







Welcome to the Department of Psychology
The Department of Psychology at UÀ¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ offers several programs at the undergraduate and graduate level.
Undergraduate Major Programs
The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ offers two undergraduate degrees in Psychology: Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
For information about our BSc Psychology program, please check the Faculty of Science website.
Students enrolled in the Faculty of Arts can major in Psychology through one of the following programs:
- BA Honours Psychology (regular or co-op)
- BA Honours Arts and Business, Psychology (regular or co-op)
- BA Four-Year General Psychology (regular only)
- BA Three-Year General Psychology (regular only)
It is also possible to graduate with a double major in Psychology and another discipline.
Click here for more information about our degree options and specializations at the undergraduate level.
Undergraduate Minors and Diploma
Psychology Minor
Along with the wonderful major program options, the psychology department also has a Psychology Minor consisting of eight courses. This Minor gives students a chance to experience a variety of psychology disciplines.
Human Resources Management Program
The Human Resources Management (HRM) program here in the Department of Psychology is made up of two possible academic plans: a Minor for undergraduates and a Diploma for post-degree students. We are excited to be able to provide students with the opportunity to learn from working professionals in various areas of the HR world while also being able to complete the course requirements needed for the or the offered by the .
Cognitive Science Minor
Another great Minor to consider is the Cognitive Science Minor. Cognitive Science courses include courses from a variety of disciplines and faculties, including Computer Science, English ECE, Biology, Psychology, Philosophy, and more!
Psychology Graduate Programs
The Department of Psychology offers three types of programs at the graduate level.
Master of Arts in Psychology
The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ offers a full-time, two year Master of Arts in Psychology program that can be completed in the following research areas. Please visit the area webpage to find more information on the area of study.
Master of Applied Science in Psychology
The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ offers two Master of Applied Science level programs.
The Master of Applied Science (MASc) program in Developmental and Communication Science (DCS) is a full-time, one-year program offered within the Developmental Area of the Department of Psychology.
The Master of Applied Science (MASc) in Industrial-Organizational Psychology is a full-time, two-year program offered within the Industrial-Organizational Area of the Department of Psychology.
PhD in Psychology
The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ offers a PhD in Psychology that can be completed in the following research areas. Please visit the area webpage to find more information on the area of study.
Our faculty are internationally renowned and our graduate and undergraduate programs are consistently ranked among the top departments in Canada. Our department conducts high-impact research in each of the six major subdivisions of psychology listed below.
Resources
News
Psychology's Serena McDiarmid recognized for outstanding teaching by a student
Psychology's Serena McDiarmid (Ph.D. Candidate, Developmental Psychology) has been awarded a 2025 Amit & Meena Chakma Award for Excellent Teaching by a Student (AETS) in the Faculty of Arts.
Dr. Jonathan Fugelsang Awarded 2025 CSBBCS Mid-Career Award
Dr. Jonathan Fugelsang has just been named the 2025 CSBBCS Mid-Career Award winner.
PDC 2025 Shines Bright: A Day of Discovery and 280 Slices of Pizza
The 2025 Psychology Discovery Conference (PDC), held on April 8, was a resounding success, bringing together over 150 attendees for a vibrant celebration of psychology research and innovation.
Events
Celina Bowman-Smith's PhD Oral Defence
Celina Bowman-Smith's thesis is entitled: "What’s In a Post? Adolescents’ Social Media Response Motivations, Perceptions of Response Motivations, and the Role of Individual Characteristics".Â
All are welcome to attend.Â
Aleece Katan's PhD Oral Defence
Aleece Katan's thesis is entitled: “Promoting positive mental health among individuals with eating disorders: Investigating the role of self-compassionâ€
All are welcome to attend.Â
Claudia Sehl's PhD Oral Defence
Claudia Sehl's thesis is entitled: “The development of the sunk cost bias".Â
All are welcome to attend.Â