Bachelor of Art in Psychology

About

The B.A. in Psychology emphasizes the fundamental principles of Psychology that can be applied to solve practical problems related to human behavior and society. You’ll gain a broad education in Psychology that is relevant to many fields, including counseling and therapy, social work, education, physical health and wellness, marketing and sales, law and forensics, environmental sustainability, and human resources.  The field of psychology is incredibly diverse, encompassing all topics related to the scientific study of behaviour and mental processes. Psychologists and their work can be classified into three general categories: research psychologists, applied psychologists and clinical/counselling psychologists. Our Department of Psychology is notable for the breadth of training opportunities we provide to undergraduate students. Students in the psychology program will develop general education in the social sciences as well as specialized training.

Career Path

Graduate careers include Human Resources Specialist, Case Manager, Career Counselor, Market Research Analyst, Psychiatric Technician, Rehabilitation Specialist, Social Services Assistant, Youth Counselor, Mental Health Support Worker, Research Assistant, Behavioral Health Technician, Customer Experience Analyst, Substance Abuse Counselor (with certification), Community Outreach Coordinator, Probation Officer, Crisis Intervention Specialist, Sales Representative (Psychology-informed), UX Researcher, School Support Staff.