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Get inside people’s brains in this program that lets you discover why people think and act the way they do. Major in psychology alone or do a combined honours with another discipline. Start your program with an introduction to Psychology course for psych majors only, where you get to work in small groups led by mentors to help you along. You can do research and community placements throughout your undergraduate years. Our three-year General Psychology program provides a broad base of knowledge concerning many aspects of human behaviour and experience. Our Honours Psychology program includes advanced courses in various areas of psychology and prepares students to apply for non-psychology professional degrees. Our Honours Psychology with Thesis program provides advanced courses in psychology research methods and statistics and prepares students to apply for MA and PhD degrees in psychology.
Sample Courses: Introduction to Psychology as a Behavioural Science, Introduction to Psychology as a Social Science, Child Development, Social Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Health Psychology, Human Cognitive Neuroscience
Career Tracks: General Psychology: further study in social services-related diploma and certificate programs; employment in fields involving interaction with the public. Honours Psychology: further study in non-psychology professions (business, education, law, medicine, social work); careers in business, industry, government, health care, community agencies. Honours Psychology with Thesis: graduate studies in psychology leading to careers in teaching, research and practice in university, government, health, social services and private practice
Learn what makes kids tick in this three-year General program focusing on child and adolescent development. Start your program with an Introduction to Psychology course for psych majors only, where you get to work in small groups led by mentors to help you along. You can do research and community placements throughout your undergraduate years.
Sample Courses: Introduction to Psychology as a Behavioural Science, Introduction to Psychology as a Social Science, Child Psychology, Adolescent Psychology, Child Psychopathology, Developmental Disabilities
Career Tracks: Further study in educational and social services-related diploma and certificate programs or apply for your Bachelor of Education degree; employment in fields involving interaction with children and adolscents
Our developmental psychology program offers so much that is unique. Start your program with an Introduction to Psychology course for psych majors only, where you get to work in small groups led by mentors to help you along. Later, you will have opportunities for undergraduate research and community placements where you can put what you’ve learned in the classroom into practice. Work with children, adolescents, adults or seniors and choose a career path that matches your interests.
Sample Courses: Introduction to Psychology as a Behavioural Science, Introduction to Psychology as a Social Science, Child Psychology, Adolescent Psychology, Adulthood and Aging, Emotional Development, Cognitive Development, Social Development
Career Tracks: Honours Developmental Psychology: Further study in graduate or certificate programs leading to careers in teaching, social work, child, elder and health care and community agencies. Honours Developmental Psychology with Thesis: graduate studies in psychology leading to careers in teaching, research and practice in university, government, health, social services and private practice
One diploma and two degrees in five years instead of seven. That’s efficient! This program is offered in co-operation with St. Clair College. You’ll get a General BA in Psychology and a BEd at the University of Windsor and an ECE diploma at St. Clair College, making you eligible to teach JK to Grade 6.
Sample Courses: Introduction to Psychology as a Behavioural Science, Introduction to Psychology as a Social Science, Child Psychology, Teaching and Learning, Educational Psychology, Assessment and Evaluation, additional ECE classes at St. Clair College
Career Tracks: ECE, elementary teacher, principal, special education teacher, learning strategist, academic administrator
Professional Designation Possible: OCT (Ontario College of Teachers), Diploma in ECE
Why do we do what we do? Find out in this nationally recognized program that probes the three areas of BCN (behaviour, cognition and neuroscience) through the study of biology related to the brain and the biological aspects of psychology. If you’re interested in both biology and psychology, this research-based, limited enrolment program with a low faculty-to-student ratio is for you.
Sample Courses: Intro to Psychology as a Behavioural Science, Principles of Neuroscience, Biological Diversity, Human Physiology, Developmental Psychology
Career Tracks: Professional school (medicine, pharmacy, dentistry), audiologist, clinical or research psychologist, neurologist
Benefit from training in both psychology and disability studies in this program that gives you lots of hands-on learning opportunities. We offer community volunteer experience and placements, giving you an edge when it comes time to launch your career. We’re here to give you the individual support you need to succeed.
Sample Courses: Social Work and Diversity, Developmental Psychology, Introduction to Psychology as a Social Science, Learning and Behaviour, Theories of Disability and the Social Model, Historical Approaches to People with Disabilities
Career Tracks: Disability service worker, community support worker, behavioural aide, mental health worker, child and youth worker
This dual degree will provide you with the tools and knowledge necessary to understand the people side of business. You will learn how to engage and motivate your workforce to maximize profits, run an efficient organization and promote a great work environment.
Sample Courses: Management and Organizational Life, Introductory Psychology/Behavioural Science, Human Resources Management, Industrial Organizational Psychology, Introduction to Business
Specialization Options: International Business, Marketing, Finance, Accounting, Strategy and Entrepreneurship, Supply Chain and Business Analytics, Human Resources Management and Industrial Organizational Psychology
Career Tracks: Human resources manager, recruiter, training and organizational development specialist, employee engagement manager
Professional Designation Possible: CPA (Accounting), CFA (Finance), CHRP (Certied Human Resources Professional)
"Psychology has allowed me to discover my potential through research, academic practicums and hands-on learning experiences. I have been able to get involved through student organizations, facilitate classroom discussions and work alongside professors while delivering curriculum. I am grateful for the opportunities, work involvement and influential individuals I have met along the way. I hope the skills, knowledge and strategies I have gained carry with me in the field of work!"
Leonardo Anthony Pisciuneri
BSc Biology & Psychology
Explore a selection of opportunities recommended for students in your program. This chart shows some of your many options – you don’t have to do everything on it or limit yourself to it. Engage in opportunities from each of the three categories to set yourself up for success.
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Your UWindsor experience is more than attending classes. It is a combination of academics, co-curricular activities, and extracurricular involvement. By making the most of all three elements of your university experience, you will maximize your opportunities to build your skills, broaden your personal network, and clarify your long term academic and career goals.
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