University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies

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Psychology

University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Faculty:Graduate Studies
Degree:Doctorate
Field of Study:Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Psychology, General
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $3,533
Careers:Psychologists

Description:

As they gain knowledge from highly accomplished faculty members, students in the Psychology (PhD Thesis) program will learn specialized training and scientific methods to collect data and perform research in three areas. Brain and Cognitive Science looks at the mental processes and brain structures involved in movement, perception, learning, memory, and understanding language. Industrial-Organizational Psychology is concerned with individual and group behaviour, as well as the relationships of organization-wide variables to individuals and groups in work settings. Social and Theoretical Psychology involves social and cultural relations, as well as foundational and philosophical questions in psychology.

Prerequisites:

Test Scores:
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 600] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 105] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7.5] or Michigan English Language Assessment Battery [min. 86]
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Statement of Research Interests
Applicants are required to have a thesis-based Master’s degree in Psychology or equivalent, and an undergraduate course in statistics/experimental design. Applicants must also have a minimum of 3.4 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on June 28, 2022