The Associate of Arts degree is a two-year undergraduate program offered by colleges and universities across British Columbia and other regions. This program is designed to give students a broad academic foundation and prepare them for further studies at the bachelor’s level.
Students enrolled in the Associate of Arts (Psychology) program will gain knowledge across multiple disciplines, including the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Along with developing critical thinking, communication, and research skills, students will also build a strong academic background in psychology.
The psychology concentration is flexible, allowing students to explore different areas such as:
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Cognitive psychology
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Abnormal psychology
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Research methods
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Data analysis
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The scientific study of human behaviour
The program requires the completion of 60 credits over two years, which includes at least 36 credits in arts courses. Out of these, a minimum of 18 credits must be in first- and second-year psychology courses.
Graduates of the Associate of Arts (Psychology) degree are well-prepared to continue their studies toward a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology or other related undergraduate programs.
- Academic Requirement: The Associate of Science degree program consists of the following course requirements, which must be completed with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or greater. 6 credits in first-year English 6 credits in Mathematics, including: 3 credits in Calculus 36 credits in Science, including: 4 credits in labratory science 18 credits must be 2nd year Science, taken in two or more subject areas 6 credits in Arts (excluding English, Mathematics, and a labratory-based Science course) 6 credits in Arts, Science, or other areas
- ELP Requirement: IELTS: 6.0 PTE: 60 TOEFL: 80
Overseas International Students (Before Arrival)
If you’ve received an Official Letter of Acceptance but your initial Canadian study permit is refused, you can get a full refund of your prepayment—minus a $150 application fee and $100 administrative fee. To qualify, you must notify the College by the term’s add/drop deadline (see “Procedure” below). If you withdraw after that deadline, refunds follow the Course Drop/Withdrawal rules.
Refund Procedure for Permit Refusal
To request your refund, submit all of the following before the add/drop deadline:
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Refusal of Study Permit Form
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IRCC Refusal Letter (dated after your Letter of Acceptance)
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Bank Information Request Form (for wire transfers)
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Letter of Authorization (if someone else’s account will receive the funds)
Course Drop & Withdrawal
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Winter & Fall Terms
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Before First Day of Term:
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100% refund until the end of Regular Registration.
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75% refund during Late Registration (from two weeks before term start up to the day before classes).
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After Classes Start:
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50% refund in Week 1 (until Friday 4 pm).
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30% refund in Week 2 (until Friday 4 pm).
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No refund after Week 2 ends.
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Spring & Summer Terms
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Before First Day of Term:
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100% refund until end of Regular Registration.
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75% refund during Late Registration (two weeks before term start until day before classes).
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After Classes Start:
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50% refund until Wednesday 4 pm of Week 1.
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30% refund from Wednesday 4 pm until end of Week 1.
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No refund after Week 1 ends.
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All withdrawals require the “Request to Drop a Course” form by the published deadlines.
Medical or Compassionate Withdrawals
If you must withdraw for serious medical or compassionate reasons, you can appeal the refund policy. Submit a Refund Appeal form and supporting documents to the Bookstore. Appeals are not guaranteed; the College’s decision is final.
Required to Discontinue (Expulsion)
If you’re expelled, you will receive 50% of any remaining credit balance—unless the balance comes from your initial LOA deposit, which is non-refundable.
Unclaimed Funds
You have 24 months from discontinuation to claim any refund. After that, unclaimed funds become the property of Alexander College.
- Application Fee: $200
- LOA Deposit: $5,550
- Annual Tuition Fee: $19,200
- Total Tuition Fee: $38,400
- Course Duration: 2 years
- Credentials: Associate Degree
- Intake: September, January
Checklist
- CV/Resume (Dates of education and experience must be mentioned in MM-YYYY format)
Example: Job from MM-YYYY --- to MM-YYYY
- Valid passport copy
- Academic documents (Bachelor transcripts and certificate + Senior secondary certificate/WAEC/12th)
- Medium of instructions letter
IF ONSHORE STUDENT
- Stamped copy of visa
- LOI
- Study permit
- Canadian Address:
- Canadian Contact No: