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Join us for a Round Dance in recognition of Orange Shirt Day from 11:50 am - 12:25 pm on Friday, September 29, 2017 at the Melfort Campus of Cumberland College. Everyone is invited and don't forget to wear orange if possible!
7Come visit us tonight (Wednesday Sept 20) at SUTIL! We will be with other post-secondary representatives at the MUCC Cafeteria from 6:30-8:30pm . High school students & parents encouraged to attend!
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Win Tickets to see Nickelback in Saskatoon, Saturday, Sept 23! Guess how many nickels are in the glass, like the College page and share to be entered to win. The person closest to the actual number of nickles will be the winner. In case of a tie a draw will be made. Winner will be chosen 10am tomorrow morning.
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Psychology
Program Start: 1 September 2017 - In Session
Credit Granting Institution: U of S
Length: 1 year of 4 Years
Overview:
Psychology is the study of behaviour and how it affects our lives. With the complexity of our modern world, psychologists fill an increasingly important role in dealing with human problems.
University of Saskatchewan psychology students can choose to pursue either a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree. U of S students will choose courses in each of two areas of study: the cultural, social and environmental influences on behaviour or; the cognitive, neuropsychological and biological influences on behaviour. University of Regina students have similar choice of classes, however, the degrees are structured differently at each institution. Please see a College Advisor to determine which classes you should be taking.
Requirements:
University of Saskatchewan:
Grade 12 with a minimum average of 70% in the following five subjects:
- One English
- One math (Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30)
- Three other approved subjects:
- Maximum of two natural sciences
- Maximum of two social sciences or humanities
- Maximum of one fine or performing arts
University of Regina:
Grade 12 with a minimum average of 65% in the following five subjects:
- English Language Arts A30 & B30
- One approved math or science
- One approved 30-level language, social science or fine arts
- One additional approved 30-level course
Notes:
You can complete a full first year (30 credit units) of a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in Psychology at Cumberland College. To complete your degree you must move to the University of Saskatchewan or the University of Regina. You must apply to, and be accepted by, the University of Saskatchewan or University of Regina to start your degree at Cumberland College.
Please see a College Advisor for academic advising to chose the correct courses for you.
Careers:
Students who major in Psychology at the undergraduate level will often seek employment in the helping professions or in the many occupations that require interaction with people, from professional child care worker to office manager. To become a Psychologist you need to complete a Masters Degree or a Doctorate of Philosophy in Psychology and then join the Canadian Psychological Association.
Your university year may include the following courses
The Nature of Life (BIOL 120.3)
An introduction to the underlying fundamental aspects of living systems: covering cell biology, genetics and the evolutionary processes which lead to complex, multi-cellular life forms.
Prerequisites:
Biology 30 or BIOL 107 or BIOL 108.
Notes:Chemistry 30 is strongly recommended. Students with credit for BIOL 110 will not receive credit for BIOL 120.
The Diversity of Life (BIOL 121.3)
Our world has at least 15 million species, all of which have adapted to particular environments and lifestyles and use energy to grow and reproduce. We examine these processes in representative organisms from all the major groups, and discuss factors influencing changes in biodiversity over time and space.
Prerequisites:
Biology 30 or BIOL 107 or BIOL 108.
Notes:Students with credit for BIOL 110 will not receive credit for BIOL 121.
Literature and Composition Reading Narrative (ENG 113.3)
An introduction to the major forms of narrative literature in English. In addition to learning the tools of critical analysis, students will study and practise composition.
Notes:
Only 6 credit units of 100-level English may be taken for credit.
Literature and Composition Reading Culture (ENG 114.3)
An introduction to historical and contemporary cultural forms in English. In addition to learning the tools of critical analysis, students will study and practise composition.
Notes:
Only 6 credit units of 100-Level English may be taken for credit.
Biological and Cognitive Bases of Psychology (PSY 120.3)
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the body of knowledge, scientific theory, and research related to the major biological and cognitive areas of psychology. The course focuses on the study of behavior dealing with the essential problems of psychology, the methods of investigation, and the advances that have been made in the fields of neuroscience, sensation and perception, consciousness, memory, learning, language, and motivation and emotion.
Notes:
Students with credit for PSY 110 may not take this course for credit.
Social Clinical Cultural and Developmental Bases of Psychology (PSY 121.3)
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the body of knowledge, scientific theory, and research related to the major social, clinical, cultural and developmental areas of psychology. The course focuses on the study of behavior dealing with the essential problems of psychology, the methods of investigation, and the advances that have been made in the fields of intelligence, development, personality, social and cultural psychology, psychological disorders, treatment, and health, stress, and coping.
Notes:
Students with credit for PSY 110 may not take this course for credit.
Foundations in Sociology Society Structure Process (SOC 111.3)
One part of a two-part introduction to the discipline of sociology, the study of society. It examines theories and methods for studying changes to the nature and organization of society from pre-modern, to modern and post-modern. Students will be introduced to core sociological concepts used to understand social inequality, social order, social change, and globalization.
Notes:
Students who have taken SOC 110.6 may not take this course for credit.
