PROGRAM GUIDE | COURSE DESCRIPTIONS | FACULTY | SCHEDULE OF COURSES
Attorney Anthony Sanchez earned his bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences from Point Park. Read his feature story.
You're a people watcher. You always wonder why people do what they do. You love popular culture. Does this sound like you? If so, you'll feel right at home in the behavioral sciences program at Point Park University.
This program integrates sociology, psychology and anthropology courses to provide insight into the relationship of human beings to their culture. As a behavioral sciences major, you can choose a concentration in social work, industrial social work or sociology, depending on your individual interests and goals. During your junior or senior year, you can participate in an institutional practicum, giving you the real-world experience you need to transition to the workplace.
Course Offerings
You will receive a well-rounded education through Point Park's core curriculum and classes in your major. Some of the courses in the behavioral sciences program include:
- Social Psychology
- Social Issues
- Marriage and the Family
- Sociology of Work
- Sociology of Sports
- Social Inequality
- Mysticism and Society
- Sociology of the African-American Experience
Career Opportunities
With a degree in behavioral sciences, you will have the option to pursue various career opportunities, such as:
- Applied Researcher
- Case Manager
- Child Advocate
- Family Support Specialist
- Interventionist
- Social Worker
- Sociologist