PhD in Psychology: Psychological Science

The PhD in Psychological Science is a research-intensive doctorate covering biological, cognitive, individual, and social bases of behaviour. The curriculum follows an apprenticeship model with flexible core courses tailored to each student's research focus, and the program follows a thesis route, awarding a Doctor of Philosophy in Psychological Science at Lakehead University's Thunder Bay campus. Admission requires a master's degree or its equivalent, specifically a Master's degree in Psychological Science, Experimental Psychology, Behavioural Neuroscience, or an equivalent MA or MSc degree. The general GRE requirement has been waived for the Fall 2027 intake. Applicants whose first language is not English must present a TOEFL score of at least 100 (internet-based), a MELAB score of at least 90, or a CAEL score of at least 80. Full-time students are expected to complete all degree requirements within a minimum of nine terms (three years) up to a maximum of fifteen terms (five years) of continuous full-time registration. The program admits for Fall entry, with applications opening in October of the preceding year.