PSYC 321 Jungian Psychology: Basic Concepts
This course explores the basic concepts of the analytical psychology of C.G. Jung, including the collective unconscious, archetypes, complexes, psychological types and symbols. Local Jungian analysts and psychotherapists act as guest speakers and students are encouraged to apply these concepts to mental and emotional health issues and the individuation process.
Prerequisites
2 Undergraduate credits
Effective August 1, 1998 to present
Meets graduation requirements for
Learning outcomes
General
- Application to areas such as counseling and clinical settings will be required.
- Student will learn historical and contemporary analysis of the theory.
- Student will learn the Jungian school of thought within psychology.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum
Goal 5: History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Employ the methods and data that historians and social and behavioral scientists use to investigate the human condition.
- Examine social institutions and processes across a range of historical periods and cultures.
- Use and critique alternative explanatory systems or theories.
- Develop and communicate alternative explanations or solutions for contemporary social issues.