The minor in Psychological Science focuses on determinants of human health, well-being, and functioning in a broad range of developmental, social, cultural, and environmental contexts. Students begin with basic course work in developmental psychology, health psychology, clinical/abnormal psychology, and social psychology. Subsequent courses cover such topics as social, emotional, and cognitive development in children, adolescents, adults; behavioral disorders and developmental psychopathology; counseling and therapy; cultural, social, and personality influences on behavior; attitude formation and change; health psychology; stress and coping; and psychology and the law.

Minor Requirements

The minor in Psychological Science is met by completing eight courses (32 units) as specified below:

PSY 21	Psychology Foundations 1
PSY 22	Psychology Foundations 2
SOCECOL 10	Research Design
Select five courses from PSY 100–193Z.

Residence Requirement for the Minor: Six courses required for the minor must be completed successfully at UCI.