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Psychology
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Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Psychology
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Diploma in General Arts and Science
Why study Psychology at UofGH?
Degree + Diploma
Transfer Credit for Previous Postsecondary Education
Focused Program
Close-Knit Community
Industry Connections
One Location
Located in Toronto
Live & Study in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Study In + Explore Toronto
Toronto is a dynamic place to live and learn. The Greater Toronto Area is home to approximately 5.4 million people, one-sixth of Canada’s population; nearly half of that population is made up of residents from around the world.
3 million people live in the City of Toronto
Toronto is one of the most multicultural cities in the world
More than 140 languages & dialects are spoken in Toronto
Attending university in Canada’s cultural, economic and business centre will play an essential role in your program opportunities.
Our campus is serviced by four transit systems that link you to urban and rural destinations.
Explore Toronto and get to know its 140 neighbourhoods! Visit local tourist attractions including the CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum, Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada, Kensington Market, Scotiabank Arena, Black Creek Pioneer Village, Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto Zoo, St. Lawrence Market, Distillery District and Niagara Falls (two hours away).
Where else can you experience festivals celebrating food, music and people from other countries within a few city blocks? Your choices for recreation off campus are unlimited with large- and small-scale facilities and venues for sports, music, theatre and art.
Focused Academic Program
Discover how psychology plays a role in every area of society, then find your niche. Study the brain. Learn research skills. Explore the processes and factors that shape who we become by studying topics such as development and aging, learning difficulties, ethics, culture, neuroscience, cognition, psychotherapy, abnormal psychology and persuasion.
Your first two years introduce you to key concepts and provide foundational courses. In years three and four, your courses will become more focused and offer more applied study. In addition to your honours degree and diploma, you have the option to pursue one of three certificates in years three and four:
Find your niche. Study the brain. Learn research skills. Explore the processes and factors that shape who we become by studying topics such as development and aging, learning difficulties, ethics, culture, neuroscience, cognition, psychotherapy, abnormal psychology and persuasion.
You have the option to earn one of three certificates as part of your regular course load:
Certificate options
Intercultural Relations: Increase your cultural literacy and enrich your understanding of diversity in Canada.
Organizational Behaviour: Develop a greater understanding of leadership, groups and behaviour in organizations.
Research Skills and Analysis: Expand your knowledge of research methods in psychology and refine your investigative and analytical abilities.
Your final year opens up options such as completing an honours seminar or thesis.
First-year Courses
- Critical Thinking
- Developmental Psychology
- General Elective
- Indigenous Mental Health: A Global Perspective
- Introductory Psychology: Dynamics
- Introductory Psychology: Principles
- Modern & Contemporary Philosophy
- Principles of Anthropology
- Principles of Sociology
- Writing for Psychology
Note: First-year courses and the Psychology program plan may be subject to change.
Transfer Pathways
If you have any postsecondary education and you wish to apply to the University of Guelph-Humber, then you are a Transfer Applicant.
College Block Credit Transfer Pathway
Our college block credit transfer pathways allow you to move seamlessly with your college diploma into our honours program.
If you have completed a two-year General Arts and Science Diploma from a recognized Ontario college with a minimum cumulative average of 75%, you are eligible to receive up to 5.0 transfer credits (equivalent to approximately one year of study).
General Transfer Applicants
If you are not eligible as a College Block Credit Transfer applicant, you are considered a General Transfer Applicant.
Coming from a diploma program: If you have completed coursework or a diploma from a college diploma program, you must have a minimum cumulative average of 75% to be considered for admission.
Coming from a degree program: If you have completed a degree or degree-related coursework from a recognized college or university program, you must have a minimum cumulative average of 70% to be considered for admission.
Experiential Learning
0 hours of Workplace Experience
In the third-year course Applied Study in Psychology, you will integrate psychological theory and research with at least 100 hours of workplace experience.
Placements have included:
- Alzheimer Society of Toronto
- Baycrest Health Sciences (Hospital)
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel
- Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
- Kids Help Phone
- March of Dimes Canada
- Ontario Correctional Institute
- Sinai Health System
- The Psychology Foundation of Canada
Note: You may be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Screening prior to placement.
