Academic faculty/school: Faculty of Arts. This Bachelor of Arts in Psychology offers a broad and flexible curriculum for students interested in how people think, feel, and behave. The program covers a wide range of topics, including infant, childhood, and adolescent development, aging and memory, language, speech, and culture, and more. Core requirements include foundational courses like Basic Psychological Processes (PSYCH 104) and Individual and Social Behavior (PSYCH 105), along with Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology (PSYCH 212) and Introduction to Data Analysis in Psychology I (PSYCH 213). Students then choose from various senior-level courses across different subfields such as Lifespan Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Social Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Brain and Behavior, and Behavior Modification. The program allows for a unique path of study due to the extensive course offerings and the option to pursue a Major or Honors in Psychology. Students in the Honors program gain experience conceptualizing, conducting, and disseminating original research.

The BA in Psychology equips graduates with highly transferable skills, including critical thinking, research design and analysis, problem-solving, communication, and an understanding of human behavior. These skills are valuable across a wide range of sectors. Graduates are well-prepared for entry-level positions or further graduate studies in various fields. While becoming a licensed psychologist requires a master's or doctoral degree, this program provides an excellent foundation. Career options include: Addiction Counselor, Career Development Professional, Child & Youth Care Worker, Crisis Counselor, Employment Counselor, Group Home Coordinator, Human Resources, Marketing, Research Assistant, Social Services, and roles in mental health support. The university emphasizes professional experience through paid Work Experience opportunities (like the Arts Work Experience Program for 4, 8, or 12-month internships) and has a strong record of graduate employability, ranking in the top 5 in Canada and top 100 globally.

The University of Alberta is a globally recognized institution, ranked among the Top 100 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025) and #6 in the world for global impact (Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024), reflecting its commitment to sustainability and solving global challenges. The Psychology program offers extensive course choices, allowing students to tailor their studies to their interests. Students can gain professional experience and make valuable connections through full-time, paid Work Experience opportunities, including internships and community service-learning. The North Campus is the university's largest and most historic, located near the heart of Edmonton, offering a vibrant urban student experience with access to extensive recreational facilities.