PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

Wilfrid Laurier University

Our PhD in Psychology program is based on a mentorship model, where faculty members work closely with a small cohort of students. You can choose to specialize in one of four areas of psychology: cognitive and behavioural neurosciences, community psychologydevelopmental psychology, social psychologyOur PhD in Psychology is a full-time program. The structure varies by field, but no matter which area you choose to specialize in, you must write and defend a dissertation.Our program is designed to prepare you for careers in research and teaching, or for applied opportunities in various community and social agencies. Doctoral students are encouraged to teach a course as part of their program experience.CareersOur graduates have gone on to work in academia, government agencies, non-government organizations, and medical research.Examples of jobs held by our graduate include:faculty at Carleton University, Algoma University, University of Waterloo and Grant MacEwan Universityresearch and development at Multi-Health Systems, Toronto, Government of Canada research

• Social Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Community Psychology
Cognitive and Behavioural Neurosciences

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