Calvin
What's the difference between a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Psychology?
How do they differ and in what way does this affect career choices? #career #psychology #degree #degrees
2 answers
Linda Ann Robinson, Ph.D.
Linda Ann’s Answer
The general difference between the two degrees is the number of science courses (biology, chemistry, physics, etc.) needed by the approved curriculum at a particular college or university. Each college/university has an approved curriculum for each major with some built in flexibility - usually. Thus, you will see differences in course requirements from one college/university to another. Some colleges may only offer a B.A. in psychology while others might offer both!!
What does this mean for employment purposes, you've asked. Usually not much of a difference. There would be a difference for graduate and professional schools, however. If you're interest in pursuing an advanced degree in psychology, having completed science coursework, especially biological sciences would be helpful. If your long term goal is to go to medical school, then a B.S. would be needed (plus a very specific set of science courses for someone who is pre-med with a psychology major).
I would suggest poking around at the websites of at least 10 different colleges/universities that you are thinking about attending and reviewing the degree requirements so that you have a better understanding of the offerings at each institution.
Good luck!
