NSU 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog

265 Nova Southeastern University • Undergraduate Student Catalog • 2014–2015 FARQUHAR COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES LEGS 3050 Criminal Law and Procedure (3 credits) LEGS 3260 Real Estate Practice I (3 credits) LEGS 3300 Torts and Civil Litigation (3 credits) LEGS 3360 Wills, Trusts, and Estates I (3 credits) LEGS 3400 Business Relations and Organizations (3 credits) LEGS 3550 Family Law (3 credits) LEGS 4110 Legal Research and Writing II (3 credits) LEGS 4270 Real Estate Practice II (3 credits) LEGS 4310 Advanced Litigation (3 credits) LEGS 4370 Wills, Trusts, and Estates II (3 credits) LEGS 4410 Corporate Regulation and Change (3 credits) LEGS 4800 Advanced Practicum in Paralegal Studies (3 credits) Major Electives (9 credits) Select 9 credits from the following courses, a maximum of 6 credits of which can be in Special Topics courses, and a maximum of 6 credits of which can be in Internship courses: LEGS 4050 Advanced Practices in Criminal Law (3 credits) LEGS 4060 Debtor and Creditor Relations (3 credits) LEGS 4470 Emerging Technologies and the Legal Profession (3 credits) LEGS 4560 Elder Law (3 credits) LEGS 4600 Pleadings and the Courts (3 credits) LEGS 4700 Immigration Law (3 credits) LEGS 4900 Special Topics in Paralegal Studies (3 credits) LEGS 4950 Internship in Paralegal Studies (3 credits) Psychology Major The psychology major prepares students for both entry-level jobs in the workforce and advanced professional education in psychology. The psychology major exposes students to each of the major domains of psychology and provides students with a solid base of knowledge in each of these domains. It encourages students to integrate and apply knowledge, and allows flexibility in course selection to help students meet their career goals. The major emphasizes scientific research and application to significant areas of human activities. Psychology Major Learning Outcomes A successful psychology graduate is expected to: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the major theories, principles, and concepts that underlie the following core areas of psychology: a. Learning, Memory, and/or Cognition b. Sensation, Perception, and/or Biological Bases of Behavior c. Human Development d. Clinical, Abnormal, and/or Personality e. Social Influences on Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviors f. Research Measurement, Design, and Methodology; 2. Integrate and apply the major theories, principles, and concepts of psychology to address research and/or applied issues in the field of psychology using critical thinking skills, skeptical inquiry, and when possible, the scientific approach; 3. Present written psychological information in a clear, concise manner that is consistent with professional standards (i.e., APA format).