The Department of Psychology at UWaterloo offers several programs at the undergraduate and graduate level.
Undergraduate Major Programs
The University of Waterloo offers two undergraduate degrees in Psychology: Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
For information about our BSc Psychology program, please check the Faculty of Science website.
Students enrolled in the Faculty of Arts can major in Psychology through one of the following programs:
- BA Honours Psychology (regular or co-op)
- BA Honours Arts and Business, Psychology (regular or co-op)
- BA Four-Year General Psychology (regular only)
- BA Three-Year General Psychology (regular only)
It is also possible to graduate with a double major in Psychology and another discipline.
Click here for more information about our degree options and specializations at the undergraduate level.
Undergraduate Minors and Diploma
Psychology Minor
Along with the wonderful major program options, the psychology department also has a Psychology Minor consisting of eight courses. This Minor gives students a chance to experience a variety of psychology disciplines.
Human Resources Management Program
The Human Resources Management (HRM) program here in the Department of Psychology is made up of two possible academic plans: a Minor for undergraduates and a Diploma for post-degree students. We are excited to be able to provide students with the opportunity to learn from working professionals in various areas of the HR world while also being able to complete the course requirements needed for the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation or the Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation offered by the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA).
Cognitive Science Minor
Another great Minor to consider is the Cognitive Science Minor. Cognitive Science courses include courses from a variety of disciplines and faculties, including Computer Science, English ECE, Biology, Psychology, Philosophy, and more!
Psychology Graduate Programs
The Department of Psychology offers three types of programs at the graduate level.
Master of Arts in Psychology
The University of Waterloo offers a full-time, two year Master of Arts in Psychology program that can be completed in the following research areas. Please visit the area webpage to find more information on the area of study.
Master of Applied Science in Psychology
The University of Waterloo offers two Master of Applied Science level programs.
The Master of Applied Science (MASc) program in Developmental and Communication Science (DCS) is a full-time, one-year program offered within the Developmental Area of the Department of Psychology.
The Master of Applied Science (MASc) in Industrial-Organizational Psychology is a full-time, two-year program offered within the Industrial-Organizational Area of the Department of Psychology.
PhD in Psychology
The University of Waterloo offers a PhD in Psychology that can be completed in the following research areas. Please visit the area webpage to find more information on the area of study.
Our faculty are internationally renowned and our graduate and undergraduate programs are consistently ranked among the top departments in Canada. Our department conducts high-impact research in each of the six major subdivisions of psychology listed below.
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News
WiCSC Mentorship Award - Evan Risko
Please join us in congratulating Evan Risko, who has been named the recipient of the Women in Cognitive Science – Canada 2023 Mentorship Award.
Arts Award for Excellence in Research - Ori Friedman
Congratulations to Prof. Ori Friedman, who has been named a recipient of the 2023 Arts Award for Excellence in Research. This award recognizes the quantity, quality, and impact of faculty members’ research programs as well as their leadership in the field. As noted in his nomination letter, Ori’s interdisciplinary perspective enriches his students’ training and fosters a culture of cross-area collaboration in the Department and cross-department collaboration in Faculty.
Congratulations, Ori, on a very well-deserved recognition!
2022-2023 CCDP TA Award Winners!
Congratulations to Michelle Korlacka, Amie Durston, and Sarah Towers who are the recipients of the 2022-2023 TA Award from the Council of Canadian Departments of Psychology! This award recognizes their dedication to providing exceptional learning experiences for undergraduate students through their TA’ships this past year.
On behalf of all the faculty and staff in the Department, thank you and congratulations to Michelle, Amie, and Sarah!