Forensic Psychology - Advanced Entry
Overview
Build on your Ontario diploma knowlege of psychology and the justice system, in this college-to-university advanced entry program. You will study the core areas of psychology: social, cognitive, developmental and abnormal, as well as research methods and data analysis. You will explore a variety of forensic psychology courses that apply psychology to crime, policing, the courts, corrections and other aspects of the justice system. You will also have opportunities to incorporate aspects of criminology, legal studies, health and neuroscience into your degree, with the objective of developing unique knowledge and skillsets.
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Admissions
Admissions
An Ontario college or Ontario college advanced diploma in one of the programs listed below with a minimum B-/70 per cent average:
- Behavioural Sciences
- Behavioural Science Technician (Durham College and George Brown College)
- Child and Youth Care
- Community and Justice Services
- Mental Health and Addiction Worker (Fleming College)
- Police Foundations
- Protection, Security and Investigation
- Social Service Worker
- Social Service Worker - Immigrants and Refugees (Seneca College)
Note: Admission is competitive. The specific average or standing required for admission varies from year to year. Students are selected by taking into consideration a wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of subjects taken and performance in subjects relevant to the academic program. Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Preference will be given to applicants with the best qualifications.
| Last year's cut-off | 70 per cent |
|---|---|
| Expected cut-off | Mid 70s |
The application process and important dates/deadlines are outlined on our college-to-university transfer applicant page.
Career opportunities
You will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to succeed in careers including:
- Child Protection Worker
- Corrections Officer
- Law Enforcement Officer
- Mental-Health Technician
- Probation Manager
- Psychologist (after further study)
- Residential Youth Counsellor
Experiential learning
A limited number of fourth-year students have an opportunity to participate in a learning experience with a community organization. The practicum is an experiential learning tool that provides students with opportunities to acquire workplace skills and knowledge, confront the relationship between theory and practice, and cultivate a sense of personal and professional development. The practicum course consists of 100 hours of fieldwork, several in-class seminars and a set of academic assignments.
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Sample courses
Forensic Psychology
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For program requirements, including required number of credits for completion, program maps and course descriptions, please see the academic calendar and course catalogue of Loading.... Courses are subject to change without notice.Forensic Psychology – Advanced Entry
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For program requirements, including required number of credits for completion, program maps and course descriptions, please see the academic calendar and course catalogue of Loading.... Courses are subject to change without notice.
