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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

  • Psychological Development
  • Health & Well-Being

Resume Boosters:

  • Undertake an undergraduate independent research thesis or research practicum and work one-on-one with award-winning faculty or in a healthcare research placement
  • Get hands-on experience in our unique lab course in aging, which incorporates a research placement that allows you to apply knowledge and skills you lean in the classroom to a real-world healthcare setting
  • Our highly-personalized learning environment means being able to work alongside faculty devoted to teaching, which leads to better reference letters from your profs for grad school or your first job

Career Paths:

  • Psychotherapist
  • Counsellor
  • Psychologist
  • Police Officer
  • Behaviour Analyst
  • Rehabilitation Advisor
  • Social Worker
  • Marketing or Advertising Analyst
  • Research Analyst
  • Child Protection Worker
  • Statistician

Popular Courses:

  • Personality Theory
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Child Development
  • Dreams and Dreaming
  • Abnormal Psychology
  • Social Psychology
  • Language Impairment
  • Drugs and Behaviour 

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

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