Associate of Arts & Sciences Transfer Degree Psychology/Social Work Specialization
Effective Fall 2013
Purpose
The Associate of Arts and Sciences Transfer Degree/Psychology/Sociology Specialization Program is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree. By selecting appropriate electives, students should be able to complete the lower division requirements for a variety of baccalaureate majors. Examples of majors to which this program may prepare students for transferring are:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Social Work
- Anthropology
- Education
In order to be assured that courses transfer to meet lower division requirements at the specific institution the student plans to transfer to and the major anticipated, students should consult their academic advisor to schedule their courses. Students are also encouraged to investigate guaranteed admission agreements (GAA), available for many colleges and universities in Virginia, contact their selected college’s admissions office, and consult their selected college’s transfer guide if one is available. Counselors and academic advisors can assist with locating these resources.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, entry into this program requires proficiency in English and mathematics. Students whose placement test scores indicate a need for further preparation, will be placed in the appropriate developmental courses in English and mathematics. Although developmental course credits do not apply toward the degree, these courses prepare students for collegiate level work. Students required to take two or more developmental courses will need additional semesters to complete the degree.
Program Requirement
This curriculum should provide sufficient flexibility to meet lower division requirements for majors in psychology, sociology or related fields at many colleges and universities, and should allow students to succeed in transferring to obtain a baccalaureate degree. It is extremely important for students to work closely with their academic advisors to assure a successful transfer.
Arts and Science Transfer Curriculum
| AA&S Transfer First Semester Curriculum | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
| ENG 111 | College Composition I | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HIS | Approved Transfer History | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| MTH | Approved Transfer Mathematics | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Approved Transfer Natural Science1 | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
| SDV 100 | College Success Skills | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| PSY 200 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Semester Total | 16 | 3 | 17 | |
| AA&S Transfer Second Semester Curriculum | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
| ENG 112 | College Composition II | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HIS | Approved Transfer History | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| MTH | Approved Transfer Mathematics | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Approved Transfer Natural Science1 | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
| Approved Transfer Humanities/Fine Arts2 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | 3 | 16 | |
| AA&S Transfer Third Semester Curriculum | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
| ITE 119 | Information Literacy | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG | Approved 200 Level American or English Literature or Advanced Composition4 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY 230 | Developmental Psychology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| SOC 200 | Principles of Sociology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Approved Transfer Elective3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | 0 | 15 | |
| AA&S Transfer Fourth Semester Curriculum | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course # | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Credits |
| Approved Transfer Humanities/Fine Arts2 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| SOC 210 | Survey of Physical and Cultural Anthropology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Approved Transfer Elective3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Approved Transfer Elective3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| HLT/PED | Health/Physical Education Elective | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Semester Total | 12 | 2 | 13 | |
Total Minimum Credits: 61
1 Typical courses include BIO, CHM, PHY, GOL
2 Typical courses include HUM, MUS, ART, PHI, REL, ENG (Lit)
3 In selecting courses, students should seek the advice of their counselor or academic advisor in order to assure courses taken are consistent with transfer or career goals.
4Typical courses used to fulfill this requirement may include: ENG 241, ENG 242, ENG 210 or other courses as approved by an academic advisor.
This page was reviewed on June 11, 2013, updated on May 21, 2013. If you are looking for previous catalog information, please reference the 2006-2007 Catalog, 2008-2010 Catalog, 2010-2012 Catalog.
