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Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Bachelor of Science in Psychology
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Credential
Bachelor's Degree
Duration

4 Years

Location
Main Campus
The Program

Psychology is the scientific study of thought, emotion, and behaviour; with a focus on the dynamic interplay of biology and environment. Red Deer Polytechnic offers both Bachelor of Arts in Psychology or Bachelor of Science in Psychology.  Students will acquire knowledge of various areas of specialization within Psychology (e.g., social, cognitive, developmental, clinical, neuro/biological, health); embedded within the program are themes of wellness and creative problem-solving. Experiential learning such as community service and applied research provide valuable hands-on exposure to the application of psychology to solve problems and create positive social impact. Research in and application of psychology are valued within a wide variety of contexts such as universities, schools, hospitals, clinics, legal professions, corporations, and non-profit organisations. Skills developed by psychology students (e.g., critical thinking, academic writing, research and analysis, the scientific method, interpersonal communication, and emotional intelligence) prepare them for future employment in a wide variety of contexts, as well as for graduate level education in psychology or a related field, or for entry into professional programs (e.g., law and medicine).

At the end of a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Red Deer Polytechnic, students will be able to:

  1. Recognize the provisional nature, inherent complexity, and ambiguity of knowledge.
  2. Engage in scholarly inquiry to identify and investigate theoretical and applied questions using disciplinary methods and dissemination mechanisms.
  3. Demonstrate detailed knowledge in one or more specializations and integrate knowledge and perspectives across disciplinary boundaries.
  4. Demonstrate intellectual integrity and academic accountability.
  5.  Reflect on diverse socio-cultural forces, and the importance of inclusive attitudes and practices.
  6. Analyse and interpret historical and contemporary events, texts, and data within and across disciplines.
  7. Demonstrate collaborative, independent, and inclusive attitudes and practices.
  8. Approach global and local issues from a critical and theoretically informed viewpoint.
  9. Recognize wellness as part of the human condition.
Program Content

The degree pathway for the Bachelor of Science in Psychology is:

Students in the Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree program achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 and complete a minimum of 120 credits with at least (all courses are 3 credits unless otherwise noted):

  • 102 Credits in Arts and Sciences minimum with a maximum of 72 Credits in Psychology
  • 45 Credits in Psychology (minimum) including:
    • PSYC 260
    • PSYC 261
    • PSYC 313
    • PSYC 314
    • PSYC 341
    • PSYC 353 OR PSYC 357
    • PSYC 375
    • PSYC 358 OR PSYC 369
    • PSYC 383 OR PSYC 389
    • PSYC 4705
  • 9 Credits (3 courses) from PSYC 3201, PSYC 3301, PSYC 3401, PSYC 3501, PSYC 3601
  • 6 Credits (2 courses) of additional Psychology courses. 
  • 3 Credits ENGL 219
  • 9 credits Social Science (non-PSYC) university-level electives
  • 3 Credits Indigenous knowledge university-level elective
  • 3 Credits Wellness university-level elective
  • 6 Credits Humanities university-level electives
  • 21 Credits Science for Bachelor of Science including: BIOL 217 and BIOL 218, one of BIOL 317 or BIOL 318; one of MATH 202 or MATH 203 or MATH 221; and 3 Courses from a specified list of Science courses (see Program Planning Guides)
  • 15 Credits from Arts and Science electives to a minimum of 102 Credits in Arts and Science courses
  • Additional university-level electives to 120 credits required for graduation

 

Transfer Features

Existing ACAT course transfers.

    Admission Requirements

    Students applying to the Bachelor of Science in Psychology, program must have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:

    • ELA 30-1
    • Bio 30
    • Math 30-1
    • Chem 30
    • 1 subject from Group A, B, or C

    OR

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

    • ELA 30-1
    • BIO 30
    • Math 30-1 
    • Chem 30
    Graduation Requirements

    Students in the Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree program achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 and complete a minimum of 120 credits. 

    Related Careers

    Psychologist (after further graduate level study). Additional employment opportunities exist (some requiring further education) in the following areas: Addictions counsellor; Administration; Advertising; Career/employment counsellor; Case worker;Child care worker; Child welfare worker; Community worker; Correctional officer; Counsellor; Cultural diversity consultant; Customs or immigration agent; Day care worker, supervisor; Educational counsellor; Entrepreneur; Fund-raiser or development officer; Gerontology; Government researcher; Health services; Hospice coordinator; Human resources; Immigration officer; Labour relations specialist; Manager; Market research analyst; Marketing; Mental health worker; Motivational researcher; Personnel; Population studies researcher; Probation or parole officer; Professional consultant; Program coordinator; Psychiatric assistant or aide; Public health statistician; Public opinion interviewer; Public relations; Psychology professor; Recreation specialist; Research assistant; Sales representative; Social services; Social worker; Teaching; Technical writer; Travel agent; Youth worker