Undergraduate Degree Requirements

The Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences offers undergraduate majors in cultural anthropology, psychology, and sociology.

Students may focus on a traditional program of inquiry or prepare for a specific career goal such as counseling, clinical research, or social work. In addition to traditional coursework, independent study, practicum, research, and supervised reading courses are also included in the curriculum.

In addition to the required courses in their major, the departmental faculty strongly encourage students to explore courses in our interdisciplinary programs (e.g., Human Rights, Women’s Studies, International Studies, Multicultural Studies, Ancient Studies, Environmental Studies, Latin American Studies, Practical and Interdisciplinary Ethics, Liberal Arts), language studies (writing, a second language, communications), and applied technology (computer skills, media, film).

Cultural Anthropology Major

Courses in cultural anthropology (ANTH) are designed to help students develop a cross-cultural understanding of the human experience and the analytical skills necessary for critically evaluating the diversity of human belief systems and practices.

Psychology Major

Psychology is the study of human behavior as it relates to individuals. Webster's program in psychology stresses the blending of theory and application. By studying psychology at Webster, you will not only examine the specific issues, theories, and science underlying of this discipline – you will also attain a broader understanding of the complexity and diversity of human behavior. You’ll get the whole context for understanding the behavior of the individual.

Sociology Major

Courses in sociology (SOCI) teach students to develop a “sociological imagination,” providing students with the tools to systematically study society, social change, and social stability; to understand the structures and patterns that shape social interaction between individuals, groups, and nations; to recognize the ways individual choices are influenced by larger social structures; to critically interpret social patterns from multiple perspectives; and to understand human diversity and cultural variation locally and globally.

Behavioral and Social Science Minors

A minor in anthropology, psychology, or sociology requires a minimum of any 18 hours of specific coursework from that particular curriculum.

All courses for a minor must be completed at Webster University. Courses completed with a grade below a C- do not count toward fulfilling the requirements for a minor in anthropology, psychology, and sociology. Courses used to fulfill a requirement for a major may not also be used to fulfill a requirement for a minor. A student may earn two minors. The minor is formally acknowledged on the student's transcript.

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