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Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Psychology | Criminology | Criminal Justice
Area of study
Social Sciences
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
St. Francis Xavier University's Applied Forensic Psychology program is a unique undergraduate degree in Canada that combines clinical and forensic psychology. It prepares students for careers in social, correctional, and legal fields by integrating psychological principles with criminal and social justice contexts. The program emphasizes professional skills development, field trips, and practicum placements, enhancing students' success in graduate programs and their ability to contribute meaningfully to the complex systems they will work in.
Program Outline
Applied Forensic Psychology at St. Francis Xavier University
Degree Overview
#Program Description
The Bachelor of Arts/Science in Applied Forensic Psychology at St. Francis Xavier University is a unique program in Canada that prepares students for careers in social, correctional, and legal fields. It integrates clinical psychology with forensic psychology, focusing on the application of psychological principles and methods to criminal and social justice contexts.
Objectives:
- Understand the intersection of psychology and the law
- Gain knowledge of forensic-specific topics like eyewitness testimony, criminal law, and offender profiles
- Develop professional skills in basic counselling and interviewing, ethics, and boundaries
- Develops awareness of the complex ways social, legal, and correctional systems influence one another
- Equips graduates to contribute meaningfully to these systems
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand major concepts, theoretical perspectives, historical trends, and empirical findings in psychology
- Analyze the interaction of biological, psychological, social, cultural, and environmental factors on criminal and psychopathology
- Apply psychological principles and methods to cognitive and behavioral problems
- Develop professional skills in areas like counselling, interviewing, report writing, and ethical practice
- Integrate theoretical knowledge with practical experience and community engagement
Careers
Potential Career Paths:
- Correctional Officer
- Counselor
- Crime Analyst
- Interventionist
- Journalist
- Law Enforcement Officer
- Lawyer
- Psychologist
- Social Worker
- Victim Advocate
Other Considerations:
- Many career options require additional education beyond the undergraduate degree.
- The program is designed to prepare students for success in graduate programs.
Other
Program Uniqueness:
- Only undergraduate program of its kind in Canada
- Integrates clinical and forensic psychology
- Strong focus on professional skills development
- Opportunities for field trips and practicum placements
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
High School Students:
- A minimum overall average of 70% with no grade less than 60%, or equivalent.
- Required courses: English Language Arts 12 (or a strong equivalent in English); and three of the following subjects:
- Mathematics 11 or 12 (or Pre-Calculus 12)
- Psychology 11 or 12
- Sociology 11 or 12
- a second language 11 or 12
- Biology 11 or 12
- Chemistry 11 or 12
- Physics 11 or 12
- History 11 or 12
- Philosophy 11 or 12
- Political Science 11 or 12
- Social Studies 11 or 12
- Business Management 12
- Economics 12
- Legal Studies 12
- Media Studies 12
- Anthropology 11 or 12
- Criminology 12
- Law 12
- Justice Studies 12
- Forensics Science 12
- a third or fourth-year university-level subject.
- Applicants from other provinces or countries may have different requirements depending on their education systems. They are encouraged to contact the university for more information.
Transfer Students:
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Completion of at least 24 credit hours of transferable post-secondary coursework.
- Completion of a minimum of the following prerequisites:
- Introductory college-level course in psychology
- Introductory college-level course in sociology or criminology
Mature Students (23+ without High School):
- Minimum of 2 academic years in a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Minimum of 24 credit hours with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Minimum of the following prerequisites:
- Introductory college-level course in psychology
- Introductory college-level course in sociology or criminology
- Applicants may be considered for admission upon taking the Adult Basic Education (ABE) Test and earning an exemption from a high school diploma or equivalent.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate proficiency by achieving a minimum score in an English language test such as:
- TOEFL: 88 on the internet-based test (iBT)
- IELTS: 7.0 overall with no band below 6.5
- Duolingo: 120
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