Choosing Between Psychology 100 and Psychology 120

If you are considering a degree in psychology, you are required to take Psychology 100. Once you have taken Psychology 100 you are ready to go on to any 200 level psychology class. The other 100 level psychology classes are fine to take if you are interested in the subject area they address, but they are not required.

If you are not considering a degree in psychology, please read through the following description to help you decide which course to take.

Psych 100		Psych 120
Introduction to the study of behavior which covers contemporary perspectives and contributors, methodology, and core areas influencing human behaviors, such as biology, learning, motivation, emotion, cognition, and personality.		Study of human relations with emphasis placed on understanding social psychological variables that affect relationships, and understanding self and interactions with others ranging from formal roles to intimate relationships. Topics include: diversity, adjustment, personality, communication, conflict, and development of relationships.
+ For students who wish to get an overview of the field of psychology, its methods of research and major concepts		+ For students who wish to concentrate on the psychology of self and interpersonal relationships
+ Earns Social Science distribution credits		+ Earns Social Science distribution credits
+ Required for psychology majors		+ Not recommended for psychology majors
+ Required for students who want to take any psychology 200-level course, but not required for any 100 level psychology course		+ Not a prerequisite for 200-level psychology courses
+ For students who are required to take Psychology 100 by their programs.		+ For students who are required to take Psychology 120 by their programs.