This University of Calgary course, PSYC 203, Psychology for Everyday Life, designed as “Psychology for non-Psychology majors”. The course has a focus on issues that arise in everyday life and will demonstrate some of the ways in which psychology can be of use to students in their personal and professional lives. This course is the first course in the Certificate of Mental Wellbeing and Resilience. Psychology 203 may be used to fill a number of University of Calgary program requirements as an elective, though it cannot be used as part of a Psychology major.
See an example of a course outline for further information. There will be slight adjustments, which will be discussed at the beginning of the course.
Program Details
Eligibility
Open to all CBE high school students who:
- Are in grades 11 or 12 as of June (Graduating students are eligible)
- Grade 10 applicants will be considered, but priority will be given to grade 11 and 12 applicants
- Are committed to the academic rigour of a condensed university program and are considering post-secondary learning
- Pre-requisite/Co-requisite requirements:
- Students who have completed or are on track to complete ELA 20-1 (or -2, minimum 70%)
Location & Delivery
This course is offered online, through a blended format. Students will meet live with their instructor (synchronous learning) during scheduled times AND will be required to complete work independently (asynchronous learning).
Online synchronous learning means participating in live, real-time classes where you interact with your instructor and classmates simultaneously.
Online synchronous learning will take place with the UCalgary instructor at set times
Duration & Time
Summer | Entire month of July
Anticipated Program Times
Monday – Wednesday
- 9:00 - 11:00 AM (suggested) - Students engage in approximately 2 hours of independent learning (watching vodcasts, doing readings, etc.) PRIOR to live synchronous time with the instructor.
Note: While students may choose to engage in this independent learning at a different time, the expectation is that this pre-learning is completed before the live session. - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM – Online synchronous time via Zoom with instructor and peers to discuss content, ask questions, etc.
Thursday
- Tutorial – times TBD
Friday
- Online exams and assessment (excluding Week 1)
Timetable Requirements
Students must have the entire month of July to dedicate to this full-time program. Students can not be enrolled in any other summer school program (work experience is a potential exception) and must consider any travel plans that could impact internet access and availability in order to accommodate this program.
Workload
Students can expect a total of 6 synchronous hours per week (online with instructor) and approximately 18 hours of additional independent work per week for a total of 24 hours per week.
Program Benefits
- Upon successful completion, students will receive 5, 30-level CTS credits and 3 University of Calgary post-secondary credits
- Get a jump start on your post-secondary education while still in high school
- Build confidence through developing learning strategies and skills that support your learning transitions
- Learn about ongoing opportunities and experience post-secondary learning on campus
- Taught by U of C instructors with experience in student transitions to post-secondary educational experiences and environments
Credits
5 Credits, 30 Level CTS, and
3 Post-Secondary Credits
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Considerations
- Online synchronous courses are live with the post-secondary instructor. They run at set times and attendance is required.
- Students must have space in their school timetable to accommodate the program times.
- Students must also have time in their lives outside of school to complete work for their Dual Credit program in addition to their regular school assignments.
- Students must meet all course assignments, quizzes, and test deadlines in order to be successful.
- Students must submit a personal learning schedule with their application, which outlines when they will work on their Dual Credit coursework outside of class time.
- Students must be registered as a full-time student, taking at least one course at their home high school during the program (work experience excluded).
- Students will be expected to communicate regularly with both their CBE supervising teacher and their course instructor.
How to Apply
- Read through the course(s) and/or program(s) of interest.
- Review program choice with your school Off-Campus Coordinator and/or Guidance Counsellor for program readiness and timetabling concerns.
- You are highly encouraged to attend the Unique Pathways Information Night to ask questions of our program partners and determine if the program is a good fit for you. Connect with your Off-Campus Coordinator or Guidance counsellor if you are unable to attend.
- Download and fill in the Dual Credit Application Form Package when available.
- Refer to the application checklist and ensure all items are complete.
- Book an appointment with your Off-Campus Coordinator and/or Guidance Counsellor before the deadline to complete your application, including signatures from all parties.
- The school will submit the application to Unique Pathways on your behalf.
Contact
Unique Pathways Team
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