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Section G · College-Preparatory ElectiveUC Honors · +1.0 GPA
Psychology
UC A-G approved Psychology course delivered fully online. Covers the science of mind and behavior: research methods, biological bases, development, sensation and perception, cognition, motivation, emotion, personality, and social psychology. Prepares students for AP Psychology.
1 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person Psychology Grades 10, 11, 12 10 credits
Section GUC A‑G Requirement
College-Preparatory Elective — 1 year required
Must be chosen from additional courses in categories A–F (beyond the minimum requirements) OR from other UC-approved college-preparatory electives, including computer science, business, statistics, and interdisciplinary STEM courses.
UC Honors Designation
AP and IB electives earn 1 extra weighted GPA point. Some G electives (Statistics, Computer Science) satisfy UC quantitative reasoning requirements.
Why This Matters for College Admission
G electives are where students develop depth and signal academic passion. AI, cybersecurity, data science, and entrepreneurship courses are highly competitive differentiators for tech-oriented admissions profiles.
What You'll Learn
Develop deep content knowledge aligned with UC A-G college-preparatory standards
Apply critical thinking and analytical reasoning to real-world scenarios
Practice research, writing, and evidence-based argumentation
Complete authentic assessments demonstrating mastery
Collaborate with peers in project-based and discussion-driven learning
Build a college-ready portfolio artifact and develop AP/IB exam strategies
Course Structure
Semester 1, Unit 1Weeks 1–5
Foundations
- Core vocabulary and concepts
- Foundational skills
- Context-setting activities
Semester 1, Unit 2Weeks 6–12
Core Skills
- Skill-building exercises
- Primary assessments
- Collaborative projects
Semester 2, Unit 1Weeks 13–18
Advanced Concepts
- Deeper conceptual application
- Research and analysis
- Peer-review activities
Semester 2, Unit 2Weeks 19–24
Synthesis & Mastery
- Cross-unit integration
- Final capstone project
- Portfolio submission
Prerequisites & Requirements
Foundational course in related subject area
All students complete a placement conversation with our admissions team before enrollment is confirmed. Questions? Contact admissions.