General Arts and Science – Liberal Arts Ontario Tech University Transfer – Forensics

Program Overview

This two-semester General Arts and Science Liberal Arts Ontario Tech University (Ontario Tech) Transfer pathway is designed for individuals interested in pursuing advanced standing into the second year of Ontario Tech’s Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Forensic Psychology. Note that students must complete BIOL 1841U – Essentials of Biology during their first semester of study at Ontario Tech or during the preceding spring/summer term. This pathway provides opportunities to refine essential academic skills and develop the foundational knowledge needed to help ensure success in subsequent post-secondary studies. This includes strengthening one’s critical thinking and problem solving abilities as well as increasing one’s social science knowledge, particularly with respect to psychology. Furthermore, this program allows students to familiarize themselves with post-secondary life, workload, expectations, and surroundings.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
Grade 12 English (C or U)

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Tuition

Year one domestic: $2,722 (CAD)
Year one international: $13,852 (CAD)

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Semester 1 Courses

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Pathways

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Technology recommendations

To help students succeed in programs with remote learning requirements, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified minimum technology recommendations. While these are not program requirements, these suggestions will help ensure students have the right tools to support a quality remote learning experience.

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Intakes and Availability

Date	Domestic Availability	International Availability
September 2022	Open	Open

Career Options

As a graduate, you may use your newly acquired skillset to pursue employment opportunities or to further your studies in other college diploma, advanced diploma, or university degree programs.

PLEASE NOTE:

It is each student’s responsibility to ensure that the courses they register in are appropriate for the stated admission requirements for future program choices.
Successful completion of the GASF certificate does not guarantee admission into Ontario Tech or other post-secondary programs.
Each educational institution determines its own admission requirements. If you plan to attend any university other than Ontario Tech or plan to continue your studies at a college, please ensure that the courses taken meet that institution’s admission requirements.
Students must complete BIOL 1841U – Essentials of Biology during their first semester of study at Ontario Tech or during the preceding spring/summer term.
The student advisor offers individual academic planning assistance; students are strongly encouraged to meet with their advisor before selecting their courses.

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Program Details

This two-semester General Arts and Science Liberal Arts Ontario Tech University Transfer pathway is designed for individuals interested in pursuing studies in Ontario Tech’s Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Forensic Psychology.

Students have many opportunities to refine essential academic skills and develop the foundational knowledge needed to help ensure success in subsequent post-secondary studies. This pathway program assists students in strengthening their critical thinking and communication skills, increasing their knowledge of the social sciences (particularly with respect to psychology), and familiarizing themselves with the rigors and opportunities of post-secondary life.

Students will be required to complete six courses per semester (12 courses in total). Topics and subject areas include academic preparation, critical thinking, computer skills, communications, psychology, and sociology, among others.

Graduates of this pathway who have completed the requisite courses with a minimum average grade of at least ‘B+’ (77-79 per cent), with no individual course below ‘B-’ (70-72 per cent), may apply for admission into Year 2 of the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Forensic Psychology program.

The student advisor offers individual academic planning assistance; students are strongly encouraged to meet with their advisor before selecting courses. Some General Arts and Science courses are also transferable to other post-secondary programs.

PLEASE NOTE:

It is each student’s responsibility to ensure that the courses they register in are appropriate for the stated admission requirements for future program choices.
Successful completion of the GASF certificate does not guarantee admission into Ontario Tech or other post-secondary programs.
Each educational institution determines its own admission requirements. If you plan to attend any university other than Ontario Tech or plan to continue your studies at another college, please ensure that the courses taken meet that institution’s admission requirements.
All GASF students transferring to Ontario Tech’s Forensic Psychology program must complete BIOL 1841U – Essentials of Biology during their first semester of study at Ontario Tech or during the preceding spring/summer term.
The student advisor offers individual academic planning assistance; students are strongly encouraged to meet with their advisor before selecting their courses.

Program Learning Outcomes

Design ongoing strategies and plans for personal, academic and career development.
Acquire specific academic skills which are needed for success in a future program of studies.
Develop, through general knowledge gained in a wide range of subjects, insight into both self and society.
Extend flexibility and clarity of both thought and expression in order to increase communications competence to a level required by business and industry.
Understand and utilize critical thinking processes and problem solving techniques
Examine and evaluate various aspects of our changing society to assist in developing a sense of personal and social responsibility as a citizen in society.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
Grade 12 English (C or U)

Courses

The courses listed below are for incoming students. If you are a current student, please refer to your program of study for the year you began your program. Your program of study can be found on MyDC.

Semester 1

Semester 2

Courses and course descriptions are subject to change. Please note that as a result of COVID-19 the 2022-23 program of study may be modified to accommodate program delivery changes.

Costs

Career Options

As a graduate, you may use your newly acquired skillset to pursue employment opportunities or to further your studies in other college diploma, advanced diploma, or university degree programs.

PLEASE NOTE:

It is each student’s responsibility to ensure that the courses they register in are appropriate for the stated admission requirements for future program choices.
Successful completion of the GASF certificate does not guarantee admission into Ontario Tech or other post-secondary programs.
Each educational institution determines its own admission requirements. If you plan to attend any university other than Ontario Tech or plan to continue your studies at a college, please ensure that the courses taken meet that institution’s admission requirements.
Students must complete BIOL 1841U – Essentials of Biology during their first semester of study at Ontario Tech or during the preceding spring/summer term.
The student advisor offers individual academic planning assistance; students are strongly encouraged to meet with their advisor before selecting their courses.

Program Transfer, Degree Completion and Additional Credentials

Qualified graduates can apply to Ontario Tech’s Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Forensics and other liberal arts programs, and may also be eligible to apply their academic credits towards further study through Durham College’s partnerships with many Canadian and international colleges and universities.

Please visit our pathways page to learn more about how you can transfer your credits towards a degree.

Technology Recommendations

To help students have the best remote learning experience possible, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified technology recommendations for each program based on course needs and software requirements. While not required, students may want to consider these suggestions if they are purchasing a computer or laptop for the upcoming academic year.

Processor: i3
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 256GB SSD
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Professional or Education x64 SP1
Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 11 or Google Chrome (newest version) or Firefox (newest version)
Network Adapter: 802.11ac 2.4/5 GHz wireless adapter
Camera: Webcam/built-in camera
Internet connection

Questions regarding technology recommendations can be directed to the IT Service Desk or the school office.

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General Arts and Science – Liberal Arts Ontario Tech University Transfer – Forensics