Bachelor of Arts, Major in Psychology

Thompson Rivers University

Psychology is the scientific study of thought, feeling and behaviour. Students will learn how Psychology can relate to virtually every aspect of people's lives. Students will also gain critical thinking skills, as well as the skills to analyze and interpret data. Many graduates gravitate towards careers in human services, business, the public sector and education. Some carry on to master's and doctoral programs. Psychology is the scientific study of thoughts, feelings, actions, perceptions, physiological and neurological responses, and other behaviours in animals and humans. As both a scientific discipline and a profession, psychology relates to virtually every aspect of people's lives. Through research, psychology plays an integral role in understanding and predicting human behaviour. Through clinical practice, psychology strives to help people live more productive and fulfilling lives.

Faculty of Arts