COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program at Trent University offers students a structured yet flexible pathway to study human behavior and mental processes. For the single-major General BA program, students are required to complete a total of 15.0 credits, including 6.0 credits specifically in Psychology. Core requirements include foundational courses such as PSYC 1020H and 1030H, along with intermediate courses PSYC 2018H and 2019H, which build essential knowledge and analytical skills. In addition, students must complete a selection of Psychology credits from designated categories, including A2, B2, A3, and B3, ensuring exposure to a variety of subfields within psychology. The program also requires at least 1.0 credit at the 3000 level or higher, encouraging advanced study and deeper engagement with specialized topics, as well as an additional 1.0 Psychology credit beyond the listed requirements. While the BSc stream includes specific science and mathematics credit requirements, the BA program emphasizes a well-rounded academic experience, combining theoretical knowledge with critical thinking and research skills to prepare students for diverse career opportunities or further study.