Psychology (BSc)(BA)
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    Psychology (BSc)(BA)

    Dalhousie University
    Dalhousie University
    Canada
    Canada, Halifax
    University Rank:#275
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    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 25,724 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    Psychology (BSc)(BA)

    About

    Why choose this program?

    Psychology is about understanding how our minds work, why we feel certain ways, and how we behave. Dal is home to the largest psychology department in Atlantic Canada, which means you’ll get plenty of opportunities to be involved in research. You’ll develop an understanding of human and animal behavior and development, and can explore topics like language, mental health, forensic psychology, cognitive psychology, personality, and more. You’ll also get familiar with research methods and ethics.

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    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Admission requirements

    Minimum admission requirements

    To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria:

    1. Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
    2. Achievement of the minimum average for your program of choice.
    3. Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course).

    Admission to many Dalhousie programs is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

    Program-specific admission requirements

    • Minimum overall average: 75%

    • Academic English 12

    • Pre-calculus Math 12 (If pursuing through a BSc)

    • Three additional academic subjects (Four additional if pursuing through BA)

    English Program Requirements

    English language testing

    Test: International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

    Minimum score: Overall: 6.5, Bands: 6.0

    Submit a copy of the IELTS Test Form Report via email after you have submitted your application to [email protected] for verification.

    Test: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or TOEFL at Home (online)

    Minimum score: Overall: 90, Bands: 20

    Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from the tester directly.

    Test: Duolingo English Test

    Minimum score: Overall: 120

    Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from Duolingo directly.

    Test: Academic

    Minimum score: Overall: 61, Communicative skills scores: 50

    Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from the tester directly.

    Career

    Careers

    By studying psychology, you’ll develop transferrable skills like scientific thinking, communication, and information management. Many graduates use these skills to find rewarding careers in community and social services, human resources, student services, and forensic services. Other careers require additional education. Psychology provides a foundation for graduate programs like speech-language pathology, social work, occupational therapy, law, education, and clinical psychology.

    Possible careers include:

    • Counsellor

    • Child and youth worker

    • Occupational therapist

    • Speech-language pathologist

    Opportunities for future studies are abundant with a psychology degree. You may consider completing a Master of Science (MSc) in a psychology discipline that interests you, as well as pursuing a career in law, business, or medicine.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    25,724 / year

    Psychology (BSc)(BA)

    Dalhousie University

    Dalhousie University

    Canada

    Canada, Halifax

    Go to Official Website