38 PhD programmes in Psychology in Canada

University of New Brunswick's Psychology (Saint John) graduate program can teach you the advanced research and statistical skills to succeed. Our program combines coursework, independent research, and collaborations with supervisors to give students a well-rounded understanding of experimental psychology.

York University's PhD in Human Resources Management is distinguished by its diverse methodological approach to research and emphasis on pedagogical training. It contributes to the growth of HRM as a unique discipline, while acknowledging its interdisciplinary foundations.

The graduate program in Psychology at York University is one of the largest and most diverse in Canada, with seven different areas of specialization: Brain, Behaviour, and Cognitive Science; Developmental Science; History & Theory; Quantitative Methods; Social & Personality; Clinical; and Clinical-Developmental. 

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in School/Applied Child Psychology offered by the Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology in the Faculty of Education at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes advanced and thought-provoking learning opportunities.

Normally, students are admitted into the Psychology PhD program at University of Alberta after completing either a bachelor’s or a master’s degree program.

Students in this Evolution and Behaviour program at the University of Lethbridge are normally supervised by Faculty members in the following contributing departments/areas: Biological Sciences, Neuroscience, and Psychology.

The PhD program in Psychological Science at Lakehead University is a research-intensive program in all areas of psychology including biological, cognitive, individual and social bases of behaviour.

The PhD in Psychology at the University of Manitoba offers a higher degree of specialization and more intensive training in research and application.

This Culture, Human and Health Development program at University of Saskatchewan seeks to understand developmental processes in cultural context and across the lifespan.

The Experimental and Applied Psychology graduate degree programs from the University of Regina in Saskatchewan prepare you for a high-impact career doing psychological research in academic, industry or public-sector settings.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Psychology - Language Acquisition offered by the Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Science at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes challenging and future-oriented learning opportunities. 

The School of Psychology at the University of Ottawa offers graduate programs leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology.

The Psychology Department at Simon Fraser University offers two graduate programs leading to MA and PhD degrees.

The CCAP Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology (CCAP) Program at University of Guelph focuses upon the developmental paths of children and youth experiencing psychological disorders within the contexts of family, school and community.

The Gender, Feminist and Women's Studies program from York University focus is on feminist perspectives on women and gender as they intersect with sexualities, race, ethnicity, class, ability and age. It encourages research projects that encompass more than one area.

Build on gained knowledge, writing and research skills to conduct advanced research in one of several core research streams. We offer a Psychology degree at the Trent University. 

The PhD in Psychology at Concordia University Montréal is a research-intensive program, and most students pursue training in one of our department's four main areas of research: behavioural neuroscience, clinical and health research, cognitive science and human development and developmental processes. 

The Psychology programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in human behaviour, mental processes, and psychological research.