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Bachelor of Arts: Behavioural Science Concentration (3 year)

The three-year Bachelor of Arts: Behavioural Science Concentration focuses on building solid depth and breadth of understanding in the disciplines of psychology and sociology. Core to the BHS Concentration is a focus on developing knowledge and skill in research methods and data analysis, as well as expecting one term (3 credits) of field placement experience in experimental or applied areas within both disciplines. It also prepares students for entry-level positions in fields related to behavioural science and entrance into after-degree programs (e.g., nursing, education).

Profile of the Graduating Student

Understanding: Graduates should be able to articulate their understanding of individual and group attitudes and behaviours, drawing upon foundational concepts, theories, methods, ethics, and data in Psychology and Sociology, including the interplay between these two disciplines.

Research: Graduates should be able to showcase their comprehension of research ethics as well as quantitative and qualitative methodology in Psychology and Sociology that includes designing, gathering, interpreting, and communicating primary and secondary social scientific research.

Analysis: Graduates should be able to engage in scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and problem solving by integrating and applying foundational disciplinary knowledge when analyzing and evaluating diverse and complex social scientific literature, ‘real-world’ problems, and their own experience, showcasing original ideas in the process.

Communication: Graduates should be able to communicate their knowledge and express themselves in written and verbal forms, doing so clearly, concisely, and compellingly.

Character: Graduates should be able to demonstrate ethical, socially responsible, and Christian attitudes and behaviours in a pluralistic global context, maintaining the dignity and respect for all people via practices attentive to equity, diversity, and inclusion. This includes proven proficiency in areas of self-discovery, intellectual and cultural humility, and awareness of the limits of one’s knowledge.

Professional Competence: Graduates should be able to demonstrate critical self-reflexivity of their vocation alongside professional development knowledge and abilities for working in a variety of human service fields or continue to graduate work or after-degree programs. These competencies include the total sum of knowledge and skills detailed in outcomes #1-5, plus knowledge and application of ethical and professional standards, self-efficacy, self-regulation, and teamwork.

 

Career and Education Paths

The graduating student will:

  • be able to demonstrate a holistic understanding of critical, theoretical and applied domains within psychology and sociology as they contribute to ethical research and responsible practice in each discipline;
  • be prepared to obtain entry-level positions in fields related to the behavioural sciences, such as family and social services, human resources, mental health, or communication;
  • have the necessary academic preparation for the pursuit of after-degrees in areas such as nursing, education, and other related professional disciplines.

Bachelor of Arts: Behavioural Science Concentration
Program Requirements (3 year - 90 credits)

Behavioural Science (12 credits)
BHS 240 Research Methods
BHS 310 Quantitative Methods for Social Sciences
BHS 320 Field Placement 1
BHS 400 Behavioural Science Capstone

Psychology (9 credits)
PS 121 Introduction to Psychology
PS 250 Social Psychology
PS 300 Personality

Sociology (9 credits)
SO 121 Principles of Sociology
SO 220 Social Problems
SO 310 Classical Social Theory

UNI 101 The Ambrose Experience (non-credit)

Christian Formation (9 credits)
REL 105 Introduction to the Bible
REL 161 Introduction to Christian Theology
3 credits in Religion (REL) at the senior level 

English (3 credits)
EN 130 Introduction to English Literature 

Fine or Performing Arts (3 credits)
(ART, DA, FA, MU, TH, EN 100, EN 200, EN 350)

History (3 credits)
HI 140 Themes in World History

Philosophy (3 credits)
PH 125 Introduction to Philosophy

Science (3 credits)
(ASTR, BCH, BIO, BOT, CHE, ECOL, GEO, GEOG, KIN*, MED, PHY, SC, ZOO)
*Note: Not all KIN courses can be used as Science credits; check the course descriptions.

Science or Mathematics (3 credits)
(the above, plus MA)

Psychology/Sociology Electives (6 credits)

Electives
To meet senior level requirements of the program, 12 credits of electives must be taken at the senior level
     Arts and Science Electives (6 credits)
     Open Electives (21 credits)

General Requirements for Completion and Graduation

  • Completion of The Ambrose Experience (UNI 101) (non-credit; this course is required for all programs, and must be completed within the first two semesters of enrolment. Students who do not complete UNI 101 may not be permitted to continue in their program.)
  • Completion of a total of 90 credits (as outlined above)
  • A minimum of 45 credits must be taken at the 200-level or higher
  • A maximum of 42 credits taken in any one discipline (PS/SO combined)
  • A Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 2.0, with a CGPA of at least 2.0 in BHS/PS/SO courses combined
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