Address: Department of Psychology P404 Duff Roblin Bldg, 190 Dysart Rd University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada
Website: http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/arts/departments/psychology/index.html
School Description:
WHAT IS PSYCHOLOGY?
Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour and mental processes. It is also the profession that applies the accumulated knowledge of this science to practical problems.
WHAT DO PSYCHOLOGISTS DO?
Psychologists and their work can be classified into three general and often overlapping categories: (1) Research Psychology, (2) Applied Psychology, and (3) Clinical/Counselling Psychology.
Research Psychologists:
These psychologists are scientists who use observation, experimentation, and statistics in order to understand, explain, and predict the experience and behaviour of human beings and animals. Some study psychological processes (e.g., Sensation & Perception, Learning & Memory, Emotion & Motivation, Thinking & Language), whereas others study topics such as Child Development, Personality, Social Interactions, Families, Organizations, and Communities.
Applied psychologists:
Some psychologists’ work involves the application of psychological knowledge to solving problems and improving conditions in everyday life. Often these individuals are employed as consultants, working with schools to improve learning and behaviour, corporations to motivate employees and improve productivity, police forces to enhance investigation, or athletic organizations to improve athletes’ performance.
Clinical/Counselling Psychologists:
These psychologists assess and treat complex mental and behavioural problems, with individuals, couples, families, and groups. They may also work at the community level to improve living conditions and promote mental health. Clinical and counselling psychologists are generally employed in hospitals, private or community clinics, schools, or correctional institutions. In comparison with psychiatrists, who are medical doctors with specialized training in the treatment of mental disorders and can prescribe drugs, psychologists more often take a psychosocial view, using ‘talk’ and behaviour therapies to treat mental illness and general life difficulties. In most jurisdictions in Canada, registration as a professional psychologist requires a PhD.
Undergraduate Program Description
Faculty of Arts – Psychology
Program description
Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour and mental processes. It is also the profession that applies the accumulated knowledge of this science to practical problems. Psychologists and their work can be classified into three general categories: Research Psychology, Applied Psychology, and Clinical/Counselling Psychology. Bachelor of Arts programs in psychology offer comprehensive training that will provide an essential foundation for pursuing careers within any of these three areas.
Program options
Degree options
B.A. Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (General) – 3 Years
B.A. (Adv.) Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Advanced) – 4 Years
B.A. (Hons.) Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Honours) – 4 Years
Interesting courses and unique opportunities
Areas of study
- Applied Behaviour Analysis
- Brain and Cognitive Sciences
- Clinical Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Research Methodology
- School Psychology
- Social and Personality Psychology
Professional opportunities
- Clinical/Counselling Psychologist
- Experimental Psychologist
- School Psychologist
- Health and Wellness Psychologist
- Industrial/Organizational Psychologist
- Marketing Psychologist
Admission requirements & prerequisites
Direct entry option
- Manitoba high school graduation, with five full credits at the Grade 12 level, in courses designated S, G or U.
- A minimum 85% average over the following, with no less than 60% in each course:
- English 40S
- A second 40S or 40U course
- A third 40S or 40U course
Advanced entry option
24 credit hours in U1 (or approved bachelors program)
This entry option is open to students who have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours of university level study. Specific program requirements will vary; details of these requirements are available on each program’s application page.
High school prerequisites
High school prerequisites: None
Many programs will require or recommend specific high school courses over and above their admission requirements. These high school prerequisites are not always required to enter the program, but they must be completed to enrol in certain university courses within it. If a student does not have a particular prerequisite when they enter the program, they may complete an equivalent upgrading course at university that will satisfy the prerequisite requirement.
More details on admission requirements, application dates and how to apply is available on the Faculty of Arts apply for admission page.
Faculty of Science – Psychology
Program description
Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour and mental processes. It is also the profession that applies the accumulated knowledge of this science to practical problems. Psychologists and their work can be classified into three general categories: Research Psychology, Applied Psychology, and Clinical/Counselling Psychology.
Program options
Degree options
B.Sc. Bachelor of Science, Honours in Psychology – 4 Years
B.Sc. Bachelor of Science, Major in Psychology – 4 years
Interesting courses and unique opportunities
Areas of study
- Applied Behaviour Analysis
- Brain and Cognitive Sciences
- Clinical Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Research Methodology
- School Psychology
- Social and Personality Psychology
Professional opportunities
- Clinical/Counselling Psychologist
- Experimental Psychologist
- School Psychologist
- Health and Wellness Psychologist
- Industrial/Organizational Psychologist
- Marketing Psychologist
Admission requirements & prerequisites
Direct entry option
- Manitoba high school graduation, with five full credits at the Grade 12 level, in courses designated S, G or U.
- A minimum 85% average over the following, with no less than 60% in each course:
- English 40S
- Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S (recommended) or Applied Mathematics 40S and
- One of: Biology 40S; Chemistry 40S; Computer Science 40S; or Physics 40S
This entry option is open to high school students or high school graduates who have not completed any university or college courses. Specific program requirements will vary; details of these requirements are available on each program’s application page.
Advanced entry option
24 credit hours in U1 (or an approved bachelors program)
This entry option is open to students who have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours of university level study. Specific program requirements will vary; details of these requirements are available on each program’s application page.
High school prerequisites
High school prerequisites: Depending on major, may include Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, Physics 40S, Pre-Calculus Math or Applied Math 40S
Many programs will require or recommend specific high school courses over and above their admission requirements. These high school prerequisites are not always required to enter the program, but they must be completed to enrol in certain university courses within it. If a student does not have a particular prerequisite when they enter the program, they may complete an equivalent upgrading course at university that will satisfy the prerequisite requirement.
More details on admission requirements, application dates and the application process are available on the Faculty of Science apply for admission page.
What is unique about this program at the U of M?
The field of psychology is incredibly diverse, encompassing all topics related to human thought and behaviour. The Department of Psychology at the University of Manitoba is notable for the breadth of training opportunities that it provides to undergraduate students. As researchers and university teachers, Psychology faculty have expertise across the full range of areas within the discipline of psychological science, including neuroscience, comparative psychology, cognitive science, applied behavioural analysis, developmental psychology, clinical psychology, and social and personality psychology.
Psychology is also unique in that students can pursue either a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Arts degree in the discipline. The primary difference between the B.Sc. and B.A. programs in Psychology is in the non-Psychology courses that students must take in the B.Sc. program. The Psychology-specific course requirements are identical for the B.Sc. and B.A. degree programs.
Graduate Program Description
For those interested in graduate studies the Department of Psychology offers both M.A. and Ph.D degree programs. Currently, the graduate program in Psychology allows students to pursue studies in the areas of Applied Behaviour Analysis, Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Clinical Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Methodology, School Psychology, and Social and Personality Psychology. Our newest program of School Psychology, at present, offers an M.A. degree. To learn more about these specialty areas look under Programs of Study.