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Differences Between B.A. and B.S. in Psychology

What is the real difference between these two degrees? Here we explain all about it.

Salman Amin
4 min readDec 4, 2020
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The first thing many new psychology students need to understand is that their university offers two-degree options: Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Science (BS).

What is the real difference between these two degrees?

Which degree is better? The two options are often the same, but there are some important points that students should clear up about misunderstandings.

Every university can be a little different, so you must take a look at your school’s undergraduate catalog and see the difference between the two degrees. Make a note of the basic syllabus required for each degree, and then look at the optional and subject syllabi that are required. Then talk to an educational advisor for more detailed information about your university degree offerings.

Arts vs. Science Degree

So what is it that distinguishes B.S. in psychology From B.A. in Psychology? There are a few courses difference between them that you should be aware of.

B.A. in Psychology

In general, a degree in the arts focuses on more liberal arts general education courses. Students who…

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Salman Amin
Salman Amin

Written by Salman Amin

Reading other’s thoughts and Writing my thoughts is my passion. Why? Because it gets me in touch with the writer’s community. That’s my goal, to touch hearts…

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