Thoughts, emotions, behaviour, and the brain - they make you who you are and change how you work, live, and learn with others. Study psychology to understand the science behind human behaviour.
Psychology is the scientific study of thought, emotion, and behaviour, with a focus on the dynamic interplay of biology and environment. In this program you will learn about areas of specialization within Psychology including, social, cognitive, developmental, clinical, neuro/biological, and health. Embedded within the program are themes of wellness and creative problem-solving.
This program includes many opportunities for experiential learning, such as community service and applied research, providing you with hands-on exposure to the application of psychology to solve problems and create positive social impact. The skills you develop in this program will prepare you for employment in a wide variety of sectors, as well as for graduate level education in psychology or a related field, or for entry into professional programs such as law or medicine.
Work-integrated Learning
Work-integrated learning opportunities will depend on the area of focus you choose. Learn more about the many types of experiential learning opportunities available at Red Deer Polytechnic through the Career Education and Experience Development Centre.
Further Study
Transfer options exist for this program. Please check the existing ACAT course transfers.
Related Careers
Psychologist (after further graduate level study).
Additional employment opportunities exist (some requiring further education) in the following areas: Addictions counsellor; Administration; Advertising; Career/employment counsellor; Case worker; Child care worker; Child welfare worker; Community worker; Correctional officer; Counsellor; Cultural diversity consultant; Customs or immigration agent; Day care worker, supervisor; Educational counsellor; Entrepreneur; Fund-raiser or development officer; Gerontology; Government researcher; Health services; Hospice coordinator; Human resources; Immigration officer; Labour relations specialist; Manager; Market research analyst; Marketing; Mental health worker; Motivational researcher; Personnel; Population studies researcher; Probation or parole officer; Professional consultant; Program coordinator; Psychiatric assistant or aide; Public health statistician; Public opinion interviewer; Public relations; Psychology professor; Recreation specialist; Research assistant; Sales representative; Social services; Social worker; Teaching; Technical writer; Travel agent; Youth worker
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
31 January 2025
Start date
May 2025
Donald School of Business, Science and Computing
Red Deer College, 100 College Boulevard,
Alberta (AB),
T4N 5H5, Canada
This programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups.
Have completed your high school education outside of Alberta.
Eligibility for admission to the Bachelor of Science in Psychology program at Red Deer Polytechnic requires applicants to meet minimum academic requirements.
Students applying to the Bachelor of Science in Psychology program must have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in the following courses or their equivalents: ELA 30-1 (ENGL 095)
Bio 30 (BIOL 095)
Math 30-1 (MATH 096)
Chem 30 (CHEM 095)
1 subject from Group A, B, or C
Group A
Aboriginal Studies 30
English Language Arts (ELA) 30-1
Social Studies 30-1
Language 30 or 35 (other than English)
Group B
Art 30
Art 31
Band 35
Choir 35
Dance 35
Drama 30
Music 35
Performing Arts 35A
Note: Other 5-credit Fine Arts and/or Advanced Level CTS courses may be considered.
Group C
Biology 30
Chemistry 30
Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2
Mathematics 31
Physics 30
Science 30
Five credits of Advanced Level Computer Science (CSE) or
Alternate Admission
Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in the following courses or their equivalents: ELA 30-1 (ENGL 095)
BIO 30 (BIOL 095)
Math 30-1 (MATH 096)
Chem 30 (CHEM 095)
English Language Proficiency
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
RDP offers students with industry-relevant programming, fostering applied research opportunities and close industry ties.
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