Forensic Psychology - GAS Transfer
Overview
Enhance your Durham College GAS Certificate by applying the principles of scientific methods of psychology, in this general arts and science transfer 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 skill sets.
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Admissions
Admissions
Students who have successfully completed a General Arts and Science Certificate - Ontario Tech Liberal Arts Transfer/University Transfer (Forensics) option at Durham College may apply for direct admission into the second year of the Forensic Psychology program. Eligible applicants must achieve a minimum grade of 70 per cent in each prerequisite course with an overall average of 77 per cent or higher.
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 | 77 per cent |
|---|---|
| Expected cut-off | High 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 – GAS Transfer
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.
