Catalog of Abilene Christian University, 2005-2006 Page: 87

College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)

Political Science/ Psychology

BA: POLITICAL SCIENCE (CONCENTRATION IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND
COMPARATIVE POLITICS) DEGREE PLAN (CONTINUED)
Minimum grade for each course in major ....... .... .......... .......................... C
Minimum GPA in major ................................................. 2.25
Minimum GPA for graduation ................................................................... 2.00
Minimum advanced hours .............................................. 33
Minimum total hours ................................................................................................................... 128
Courses numbered 0"** do not count in minimum hours required for degree.
Minor in Political Science
The minor in political science requires 18 hours, of which 12 must
be advanced.
MINOR: POLITICAL SCIENCE (POLS)
PO LS 10 0 4 99 ................... ................................................................................................................ 6
PO LS 300 4 9 9 .............................................................12.. ..... ... .......................... .. 12
T O T A L ............................................................................................................................................ 1 8
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Please see the Course Descriptions section of this catalog. Courses
offered by the Department of Political Science include those with the
following designation: POLS.

Psychology
Richard Beck, Chair
ACU Box 28011, Abilene, Texas 79699-8011
Chambers Hall, Room 210
Phone: 325-674-2310
Fax: 325-674-6968
Email: psycinfo@ psyc.acu.edu
Web: www.acu.edu/psychology
Faculty
Stephen H. Allison, Associate Professor
Richard Beck, Associate Professor
Billy Jones, Professor
Robert McKelvain, Professor
Larry Norsworthy, Professor
T. Scott Perkins, Professor
Jeff Reese, Assistant Professor
Jennifer Shewmaker, Assistant Professor
Jeffrey Wherry, Professor
Majors
Psychology

Minor
Psychology

The Department of Psychology offers the Bachelor of Science in
psychology. A minor in psychology may be added to other majors.
The Master of Science degree is available in clinical psychology,
counseling psychology, psychology and school psychology. See the
Graduate School section of this catalog.
Introduction
Psychology is the study of behavior and mental processes. Students
have the opportunity to study fundamental principles of human
development, learning, personality and physiological psychology.
Students also learn concepts and skills in the application of psychology
to industrial, clinical, counseling and other work settings.
The major in psychology is intended to prepare students to be
effective in:
* Understanding the history, theories, concepts and ideas of
psychology and assessing those ideas in light of Christian faith;
* Synthesizing knowledge, creativity and Christian commitment
to fashion solutions to problems and take advantage of
opportunities;
* The fundamental helping skills that enhance opportunities for
Christian service and will provide the foundation for further
professional training;
* Preparation for graduate and professional training.
Study Abroad Expectations
All students are encouraged to participate in ACU's Study Abroad
program. Classes offered at Study Abroad sites vary depending on
the site. Academic advisors can assist students in planning ahead for
their Study Abroad experience and should be consulted during the
freshman year.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Science: 4 semesters of HS science other than physical science, or 227 on ACT
science subscore.
Deficiency: 3 hours in field other than HS field.
Foreign Language: 4 semesters, one language, in HS.
Deficiency: 6 hours in one language.
OTHER NOTES
Entering students with fewer than 64 hours and all students planning to take their first
college math course must have appropriate SAT/ACT/COMPASS scores for placement.
Consult the current university catalog for information on the schedule of future course
offerings and prerequisites for course enrollment.
See catalog for dual major and dual degree requirements.
Exceptions must be approved on the appropriate exception or substitution form.
ELECTIVES
General electives (may include deficiency); may not include developmental courses
numbered 0**; arrange to ensure 233 advanced hours.