Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Honours) (Arts and Business Co-op and Regular)

University of Waterloo

Explore the frontiers of the mind. Examine human behaviour from a variety of perspectives, including neuroscience, cognition, clinical, developmental, industrial/organizational, and social psychology. Then deepen your understanding with complementary courses in other subject areas, such as legal studies, sociology, biology, and health studies. Want to customize your program even further Work with one of our award winning professors to design a directed studies course around your specific interest. Or get some work experience by enrolling in the co op stream. Graduate ready to make an impact. Waterloo Psychology is ranked in the top 100 in the world (Shanghai World University Rankings 2020), and its alumni are treating mental illnesses, improving approaches to education, and creating more satisfying workplaces everyday. Psychology students learn the latest information about human thought, emotion, and behaviour and acquire distinctive skills in observation, critical thinking, quantitative analysis, computation, and oral and written communication. This background is not only helpful in everyday life but also valuable in many workplaces where employees are expected to offer insight into human thought and behaviour, clarify problems, and collect and analyze data. Students can choose to what extent they develop these core skills and knowledge by choosing the appropriate academic plan or specialization.