Psychology (B.A. or B.Sc.)
A degree as unique as you are – get credit for tailoring your interests, exploring courses in psychopathology, cognition, health, development, neuroscience, sexuality, anxiety, language impairment, perception, and memory.
Psychology is the study of human behaviour, the brain, and the mind. More than that, it is an examination of how and why people act, think, and feel the way they do. At Trent, Psychology students dive into diverse topics, from personality and child development, to abnormal psychology and neuroscience, and beyond. No matter your area of interest, you will work closely with faculty who are devoted to teaching and research, and to creating opportunities for interactive, experiential learning for students to strengthen their knowledge and professional skills related to understanding human behaviour.
Specializations Available
- Behavioural & Cognitive Neuroscience
- Health & Well-Being
- Psychological Development
- Psychological Research Methods & Data Analysis
Career Experience:
- Learn alongside leading experts who are actively conducting research in areas such as cognition, , anxiety, aging, development, language impairment, perception, and memory
- Apply your learning in leading facilities including the Language and Cognition Lab or the CHAT (Cognition, Health, Aging, and Technology) Lab
- Complete a hands-on placement working for organizations or community agencies, including healthcare settings such as Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences and community agencies, such as Autism Home Base
- Complete an undergraduate research thesis working alongside leading faculty
- Problem-solve real-life scenarios with case studies that explore advanced abnormal psychology, developmental psychopathology, language disorders, or aging and cognition
Career Paths:
- Therapist
- Counsellor
- Crisis Intervention Officer
- Police Officer
- Behaviour Analyst
- Rehabilitation Advisor
- Social Worker
- Family and Crisis Counsellor
- Research Analyst
- Child Protection Worker
- Behaviour Analyst
- Statistician
- Teacher
- Doctor
- Human Resources
Popular Courses:
- Drugs and Behaviour
- Abnormal Psychology
- Child Development
- Neuropsychology
- Human Sexuality
- Atypical Development
- Language
- Impairment
- Social Psychology
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
- A minimum 70% overall final average
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
- A 4U Math is recommended
