Psychology is the scientific study of mind and behaviour explored through social, developmental, clinical, and biological lenses. York’s Psychology program is internationally recognized, ranked among the Top 100 globally (#75) and 4th in Canada by ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2024.
York offers Canada’s largest and most diverse selection of undergraduate psychology courses, with opportunities to tailor your learning through specialized concentrations, certificates, and a unique York/Seneca Certificate in Rehabilitation Services which integrates health sciences education with practical field experience.
At the graduate level, York is home to Canada’s largest psychology program, featuring eight areas of specialization. These include accredited streams in Clinical Psychology, Clinical-Developmental Psychology, and Clinical Neuropsychology. Students can pursue Diplomas, Master of Arts (MA), or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees, with rich opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration across research areas.
Psychology Links
- Choose Psychology at YorkU
- Careers in Psychology
- Faculty Resources
- Psychology Major Maps
- Resource Center - Hebb Lab
- York University Psychology Clinic (YUPC)
Read more on York University Psychology department Certificates and Concentrations.
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