Department of Social Sciences
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A Career
in Behavioral Science
Behavioral Science majors explore and understand the effect of human actions on relationships and decision making. Traditionally, those with degrees in behavioral science applied their skills in social work and counseling settings. Today, graduates have found high demand for their skills in the business world, as companies strive to uncover new ways to overcome their competitors. The job outlook in field of behavioral sciences is excellent.
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Science (BABS) is
designed to give students the necessary groundwork for
entry-level employment in social services or social
work, currently one of the fastest-growing fields in
the Midwest. It also provides a solid foundation for
students wishing to pursue graduate work in psychology,
sociology, or social work. Students may choose from
one of three options - psychology, sociology, or social
work - with the psychology and social work options allowing
students practicum hours of field work under the mentorship
of a professor.
- Elementary Psychology
- Principles of Sociology
- Social Problems
- Abnormal Psychology
- Elementary Statistical Methods
- General Social Psychology or
- General Social Psychology
- Quantitative Topics in Psychology or
- Methods of Social Research I
- Research Methods in Psychology or
- Methods of Social Research II
- An option in psychology, sociology, or social work
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For more information, contact Dr. S. Rex Morrow, Interim
Chair, Department of Social Sciences, Purdue North Central,
(219) 785-5680, rmorrow@pnc.edu.