Associate of Arts Degree - Psychology

Begin your degree at NIC and earn two years (60 credits) of transfer credit toward any BC university. Develop sought-after critical thinking and research skills while exploring subjects like anthropology, criminology, First Nations studies, English, geography, history, liberal studies, modern languages (Chinese, French, and Spanish), philosophy, political science, psychology, sociologyand women's studies.Gain a basic understanding of psychological principles, human behaviour and cognition, theories and practices while preparing for further studies in bachelor's degree programs in psychology or related fields.An Associate of Arts degree with a concentration in psychology includes 18 credits in first- and second-year psychology. You’ll take courses such as introductory psychology, research methodology and data analysis, as well as six credits of your choosing in 200-level psychology.Program highlights:60 credits of university transfer coursesPsychology-focused coursesPrepare for transfer into the third year of a bachelor's degree programAdvising support to align courses with university requirements

In addition to meeting the General Requirements of the Associate of Arts Degree, students must also meet the following requirements:

Of the required 60 credits students must complete PSY 130, PSY 131, PSY 204, PSY 218 and 6 additional credits of 200-level Psychology.