Why study psychology?
Learn how to discuss and apply psychological theories and research. Acquire the expertise involved in conducting research with human participants and animals. Discover how psychology contributes to a diverse field of disciplines: brain and cognitive science, industrial organizational psychology, social psychology, and more.
You'll develop skills that lead to success in a wide range of graduate studies and professional disciplines.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
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Featured publication
Parental Use of “Cry Out” in a Community Sample During the First Year of Infant Life. Giesbrecht, G. F., Letourneau, N., Campbell, T., Hart, M., Thomas, J., & Tomfohr-Madsen, L. (2020). Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics.
In the media
In the News: Emiko Muraki, Penny Pexman in The Conversation Canada
We’re just starting to learn more about aphantasia, the inability to picture things with the mind’s eye
In the News: David Hodgins, Psychology, in CTV News
Are sports betting ads getting out of control in Canada? Experts weigh in
In the News: Sheri Madigan, Psychology, in Yahoo! News UK
One in four children suffered greater anxiety and depression during pandemic
In the News: Keith Dobson, Psychology, in Yahoo! Finance
Pervasive Stigma remains a harsh reality for people living with Mental Health or Substance Use Disorders
News and announcements
Graduate Students' Association honours award recipients for 2022-23 academic year
Keira Gunn and Ariel Kim awarded prestigious Leadership Awards at GSA Awards Gala 2023...
