Waterloo,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Psychology - Social Psychology in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo
University of Waterloo
|
Waterloo Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
22,188
(c. USD15,920.25)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Social Psychology developed to examine social movements, inequality, division, prejudice, and cultural conflicts. Its fundamental principle focuses on the reciprocal relationship between culture and cognition, demonstrating how societal influences and personal traits affect human thinking, feelings, and actions. Waterloo serves as the founding hub of Social Psychology in Canada, with our graduates playing key roles in research-focused universities nationwide (and internationally), as well as in prominent government and corporate roles. Waterloo's Social Psychology program fosters a cooperative and forward-thinking research atmosphere. Students often collaborate with several professors, pursue diverse research projects, and employ advanced experimental, survey, computational, or biological measurement techniques. Numerous chances exist for students to share discoveries during weekly discussions, lab sessions, and academic conferences. Ranked among North America's elite programs, we tackle significant societal issues—whether in personal connections, communities, or broader cultural shifts. Our approach combines creativity, state-of-the-art techniques, and cross-disciplinary perspectives. Partnering with industries and analyzing large datasets, we explore ambitious, under-researched problems to enhance human welfare.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
A 80% overall standing, or equivalent, in the last two years of study in the previous degree is the minimum requirement for admission.
Candidates applying to the Industrial/Organizational Psychology graduate research field within the program must submit results from the Graduate Record Examination (Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytic scores). These scores are optional for students applying to the Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology, and Developmental Psychology graduate research fields.
Please note that in most areas a Master's degree is not required for admission into the PhD program (the exception is Social Psychology and Clinical Psychology).
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Required for candidates applying to the Industrial/Organizational Psychology graduate research field within the program and optional for candidates applying to the Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology, and Developmental Psychology graduate research fields.
Personal statement (Letter)
Supplementary information form (SIF)
The SIF contains questions specific to your program, typically about why you want to enrol and your experience in that field. Review the application documents web page for more information about this requirement
If a statement or letter is required by your program, review the writing your personal statement resources for helpful tips and tricks on completion
Transcript(s)
References
Three academic references are required
Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
TOEFL 90 (writing 25, speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5).
Candidates applying to the Industrial/Organizational Psychology graduate research field within the program must submit results from the Graduate Record Examination (Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytic scores). These scores are optional for students applying to the Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology, and Developmental Psychology graduate research fields.
Please note that in most areas a Master's degree is not required for admission into the PhD program (the exception is Social Psychology and Clinical Psychology).
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Required for candidates applying to the Industrial/Organizational Psychology graduate research field within the program and optional for candidates applying to the Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology, and Developmental Psychology graduate research fields.
Personal statement (Letter)
Supplementary information form (SIF)
The SIF contains questions specific to your program, typically about why you want to enrol and your experience in that field. Review the application documents web page for more information about this requirement
If a statement or letter is required by your program, review the writing your personal statement resources for helpful tips and tricks on completion
Transcript(s)
References
Three academic references are required
Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
TOEFL 90 (writing 25, speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5).
Tuition
CAD
22,188