University of Ottawa/Université d'Ottawa

Psychology (BSc)

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Program Information

School:University of Ottawa/Université d'Ottawa
Faculty:Faculty of Social Sciences
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Psychology, General
Description:Psychology is the science that studies human behaviour and mental processes, and it has become one of the richest fields of scholarly and scientific research. The BSc curriculum deals extensively with pure-science fundamentals of psychology with a particular focus on the biological, chemical, physiological and cognitive factors surrounding human and animal behavior, preparing you for graduate studies in experimental psychology, in the neurosciences, or in health sciences.

This program is offered in English and in French.
URL:Psychology (BSc) at University of Ottawa/Université d'Ottawa
Course Based:Yes
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $36,161
Scholarships:2
Careers:Psychologists

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*73 to 76
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English  or  Grade12 Français 
  • 2 of  Grade12 Biology  or  Grade12 Chemistry  or  Grade12 Physics  or  Grade12 Calculus and Vectors 
  •  Grade12 Advanced Functions 
Calculus and Vectors 4U is strongly recommended.


A minimum combined average of 70% is required for all prerequisite courses in science and mathematics.

Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70] or Cambridge English for Speakers of Other Languages: Certificate in Advanced English [min. C1] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 86] or CanTEST [min. 4.5]

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 23, 2021