Hey guys! I'm planning to take core psychology courses at UCSD, but I want something manageable with my heavy load. Can anyone suggest the easiest core psychology classes they've taken there? Thanks in advance!
Hey there,
Hmm, "easy" can definitely be subjective, as it often depends on your personal strengths and interests. That being said, a few core psychology classes at UCSD have been known to be less intense compared to others.
"Psychology 1: Introduction to Psychology" is generally considered a good class to start with. It covers broad, foundational material at a manageable pace.
"Psychology 101: Developmental Psychology" is also mentioned often. It revolves around childhood development, which many find fascinating and less challenging than other more technical subjects.
Bear in mind that the professor teaching the course also plays a big role in the class difficulty. It's always a good idea to check out past student reviews on the professors while picking your classes. Those feedbacks can give you a sense of difficulty and workload as well.
Pro tip: you might find it helpful to take advantage of the school's pass/no pass option for one or more of your classes when you have a particularly demanding semester.
Remember, the best way to ensure you do well is to stay organized, seek out resources like study groups or office hours, and to balance your courseload!
Hope this helps, and good luck with your studies!
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