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.
In the media
In the News Deinera Exner-Cortens, Psychology, in Medical Xpress
Researchers show link between dating violence and concussion
In the News Deinera Exner-Cortens, Psychology, in Livewire Calgary
First-of-its-kind University of Calgary study shows link between teen dating violence and concussion
In the News Daniel Kopala-Sibley, Psychology, in BBC Science Focus Magazine
Your inner critic is sabotaging your life. This is how psychologists suggest you break free
In the News Michael Boyes, Psychology, in CBC.CA News
N.B. child advocate says youth mental health a 'genuine crisis'
In the News David Hodgins, Psychology, in Yogonet International
Alberta expands online gambling market, aims to capture illicit players
In the News John Ellard, Psychology, in Calgary Herald
City water use remains 'unsustainable' as experts offer new ways to convince Calgarians to conserve
News and announcements
From Calgary to the national stage: A PhD student’s journey to Canada’s top academic speaking competition
Supported by UCalgary, Madeline Springle turns her research into compelling stories.
Ask Me Something: What happens when we daydream?
Mind-wandering expert Julia Kam breaks down the realities of dreamy thoughts
Vanier Scholars blaze new paths in children’s health research at UCalgary
Two PhD candidates recognized for their innovative studies into treating post-concussion symptoms and improving focus in kids with ADHD
UCalgary researcher leads exploration of urban accessibility barriers across the globe
Transdisciplinary project one of 18 to receive SSHRC Insight Grants
UCalgary scholars publish first research to show link between dating violence and concussion
Faculty of Arts researchers' groundbreaking work finds that girls and non-binary youth who experience teen dating violence are at elevated risk of concussion
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Now Innovating: Supporting the mental health of first responder families
A conversation with Dr. Kelly Dean Schwartz, associate professor in the Werklund School of Education
Exploring urban accessibility barriers across the globe
Dr. Victoria Fast, PhD (Geography), is leading a transdisciplinary project with a focus on accessible cities and societies.
Fast's research is one of 18 projects to receive SSHRC Insight Grants at UCalgary.