Douglas College

Bachelor in Psychology, Applied (Bachelor of Arts, Honours)

Canada4 yearsTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose Douglas College

  • Small class sizes with personalized instructor interaction
  • Post-Graduation Work Permit eligibility for many programs
  • Pathways to transfer to top Canadian universities like UBC and SFU
  • Support services tailored for international student success
  • Flexible study options including online and part-time programs

Introduction

Douglas College's campuses in Coquitlam, New Westminster, and Surrey offer modern facilities set within accessible urban communities. Classrooms, labs, and student spaces are designed for collaboration and hands-on learning. The atmosphere emphasizes support, with resources tailored to help students succeed academically and personally. International students join a network of programs that blend university-level coursework with career-focused training.

About the Program

Designed for the aspiring researcher and future graduate student, the Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology (Honours) provides an intensive academic environment where you don't just study psychology—you contribute to it. This programme is ideal for students who thrive in collaborative, research-heavy settings and are eager to move beyond the classroom to develop and execute their own independent research projects under faculty supervision.

A defining feature of this degree is its focus on practical application. Beyond the rigorous honours thesis, you will gain hands-on experience through laboratory work and community engagement, including opportunities with the Douglas Psychology Society. The curriculum allows you to tailor your studies to your career goals through specialized concentrations, including Pre-counselling, Psychosocial Rehabilitation, and Disability and Applied Behaviour Analysis (DABA). The DABA concentration is particularly notable, as its coursework is verified by the Association of Behavior Analysis International (ABAI), providing a clear pathway for students aiming for professional certification or advanced roles in the education and health sectors.

This program's tuition is 15% below the typical bachelor's in Canada.

Median tuition for that cohort is17,282 USD, across 3,538 programs on Global Admissions.

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English Test Requirement

Standard Douglas College English language proficiency requirements apply; refer to the college admissions page for specific test score minimums.

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