Two Year University Transfer Program:

For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising.

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Through graduate studies in Psychology, students may become chartered psychologists, working in clinical settings with clients who have emotional problems or mental illness. They may also study to become research psychologists in one of the many areas of psychology. Graduates may also go on to professional studies in fields such as medicine, law, or business.

Psychology graduates generally have superior skills in problem solving, critical thinking, collecting, analyzing and interpreting data, writing and communicating.

RDC offers the first two years of studies toward specialization and honors BSc Psychology.

The courses offered in this program can be transferred to most universities. The courses you select must meet the program requirements of the university chosen.

Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.

1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:

1. Biology 30
2. ELA 30-1
3. Mathematics 30-1
4. Chemistry 30 or Physics 30
5. Subject from Group A, B, or C (Math 31 recommended)

OR

2. Mature Student

You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:

1. Biology 30
2. ELA 30-1
3. Mathematics 30-1
4. Chemistry 30 or Physics 30

Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency.