Understanding the Self
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
The course deals with the nature of identity, as well as the factors and forces that affect the development and maintenance of personal identity. It is intended to facilitate the exploration of the issues and concerns regarding self and identity to arrive at a better understanding of oneself. It strives to meet this goal by stressing the integration of the personal with the academic—contextualizing matters discussed in the classroom and in the everyday experiences of students—making for better learning, generating a new appreciation for the learning process, and developing a more critical and reflective attitude while enabling them to manage and improve their selves to attain a better quality of life.