Developmental Psychological Science specialization
Students have the option to take a BA or BSc in Developmental Psychological Science. Find more details for each program in the tabs below.
- Developmental Psychological Science specialization (BA)
- Developmental Psychological Science specialization (BSc)
What is the Developmental Psychological Science specialization (BA)?
Students will gain in-depth knowledge into historical and contemporary trends regarding human development, from infancy and childhood, through adolescence, and into adulthood and gerontology.
How can I apply?
Admission is competitive. The specific average or standing required for admission varies from year to year. Students are selected by taking into consideration a wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of subjects taken, and performance in subjects relevant to the academic degree. Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Preference will be given to applicants with the best qualifications.
Current Ontario secondary school students must complete the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U or 4M credits, including English (ENG4U). It is recommended that Biology (SBI4U) and one of Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U) is taken. To learn more about the admissions process and apply, visit our Undergraduate Admissions website.
Experiential Learning: Internships, Practicums, and Community Engagement
To learn more about the Developmental Psychological Science specialization (BA) program’s experiential learning opportunities (e.g., the practicum, the internship, and community engagement projects), check out the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities’ Experiential Learning Office.
What courses will I take?
Please visit the Psychology (BA) page in our Academic Calendar for program maps and course descriptions. Be sure to select the correct year of study from the dropdown menu in the top-right corner.
What is the Developmental Psychological Science specialization (BSc)?
Students will gain in‐depth knowledge into historical and contemporary trends regarding human development, from infancy and childhood, through adolescence, and into adulthood and gerontology.
How can I apply?
Admission is competitive. The specific average or standing required for admission varies from year to year. Students are selected by taking into consideration a wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of subjects taken, and performance in subjects relevant to the academic degree. Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Preference will be given to applicants with the best qualifications.
Current Ontario secondary school students must complete the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U or 4M credits including English (ENG4U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U), and two of Biology (SBI4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U) or Physics (SPH4U). All other applicants should refer to Admissions for the requirements for their specific category of admission.
Experiential Learning: Internships, Practicums, and Community Engagement
To learn more about the Developmental Psychological Science specialization (BA) program’s experiential learning opportunities (e.g., the practicum, the internship, and community engagement projects), check out the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities’ Experiential Learning Office.
What courses will I take?
Please visit the Psychology (BSc) page in our Academic Calendar for program maps and course descriptions. Be sure to select the correct year of study from the dropdown menu in the top-right corner.