Explore humans: their behaviour and brains, and how they act as individuals and in groups. Gain key knowledge in areas of organizational psychology; research methodology; child development; social psychology; learning; perception; cognition; psychopathology and neuroscience. Supplement your psychology focus with other complementary studies to develop well-rounded insights and analytical skills that will serve you in any professional career or graduate studies.
The discipline of Psychology is normally associated with the social sciences, the biological sciences, and the health professions.
Through its different undergraduate programs, the Psychology Department provides: a) a broad general education emphasizing psychological theory and methodology, with an empirical basis in course work (e. g., experiments and projects); b) an appropriate background in psychology for those who leave the University with an undergraduate degree to embark on careers in related areas; and c) a sound preparation for graduate study in Psychology. Students intending to apply to Psychology graduate programs, and those who want a structured, intensive research experience, may apply to enrol in the Honours Thesis courses. In addition, students intending to apply for admission to graduate programs in Psychology should note most graduate programs require the applicant to have at least an A- average in order to be considered for admission.
Note on Honours Courses
Courses designated with (H) are for students in Psychology Honours programs. These include: B.A. Honours Psychology (PYSC, PYSC;C) major or minor and the Neuroscience (NEUR) major or minor. A cumulative average of at least 70% in all course attempts in Psychology , NEUR major or minor, or PBC major or minor is required to enrol in H designated courses.
Sample Careers
Clinical psychologist
Researcher
Social worker
Analyst
Co-Op: To be eligible to continue in the Co-op program, students must meet a minimum 70% cumulative average requirement after second semester, as well as meet all work term requirements. Please refer to the Co-operative Education program policy with respect to work term performance grading, work term report grading and program completion requirements.
