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TRENTU.CA / Future Students / Undergraduate / Programs / Psychology

Psychology

A degree as unique as you are – get credit for tailoring your interests , exploring courses in neuroscience, emotional intelligence, sexuality, anxiety, health, development, language impairment, perception, and memory.
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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 create opportunities for interactive, experiential learning for students to strengthen their knowledge and professional skills related to understanding ourselves.

Degrees Offered:

  • B.A.
  • B.A. (Honours)
  • B.Sc.
  • B.Sc. (Honours)

Locations:

  • Durham GTA
  • Peterborough

Specializations:

  • Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience 
  • Health & Well-Being
  • Psychological Development
  • Psychological Research Methods & Data Analysis  
  • Program Website
  • Psychology Faculty

Resume Boosters:

  • Undertake an independent research thesis or practicum and work one-on-one with award-winning faculty
  • Work through real-life scenarios with case studies that explore advanced abnormal psychology, substance-related disorders or educational psychology
  • Apply the skills you learn in the classroom to a real-world healthcare setting through unique new research placement on aging
  • Work alongside researchers in leading facilities, like the Action and Cognition @ Trent Lab, the Emotion and Health Research Lab, or the Social Relations, Attitudes and Diversity Lab, where you can gain valuable insights and career connections (including reference letters for grad school or your first job)
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"What I like about psychology is that whatever I know about one person will be completely different in another person."

Kadir Iskesen

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Psychologist

Psychologists assess and diagnose behavioural, emotional and cognitive disorders, counsel clients, provide therapy, conduct research and apply theory relating to behaviour and mental processes. Psychologists help clients work toward the maintenance and enhancement of psychological, physical, intellectual, emotional, social and interpersonal functioning. Psychologists work in private practice or in clinics, correctional facilities, hospitals, mental health facilities, rehabilitation centres, community service organizations, businesses, schools and universities, and in government and private research agencies.

$20.00-$58.46/hr
Salary Range
29,000
Jobs in Canada
16,500
10YR Job Outlook
Source: Government of Canada

Career Opportunities

  • 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

Popular Courses:

  • Drugs and Behaviour
  • Abnormal Psychology
  • Child Development
  • Neuropsychology
  • Human Sexuality
  • Environmental Psychology
  • Behaviour Modification
  • Health Psychology
  • Psychology of Evil
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Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Requirements:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites

Program Requirements:

  • A minimum 70% overall final average
  • ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
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Related Programs

  • Anthropology
  • Social Work
  • Sociology (Co-op Available)
  • Biology
  • Psychology M.A.
  • Psychology M.Sc.

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