Overview
Students in the Psychology program at Brock University develop market-ready transferable skills in several areas, including research design and implementation, data analysis, teaching, communication, critical thinking, and teamwork.
Career outcomes
- University professor
- Data management, research design, data analysis
- Counselling, clinical psychology, assessment, mental health, health care
- Education, teaching
- Computer programming
- Vision rehabilitation
Programme Structure
This PhD program provides opportunities to engage in intensive research training, and develop a critical and scholarly approach in each of our three focus areas:
- Behavioural & Cognitive Neuroscience
- Lifespan Development,
- Social & Personality Psychology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
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Disciplines
Psychology View 43 other PhDs in Psychology in CanadaAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Successful completion of a Master's degree, or equivalent, in Psychology or Neuroscience.
- Students must have achieved an average of at least 80% in the previous two years of graduate study and must provide evidence of research competence, normally demonstrated by an empirical Master's thesis.
You will need to submit your transcripts as well as the following program specific materials:
- Two references, preferably academic, are required.
- Scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test are recommended but not required.
- A personal statement of interest in pursuing graduate studies.
- CV (optional).
- Complete the Applicant Interest Form and upload.
Tuition Fee
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International
15668 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7834 CAD per semester during 48 months. -
National
5450 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2725 CAD per semester during 48 months.
Living costs for St. Catharines
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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