Program Overview
Take a look at the courses you will take as part of the Psychology program. Course scheduling is subject to change.
Sample Careers + Further Education
- Addiction Counsellor
- Behaviour Therapist
- Case Manager
- Group Facilitator
- Human Resources Specialist
- Mental Health Worker
- Neuroscientist
- Psychologist
- Psychometrist
- Psychotherapist
- Rehabilitation Counsellor
- Researcher
- Masters/PhD in Psychology
- Medical School
- Master of Social Work
- Master of Education
- Bachelor of Education
- Law School
- Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
- Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology
- Master of Science in Neuroscience
Note: Some careers and entry into further education may require additional study.
Mia M.
Psychology, graduated 2020
Planning to pursue a master's degree and PhD.
"Being a VP in Psych Society gave me an opportunity to network with professors and other students in Psychology. I improved my interpersonal skills! We ran different activities for students to explore psychology outside of class in an informal setting.
More about MiaOpportunities
Learn outside the classroom
As part of the optional field course, learn from Elders, community members and local mental health care service providers working among Indigenous communities in northern Ontario. Examine the successes, challenges, treatments and future of mental health in these communities and across Canada.
Networking
Take part in Common Time: weekly workshops, notable guest lecturers and special events that bring together fellow classmates and faculty in an academic and social atmosphere. Many activities are run by our student-led Psych Society.
The City Law School (LLB)
The University of Guelph-Humber and The City Law School, City, University of London have partnered to offer you a prime law school opportunity. Earn a senior status law degree in only two years following completion of your honours degree.
- Eligible for admission with a competitive average
- No LSAT
- Reduced tuition
Study in London, England, where the largest law firms in the world are located. The Graduate Entry LLB (Hons) program attracts students from all over the world—many from Canada. Follow in the footsteps of renowned alumni such as Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, Margaret Thatcher and Tony Blair.
Research as an undergraduate
If research interests you, get to know the many research opportunities inside and outside of class. Get paid and do research as a Research Assistant with instructors funded by the University’s Research Grant Fund.
- Apply classroom knowledge
- Develop skills in conducting experiments, research and data collection
- Contribute to research publications
As an undergraduate student, contribute to our peer-reviewed journal, Innovation in Psychology.
Study Abroad
Through instructor-guided study tours, you experience concepts discussed in class. Because all study abroad courses are partially subsidized by the University, the opportunities are within reach. You may also be eligible for a study abroad travel grant, ranging from $1,500 to $2,500.
Past highlights include:
- Going to nature and farm schools in Odense where children learn through nature: an example of Denmark’s unique contribution to child development
- Learning about a philosophy of well-being and global citizenship in Japan
- Exploring the interplay between sport, health and culture in New Zealand’s Australasian society
- Immersing in the Italian food experience from production to consumption in Italy, including a visit to the world's first food theme park
- Heading to the Galápagos Islands and inland Ecuador to learn about human responses to the climate crisis—exploring environmental solutions led by scientists and local communities
- Visiting areas of historical/cultural significance in Ireland to interact with academics, community groups, and agencies involved in governance, democracy and human rights
Get Involved
Societies
Societies are related to our seven academic programs and offer a realm of activities outside of class. They can help you develop leadership skills and gain professional experience.
Expand your professional and academic networks by joining the Psi Chi Honour Society. Discuss news, research, challenges and other current topics in psychology with psychology professionals. Learn about more societies by visiting our Clubs and Societies page.
Agora Fellowship
Be a part of the Agora Fellowship: a select group of students who discuss ideas and themes from renowned books in a regular forum led by Interim Vice-Provost Dr. George Bragues. Build your extracurricular experience. Every year the Fellowship takes a trip related to their current topics; destinations have included Boston, Montreal, New York and Washington.
Soka Education Research Centre on Global Citizenship
Join the Soka Education Research Centre on Global Citizenship: a global undergraduate research project—the first of its kind in the world—led by Family and Community Social Services Program Head, Dr. Paul Sherman. Explore how to nurture human potential and happiness for the greater benefit of humankind through the study of Soka (value-creating) education and global citizenship. Travel as a Research Assistant to present study results at professional symposiums.