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.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Returning to School: Equity and Inclusion Considerations for Students and Teachers
The UCalgary Psychology Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Blog...
Explore our programs
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.
Future grad students
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.
Future grad students
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: David Hodgins, Psychology, in CTV News
Heading to a casino? There are new guidelines to help minimize your gambling risks
In the News: David Hodgins, Psychology, in Yahoo! Finance
World’s First Lower-Risk Gambling Guidelines: Helping People in Canada Make Informed Decisions
In the News: Audrey-Ann Deneault, Sheri Madigan, Psychology, in Channel NewsAsia
Why some kids experience separation anxiety in returning to school
In the News: Audrey-Ann Deneault, Sheri Madigan, Psychology, in Fatherly
How Parents Can Help with Children’s Back-to-School Fears
News and announcements
Explore how you can support yourself and your community while adjusting to return-to-campus change
Dr. Keith Dobson answers key questions about mental health and self-care for UCalgary students and faculty...
An intimate conversation with Joshua Whitehead
In dialogue with Larissa Lai
Sept. 21, 7 p.m.
Online via Zoom
