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Psychology (Associate of Arts Degree)


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Total Credits: 60+
Credential: Associate of Arts Degree in Psychology
Program Code: ART.PSYC.ADEG
CIP: 24.0101

Overview

The Associate Degree program at Camosun College is designed to provide a broad educational experience balanced with in-depth study in specific disciplines. Students are exposed to concepts, theories and modes of inquiry in the arts and sciences. The program also encourages students to entertain a variety of viewpoints and develop social awareness within a global context. As well, students have opportunities to develop and enhance the skills essential for academic success at an advanced level. Upon completion of an Associate Degree, students will have a solid foundation of knowledge and abilities for further study or employment in their chosen field.

Opportunities for Academic Advancement

Graduates will be able to apply to transfer to Year 3 of a general or discipline-specific program at a receiving university in British Columbia. The majority of Camosun Associate of Arts Degree in Psychology graduates continue their studies at UVic.

Admissions


One of:

Learning Outcomes


Upon successful completion of this program, the learner will be able to 

  1. Communicate clearly, concisely and coherently in a style appropriate for the purpose, situation and audience
    1. Demonstrate effective written and oral communications
  2. Find, evaluate and appropriately use needed information
    1. Demonstrate computer and technological literacy
    2. Conduct research
    3. Use evaluative and interpretive skills
  3. Analyze complex information appropriate to an area of concentration or discipline
    1. Display advanced reading comprehension
    2. Demonstrate ability to analyze, synthesize and integrate knowledge
    3. Apply theoretical understanding to practice
  4. Apply analytical reasoning to  a variety of disciplinary applications
    1. Use logical, mathematical and scientific reasoning
    2. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem solving and analytical reasoning
  5. Adhere to academic standards through ethical scholarly practices
    1. Apply ethical scholarly practices
  6. Demonstrate effective behaviors and skills within a group working toward a common goal or purpose
    1. Demonstrate ability to work collaboratively

Curriculum


A student who earns an Associate Degree completes 20 courses, and each course must be transferable, in the year taken, to at least one BC Research University:

  • University of Victoria (UVic)
  • University of British Columbia (UBC)
  • University of British Columbia Okanagan (UBCO)
  • University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC)
  • Simon Fraser University (SFU)

Students should use the BC Transfer Guide to confirm transfer of each course taken.

Students planning to complete an Associate Degree in Psychology and then transfer to another institution should consult with an Academic Advisor at Camosun College for assistance with course planning.

Psychology Requirements


English Requirements


Numeracy Requirements


One of:


Biology Requirements


Breadth Requirements


All of:

Optional Program Credential Designation


Cooperative Education


Note:

A student who successfully completes ASDG 101  but does not complete ASDG 201  will not qualify for a Cooperative Education Designation; however, the student will qualify for an Internship Designation.

Internship


Additional Information


  • The course requirements for the Associate Degree program credential are mandated by the provincial government. Students must complete a total of 20 university transfer courses, and achieve an overall GPA of 2.0 (C), to obtain an Associate of Arts Degree. No course may be used to meet more than one of the specific requirements; 25% of the courses must be completed at Camosun College.

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