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undergraduate

Degree

Associate of Arts Degree - Psychology

undergraduate

Degree

Associate of Arts Degree - Psychology

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $12,400 CAD

  • Application fee

    $100 CAD

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PGWP

    2-3 years

  • Min GPA

    50 out of 100

Deadlines

Term start & deadline Deadline
Fall-September 31-August-2023 2023-08-31
Winter-January 31-December-2023 2023-12-31
Spring-May 30-April-2024 2024-04-30
Fall-September 31-August-2024 2024-08-31

Overview

Associate of Arts Degree - Psychology

Psychology is the scientific study of mind and behaviour, and psychologists seek to understand all aspects of human thought, experience and action. 

For example, psychologists interested in decision-making might investigate the roles of reason or superstition in people's choices. 

Other psychologists might focus on factors that influence emotions ranging from uncontrollable rage, paralyzing fear, and suicidal depression to passionate desire and ecstatic joy. 

Psychologists are interested in the circumstances that might motivate an individual to risk their own lives to save others at one moment and commit acts of great cruelty at another.  

Finally, psychologists apply insights gained through research to practical issues such as treating mental illness, increasing job satisfaction, reducing prejudice, increasing recovery from brain injury, preventing crime, and developing youth programs that enhance self-esteem and achievement.

With your two-year associate of arts degree in psychology, you’ll get most, if not all, of the requirements to enter the third year of a major or honours psychology degree program. 

Complete a specified two years (approximately 60 credits) of courses with Selkirk College, and then finish your degree at the university of your choice.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$17,620

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $6,792
Accommodation 1 bed room $5,220
Tuition 1 person $12,400

Hourly wage

Min wage

15.65 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
5.5
listening
5.5
writing
5.5
speaking
5.5
reading

TOEFL

80
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listening
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writing
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speaking
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reading

PTE

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listening
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writing
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speaking
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reading

Cambridge

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listening
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Language pathway (conditional offer) is available
Eligible to apply without language certificate
  • Duolingo English Test: 110

Applicants who lack the specific English admission requirements may still gain admission to the program with the understanding that they will successfully complete ENGL 66 Essential English course in the first year of their program. 

This course must be completed to advance beyond 30 program credits.

The Academic English program allows students to build their English language skills and earn credits that can be used to transfer into a Selkirk College diploma or university transfer program. 

No minimum TOEFL or IELTS score is needed for entry into the English Language Program. 

FundamentalIntermediateAdvancedUniversity/College Preparation
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  • 4 Core classes in Grammar, Reading, Writing, and Communications.
  • 2 Seminar Classes
  • 22 hours per Week

Business English (advanced)

Includes 1-3 approved college classes

Each ELP level takes approximately 4 months. (1 semester) to complete.

Each semester has 2 modules (7-8 weeks)


Academic background and requirement

  • Have graduated from a BC Senior Secondary School or equivalent, or
  • Be 19 years of age or over at the time of application, or
  • Be under 19 years of age but have a written recommendation from your Secondary School Principal
  • A minimum grade of 60% in English 12 or English 12 First Peoples or equivalent.

Academic Upgrading & Development:

  • Students that don't meet the requirements can enrol on the tuition-free academic upgrading program and earn high school credits.

Career opportunities

  • Behavioural Analyst
  • Employment and Rehab Advisor
  • Youth Counsellor
  • Guidance Counsellor
  • Clinical Psychologist
  • Psychology Researcher
  • Psychology Educator
  • Market Researcher
  • Gerontologist
  • Neuropsychologist

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