Psychology Minor

Program Contact/Coordinator

Rebecca Martin, Interim Department Head
Department of Psychology
Hansen Hall 029
605-688-4930
E-mail: rebecca.martin@sdstate.edu
www.sdstate.edu/psychology
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Program Information

Students who have an interest in psychology but would prefer to adapt their study as a complement to another major may choose to minor in Psychology. The curriculum allows flexibility in course selection. Thus, students with majors in a wide variety of disciplines will find it possible to design a psychology minor that is relevant to their career goals.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the minor in Psychology, students will:

• demonstrate familiarity with major concepts in psychology;
• understand basic research methods in psychology;
• critically evaluate empirical support for various theories and findings;
• apply psychological content and skills to career goals.

Academic Requirements

Psychology does not permit the double use of courses in its major with a minor.  

Course Delivery Format

Psychology courses are delivered at multiple locations (Brookings Main Campus and the University Center - Sioux Falls), and in multiple formats including face-to-face lecture, discussion, and laboratory courses, as well as online courses.