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University Transfer: Bachelor of Science - Psychology

SUSPENDED

Credential

Bachelor's Degree

Duration

- 2 years at RDC
- 2 years at most universities

Location

-Main Campus

The Program

The University of Calgary Bachelor of Science Psychology collaborative degree program is a four-year program that can be completed entirely on the Red Deer College campus.

University Transfer Program

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

Transfer Features

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.

Program Cost Estimates

Admission Requirements

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:

Biology 30
ELA 30-1
Mathematics 30-1
Chemistry 30 or Physics 30
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:

Biology 30
ELA 30-1
Mathematics 30-1
Chemistry 30

Note: Chemistry 30 is required for students transferring to the University of Calgary or completing the Bachelor of Science Psychology collaborative degree program at Red Deer College.

Note: Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency in addition to the program admission requirements.

Graduation Requirements

You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies.

Related Careers

A degree in Bachelor of Science is extremely versatile, allowing students the ability to pursue many careers in almost any field. BSc Graduates will have superior skills in such things as scientific reasoning, data analysis and interpretation, hands-on laboratory skills, and research acumen. BSc graduates will be integral to advancing scientific knowledge, evolving many existing careers, and identifying new areas of work that currently do not exist.

Students are able to use a BSc Degree to pursue further studies in areas such as Medicine, Veterinary Studies, Dentistry, and Pharmacy, in addition to Masters and Doctoral designations in their field of Science.

Examples of careers include, but are not limited to:

Careers in Physics
- Astronomer
- Geophysicist
- Game Design Physicist
- Research Scientist
- Risk Surveyor
Careers in Government & Public Service
- Administration & Management
- Armed Forces
- Community Planner
- Conservation Officer
- Chiropractor
- Dentist
- Dental Hygienist
- Counselling
- Law Enforcement and Corrections
- Medical Doctor
- Pharmacist
- Urban Planning
- Veterinary Doctor
Private Sector & Entrepreneurial
- Advertising
- Consulting
- Data Analysis
- Laboratory Researcher
- Industrial Relations
- International Relations
- Project Management
- Research

Note: Some of these careers will require additional study beyond an undergraduate degree.

University of Alberta

(Please note these credits are U of A credits.)

Suggested Pattern Year 1 (Honours Stream)

PSYC 260/261 (6 credits)
BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits)
ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits)
One of: CMPT 201, MATH 202, 203, or 221 (3 credits)
One ANTH, ECON, POLI, SOCI option (3 credits)
2 Science options (6 credits)

Suggested Pattern Year 1 (Specialization Stream)

PSYC 260/261 (6 credits)
BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits)
ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits)
Junior Math or Computing Science Requirement (6 credits)
Junior Chemistry or Physics Requirement (6 credits)

Suggested Pattern Year 2 (Honours or Specialization)

Please contact the
artscienceinfo@rdc.ab.ca (Advisors in the School of Arts and Sciences), or refer to the Academic Advising Planning Guides.

University of Calgary

(Please note these credits are U of C credits.)

Suggested Pattern Year 1

PSYC 260/PSYC 261 (6 credits)
BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits)
CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits)
MATH 202 (or MATH 203) and MATH 221 (6 credits)
2 Arts Options (6 credits)

University of Lethbridge

Please contact the

artscienceinfo@rdc.ab.ca (Advisors in the School of Arts and Sciences) if you wish to transfer to the U of L.

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