The Psychology (BA) at Wilfrid Laurier University invites you to explore the complexities of human behaviour and experience, examining the intricate interplay of thoughts, emotions, and actions. This undergraduate program encourages you to view psychology through a social science lens, investigating how factors such as personality, societal influences, environmental surroundings, cultural diversity, and biological underpinnings shape individual conduct and cognitive functions. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of psychological principles, preparing you for diverse academic and professional paths.
This Bachelor of Arts degree is studied full-time on campus over four years, offering a flexible pathway that can be combined with other Laurier Milton or online programs, such as Computer Science or Policing. You will engage with sample first-year courses like Introduction to Psychology and Foundations for Community Engagement and Service, progressing to upper-year subjects such as Drugs and Behaviour and Positive Psychology. You will graduate with a strong foundation in psychological theory and research methods, ready to pursue careers in fields like counselling, research, human resources, or further specialized study.