Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Psychology
Faculty of Arts & Sciences School of Social Sciences
Credential
Bachelor
Duration
4 year(s)
Program Highlights
Start a career helping others in the Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Psychology degree program at Capilano University.
A degree in psychology is one of the most popular credentials for students today because of its flexibility.
Your BA can lead to many career options, including education, health and social services, as well as graduate studies in psychology.
You’ll learn in small classes from professional faculty, with each instructor having a specialized area of expertise.
Courses focus on areas of psychology theory and research. These include classes in biological psychology, social, cultural, and personality differences, cognition, human development, mental health and well-being and applied psychology.
Some new courses include Indigenous Psychology, Community Psychology and Drugs and Behaviour.
You'll gain skills in research, data analysis, critical thinking, effective writing and presentations. You'll also boost your soft skills, learning how people think, feel, learn, and develop.
As you complete your degree, you can take part in work-integrated learning opportunities. These include work practicums, which help ensure you have experience when you graduate.
If you're searching for a career that builds communities and brings people together, this four-year degree is the place to start. Contact us today for more information.
- Demonstrate knowledge of psychology’s content domains, key concepts, principles and themes.
- Apply their knowledge of psychology in applied settings; to social issues; and in their everyday life.
- Use scientific reasoning and psychological information literacy to interpret psychological phenomena.
- Demonstrate innovative and integrative thinking and problem solving and incorporate sociocultural factors in scientific inquiry.
- Apply scientific methodologies and data analysis to interpret, design and conduct psychological research.
- Demonstrate ethical and social responsibility and apply ethical standards in psychological science and practice.
- Demonstrate competence in communication and effective writing and presentation skills.
- Apply their knowledge, skills and social cognition in teamwork, leadership, and project management and demonstrate self-efficacy, self-regulation and a meaningful professional direction.
Intakes
| Campus | Terms | Full/Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| North Vancouver | Summer | Full-time or part-time |
| North Vancouver | Fall | Full-time or part-time |
| North Vancouver | Spring | Full-time or part-time |
Tuition and Fees Per Year
| Domestic Students | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Tuition | Fees | Total |
| Year 1 | $4,147 | $1,638 | $5,785 |
| Year 2 | $4,147 | $1,638 | $5,785 |
| Year 3 | $5,669 | $1,638 | $7,307 |
| Year 4 | $5,669 | $1,638 | $7,307 |
| Year 5 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $19,633 | $6,551 | $26,184 |
Note: Fees are subject to change. Some programs have fees for supplies and equipment that aren’t included in the estimate. To get an idea of what you’ll pay to study at CapU, try out our Tuition & Fees Estimator.
Total program credits: 57.00
Program Notes
Students starting in their baccalaureate degree on or after Fall 2018 and graduating on or after June 2022 must meet Cap Core graduation requirements in addition to their program requirements.
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree must complete all requirements in the Bachelor of Arts Framework and Cap Core requirements in addition to their major or minor program requirements.
Students may obtain a Concentration in Applied Psychology by completing PSYC 430 and 9.00 credits from the Applied Psychology group as their Upper-Level Electives requirement.
Important Dates
Application Dates
Jul 5, 2021 - May 3, 2022
Course Registration & Waitlisting Starts
Mar 7, 2022
Fee Payment Deadline
May 2, 2022 4:00 PM
Application Dates
Oct 5, 2021 - Aug 2, 2022
Course Registration & Waitlisting Starts
Jul 4, 2022
Fee Payment Deadline
Aug 22, 2022 4:00 PM
Application Dates
Feb 1, 2022 - Dec 6, 2022
Course Registration & Waitlisting Starts
Nov 14, 2022
Fee Payment Deadline
Dec 19, 2022 4:00 PM
Application Dates
Jun 7, 2022 - May 2, 2023
Course Registration & Waitlisting Starts
Mar 6, 2023
Fee Payment Deadline
Apr 24, 2023 4:00 PM
Note: Dates are subject to change.
How to apply
- Check the admissions requirements.
- Check the application and document deadlines for your program.
- Complete and submit your application through EducationPlannerBC.
- Upload all your required/supporting official documents.
- Pay your application fee.
- Admissions will review your application and contact you.
Admission Requirements
For the official publication of programs, course descriptions and admission requirements please view the Capilano University Calendar.
Apply NowBachelor of Arts Degree Framework
In order to graduate, students must complete a minimum of 120.00 credits, maintain a minimum CGPA of 2.00, and meet Cap Core, program, Capilano University residency, and Bachelor of Arts Curricular requirements. Program credit requirement: one major, major/minor or two minors.
| English Requirement | Required |
|---|---|
| Must include 3 credits of ENGL 100 (completed within the first 30 credits) and 3 additional credits of ENGL. | 6.00 |
| Arts Credit Requirement | Required |
| The Arts Credit Requirement is fulfilled through the completion of 65 credits of 100-level or higher coursework from within the Faculty of Arts & Sciences that have been designated as Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences; or the corresponding transfer credits. Must include 24 credits consisting of a minimum of 3 credits in at least four disciplines outside of the major program area, one of which must be at the 300-level or higher. The 24 credit breadth requirement is waived for majors requiring courses in multiple disciplines. | 65.00 |
| Language Requirement | Required |
|
Other than English All BA students will demonstrate competency in a language other than English equivalent to BC high school Grade 11. Students meet competency by one of the following:
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3.00 |
| Quantitative/Analytical Requirement | Required |
| Minimum of 3 credits in a Quantitative/Analytical course approved by the Senate Curriculum Committee. | 3.00 |
| Science Requirement | Required |
| 3 credits of a Laboratory science and a minimum 3 credits in Science. | 6.00 |
| Upper-Level Requirement | Required |
| Minimum of 45.00 of the total credits with courses numbered 300-level or higher. | 45.00 |
Contact
Have questions about this program?
Psychology Department
604 984 4953 Fir Building, room FR401 psychology@capilanou.ca
Student Information Services
604 984 4900 604 984 1798 (fax) Library Building, room LB152 registration@capilanou.ca