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Diploma of Behavioural Science
- Kingston, Canada
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A four-year honours degree in behavioural science for work with people across the lifespan.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Behavioural Science. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.
Career outcomes
- Human service organisations
- Health services
- Education sector
- Further study (master's degrees)
Curriculum
- Eight-semester honours degree. Courses include applied behaviour analysis
- Introduction to psychology
- Counselling and facilitation skills
- Cognitive behavioural approaches
- Developmental psychology
- Family dynamics
- Developmental disabilities and dual diagnosis
- Quantitative research methods and communication
- With field placements.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent with most Grade 11 and 12 courses at C
- U or M level
- normally Grade 12 English (C or U) and Grade 11 Math
- some programmes add science or other prerequisites. Non-Canadian transcripts are assessed by the college.
Accepted academic background
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent with programme prerequisites (typically Grade 12 English at C/U level and Grade 11 Math; science programmes add science prerequisites); non-Canadian transcripts are assessed by the college
Language tests
- IELTS 6
- IELTS Academic 6
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
How to apply
- Check the programme page for entry requirements and apply at least four months before the start date Apply online through the SLC International Application Service with an OCAS account (international.ocas.ca) and pay the 100 CAD application fee through Flywire Upload passport
- certified and translated transcripts
- diploma or degree
- proof of English proficiency Receive the Letter of Acceptance and pay the amount on it by its deadline (tuition deposit 2
- 350 CAD
- non-refundable) Apply to IRCC for the study permit with the Letter of Acceptance and upload the approval to the portal.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $20,563 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 CAD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Kingston |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | _ |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is $20,563 CAD per year. The application fee is $100 CAD. The estimated living cost is $17,059 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6, IELTS Academic 6.

