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PhD of Psychology

Western University

London, Canada
4 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

A 4-year doctoral programme in Psychology at Memorial University.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (Up to 3 years (3 years if the programme is 2 years or more; otherwise up to programme length) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Psychology can develop the ability to evaluate social and behavioural evidence
Apply relevant research methods and ethical principles
And communicate findings to diverse audiences
And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Research Assistant
Community Support Coordinator
Behavioral Health Program Assistant

Curriculum

Courses
A comprehensive exam and a thesis
With research in behavioural neuroscience
Cognition
Clinical
Developmental and social psychology.

Entry requirements

Academic

A Thesis-oriented Master's degree in Psychology or related field. A Master's degree in Psychology (with content that is primarily Clinical) is required for admission into our Clinical program. Minimum grade average of 78% or B+ in the Master's program.

Accepted academic background

Master's degree or equivalent from a recognized university, College or institute with evidence of research potential (direct entry from a bachelor's degree at the programme's discretion), Programme-specific supervisor, References and documents

Language tests

IELTS 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
Referee contact details
Evidence of English proficiency if applicable
Program-specific supplementary documents if required

How to apply

Check the program page for requirements and the international deadline. Create an applicant account and apply online; the application fee is 185 CAD
non-refundable (some programs charge differently). Upload transcripts from every post-secondary institution (unofficial copies are enough to apply; English translation if needed)
enter referee emails and add program documents such as CV
statement or writing samples. SGPS does a preliminary check
then the program decides. Accept the offer in Student Center by the date in the offer letter and send official transcripts to [email protected].

Other costs

Tuition per year	$7,794 CAD
Application fee	$185 CAD
Deposit	$31,242 CAD

Program details

Campus	London (main campus)
Faculty or school	Faculty of Social Science
Department	Psychology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	Up to 3 years (3 years if the programme is 2 years or more; otherwise up to programme length) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
May 2027
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September 2027
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January 2028
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.