Graduate Studies in Psychology

New Psychology graduate students are welcomed to the Department

New Graduate Program Application Date -- December 1st!

Graduate students in our department enjoy an intellectually-stimulating, supportive learning environment. Graduate training is organized in six broad training areas: clinical psychology, cognition and brain science, experimental neuropsychology, individualized programs, lifespan development, social psychology. A strong research orientation encompasses all areas of graduate study, and continuous involvement in research is a defining feature of the UVic Psychology graduate student experience. An empirical thesis and an empirical dissertation are required for students earning MSc and PhD degrees in our graduate programs. Our programs develop scientists who can capably advance knowledge through research and/or practitioners who possess research skills sufficient to design and implement treatment or program evaluations.

About the Psychology department

The department, situated within a scenic campus, is home to world-renowned faculty members with active, grant-funded programs of research and excellent facilities and support staff. Graduates of our program have looked back appreciatively on their UVic experience and advanced to distinguished careers in a broad array of academic, private sector, and government positions throughout the world.

As a department, we take pride in the high calibre of our program and the excellence of our graduate students and faculty. We enjoy a beautiful geographic location and a warm, collegial atmosphere.

Get started

Your interest in what we have to offer in the realm of graduate education is welcome and appreciated. Please explore our site and learn more about winding your career path in a fulfilling journey through our graduate program.

To find out more about starting in the graduate program, review the Admissions page.

Questions?

Contact our Graduate Program Secretary.