Associate of Arts - Psychology in Vancouver Canada | Capilano University

Capilano University | Vancouver Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 21,488
(c. USD15,802.51)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

Psychology examines human behavior, cognition, and emotions through scientific methods.
CapU's two-year Associate of Arts in Psychology program covers subjects like personality traits, motivational factors, and interpersonal dynamics.
Students investigate developmental processes, learning mechanisms, sociocultural influences, and mental health challenges.
Graduates can transfer all 60 credits toward CapU's Bachelor of Arts with a Psychology Major to continue their education.

Program objectives
Acquire foundational understanding of psychological theories, research findings, and historical developments while recognizing knowledge boundaries. (Aligns with APA Goal 1 for assessment standards).
Develop analytical skills through scientific inquiry to critically assess course materials and related information.
Understand and practice ethical decision-making, social awareness, and cultural sensitivity in psychological research and applications.
Enhance written and verbal communication competencies.
Utilize both quantitative and qualitative approaches for problem-solving, including research methodologies and statistical interpretation in psychological contexts.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

High school graduation
A minimum grade point average of 2.0 (60%) calculated on English Studies 12 or English 12 or English First Peoples 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses

English Language Requirements:

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): 83 (internet-based score), 560 (paper-based score).
ELA (English Language Assessment Test): 145
Academic IELTS (International English Language Testing System): 6.5 overall and no one scores less than 6
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment Test): 70
PTE (Pearson Test of English - Academic): 56
DET (Duolingo English Test) - 125 or higher with no sub-score less than 115.

Tuition CAD 21,488

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