescent development, adult development and aging, and clinical and counseling psychology.

Dynamic, expert faculty will lead students in an exploration of human behavior, with the opportunity to apply knowledge from the classroom to real-world settings through an optional internship. Our BA in Psychology online program features a curriculum with a strong academic core in which students hone analytical thinking, research, and writing skills to graduate with the tools they need for success in their careers.

Curriculum Overview

Aurora University’s online psychology degree program focuses on the scientific study of the mind and human behavior from a lifespan developmental perspective. Courses will cover topics such as abnormal and normal behavior, personality development, motivation, the cultural environment, and interaction with others.

Students will have the unique opportunity to apply skills learned in the classroom to real-life situations through an optional internship. In addition to offering placement support, Aurora University Online will pair you with a faculty mentor in your field who will provide feedback on various internship-related assignments. Complete your internship locally or at your current place of work if it meets the program director’s requirements.

Skills Gained in the Online Psychology Degree

Complete 120 credit hours led by expert faculty members to earn Aurora University’s online accredited psychology degree. Explore the most relevant topics for the modern field of psychology and graduate with new skills and expertise in:

• Applied behavior analysis
• Communication
• Crisis intervention
• Critical thinking
• Human behavior
• Problem solving
• Research methods
• Statistics

Why Choose Aurora?

At Aurora University, you’ll learn from practitioner-based faculty members who are focused on teaching an industry-aligned curriculum. Our online programs are designed for working professionals and built with maximum flexibility in mind, so you’ll have the support you need to balance your studies with your busy schedule. Imagine what you can accomplish at a university that offers:

• A full suite of Career Services and Resources.
• A student-first educational experience.
• Programs accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
• The personal attention and support you expect from a small college.