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Graduate Program in Psychology Faculty of Graduate Studies

Welcome to the Graduate Program in Psychology

Diploma, Master of Arts (MA), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

York University's Graduate Program in Psychology is the largest program in Canada. It is also one of the most diverse—with seven areas of specialization and numerous opportunities for interdisciplinary study.

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Psychology Research @ York

Ezekiel Grading, a psychology PhD student at York University, researches animal cognition and welfare at the Toronto Zoo. Studying seven Sumatran orangutans, he aims to improve their well-being by understanding their emotions and behavior under the guidance of Dr. Suzanne MacDonald.

Psychology at a Glance

   $13 million+

Currently held in external research funding

   95+

Faculty members of the Graduate Program in Psychology

   7

Areas of specialization

Featured Faculty

Tali Boritz

Research Interests

Psychotherapy process and outcome, with particular emphasis on the treatment of borderline personality disorder (BPD) and complex trauma.

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Thanujeni (Jeni) Pathman

Research Interests

Cognitive development and developmental cognitive neuroscience

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Joey T. Cheng

Research Interests

Psychological underpinnings of social hierarchy, overconfidence, and competition.

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Joseph DeSouza

Research Interests

Eye, head and visually guided movements, multisensory processing, motion processing pathways and how these mechanisms are modulated by attentional mechanisms.

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The Graduate Program in Psychology at York is an exciting environment to pursue innovative, socially engaging, career-ready education. Contact our Graduate Program Assistant to learn more.

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