Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2022-2023 Undergraduate Academic Catalog
NOTE : For Major Requirements , see Program Handbook and Curriculum Sheets . For Curriculum Sequence , see Program Handbook .
Academic Criteria for Admission , Progression and Retention Program Admissions Requirements and Procedures : Same as University Internal / External Transfers : Same as University
Academic Standards / Grade Requirements : A grade of C or higher is required in each of the major courses including those taken as general education requirements PSY 100 and SOC 100 . The Bachelor of Science in Psychology also requires that students receive a grade of C or higher in the two natural and computational science electives required for the BS core .
Attendance Policies ( including Lab / Clinical Attendance Policies ): Same as University
Academic Progress , ( Probation ), and Program Dismissal : A student may achieve less than a “ C ” grade in only two major courses and he / she may repeat these courses only once . If a student , regardless of his / her cumulative grade point average , achieves less than a “ C ” grade on a third major course , or fails to bring all grades up to a “ C ” with one repeat he / she will be dismissed from the program . Exceptions may be made at the discretion of the Program Coordinator or the Dean .
Course Withdrawal Policies : Same as University
Experiential Learning : Students enrolled in the Psychology Program are required to engage in a practicum course , which allow students to put theory into practice , observe professionals engaging their field of study , practice their skills under the supervision of seasoned professionals , network within their chosen field , and gain valuable experience . Practicum requirements are detailed in the Program Handbook . Students should consult with their academic advisor the year before they expect to complete their practicum .
NOTE : Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from off campus experiential learning opportunities
PUBLIC HEALTH
Degree : BSPH , Bachelor of Science in Public Health Program Type : Term Program Modality : On-ground Program Accreditor : The Public Health program will be seeking accreditation through the Council on Education for Public Health ( CEPH ). Updates on the status can be obtained by contacting the Program Director . Program Director / Coordinator : Sharla Willis
Program Description : The Bachelor of Science in Public Health ( BSPH .) is a four-year program that provides a strong foundation in the liberal arts , Mercy values and critical concerns , and the foundations of public health practice . Public health is a broad field focused on the health and well-being of
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