Department of Psychology
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.
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But I live in Canada! Why the former Trump administration’s order banning diversity training matters here too
But I live in Canada! Why the former Trump administration’s order banning diversity training matters here too
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Future undergrad students
Undergraduate programs
Psychology is the scientific study of brain and behaviour. Psychologists analyze the cognitive, biological, and social bases of how humans think, feel, and behave.
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Clinical psychology
Advance your knowledge of the causes, prevention, assessment and treatment of psychological problems, along with the promotion of health and wellness. Our program is accredited by the Canadian Psychological Association.
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Psychology
Learn specialized training and collect data using scientific methods. Choose to specialize in one of our three exciting research areas.
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: Nicole Racine (post-doctoral associate), Psychology, in 660 News
Maternal mental health sees decline in Alberta: report
In the News: Sheri Madigan, Nicole Racine, Psychology, in CTV News
Mothers' anxiety and depression nearly doubled due to pandemic: Canadian study
In the News: Deinera Exner-Cortens, Psychology, in The Calgary Herald
One in three youth experience adolescent dating violence: study
In the News: Deinera Exner-Cortens, Psychology, in The Calgary Herald
One in three youth experience adolescent dating violence: study
News and announcements
UCalgary researcher studies link between ADHD and accelerated cognitive aging
Brandy Callahan hopes results will inform dementia prevention programs in the future<br /> ...
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COVID-19 sees rise of maternal mental health difficulties
In wake of post-pandemic turmoil, symptoms of anxiety and depression nearly doubled in mothers.
Learn about the study by Psychology researchers Sheri Madigan and Nicole Racine.