Behavioral Science, B.S.
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Program Title
Behavioral Science, B.S.
Program Code
BS_BHSC_N
Department(s)
College/School
School of Soc & Behavioral Sci
Program Level
Undergraduate
Program Description
The Behavioral Science multidisciplinary major primarily uses Psychology and Sociology as its foundation to explore human behavior. Students may select concentrations in Community Health, Gerontology, and Health Services Management. Additionally, this major is a perfect choice for students who are interested in careers in teaching.
The program provides a combination of structure and flexibility, including four required courses and eight major elective courses, making it a feasible choice for transfer students. When selecting major elective courses, students may tailor the program to their particular interests and career goals. Whether you're interested in education, dispute resolution, helping aging populations, or improving healthcare, this program offers many opportunities for career development through credit-earning internships at a variety of NYC area worksites.
The program provides a combination of structure and flexibility, including four required courses and eight major elective courses, making it a feasible choice for transfer students. When selecting major elective courses, students may tailor the program to their particular interests and career goals. Whether you're interested in education, dispute resolution, helping aging populations, or improving healthcare, this program offers many opportunities for career development through credit-earning internships at a variety of NYC area worksites.
Program Information
Sarah Hahn, Ph.D., Program Director
914-674-7480
shahn@mercy.edu
Note(s)
At least two major courses in psychology and two major courses in sociology must be completed in residence at Mercy University. course - Stats Socl/Behv Sciences is recommended for students planning to attend graduate school. course/course/course Internship is recommended.
There is an 18-credit residency requirement in the major concentration of behavioral science.
course and course are Prerequisites for the major courses in psychology and sociology and fulfill part of the General Education requirements.