Program

Psychology (Associate Degree - Pre-Bachelor's)


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Faculty
Humanities & Social Sciences
Department
Psychology
Credits
60.00
Length of program
Four semesters
Credential type
Associate Degree
Admission type
Open Enrolment - Additional Admission Requirements
Offered
Fall
Winter
Summer

Overview

If you’re planning to get a bachelor’s degree in psychology, the Associate of Arts Degree in Psychology - Pre-Bachelor's program is ideal for you. You’ll focus on psychology classes while also expanding your education with courses from other disciplines. This will develop your critical-thinking, writing and oral communication skills, needed in many disciplines and careers. Explore different areas in psychology, including data analysis, research methods, brain and behaviour, as well as cognitive and abnormal psychology.  

Continue your education at Douglas 

The Associate of Arts Degree in Psychology - Pre-Bachelor's  fulfils the course requirements for the first 60 credits (2 years) of the Douglas College BA in Applied Psychology. Students accepted into the AA Psychology Pre-Bachelor's program will receive priority registration.

What is an Associate degree? 

Associate degrees take two years to complete and concentrate on one area of study. If you plan your courses carefully with a university program in mind, you’ll be able to transfer all 60 credits to university. In most cases, an associate degree will allow you to enter the third year of a four-year bachelor's degree program. To ensure your courses transfer, see the BC Transfer Guide.

Get paid, full-time work during your studies 

Put your skills to work by joining the optional Co-operative Education Program, which alternates semesters of study with paid, full-time work in your field. You’ll earn money while gaining experience, building your resume and getting an employer reference, all before you graduate. To participate in Co-op you need to plan two semesters in advance, so we strongly recommend contacting the Co-op Office at the start of your program.