PhD in Forensic Psychology

The PhD in Forensic Psychology combines disciplinary and specialized study in Forensic Psychology, study in research methods and statistics, and applied learning experiences to prepare students to work in a variety of settings.

The PhD in Forensic Psychology combines disciplinary and specialized study in Forensic Psychology, study in research methods and statistics, and applied learning experiences to prepare students to work in a variety of settings. Specifically, the program will prepare students for careers related to the following:

• Administration in provincial and federal programs.
• Advertising and marketing.
• Behavioural science and statistical research in government organizations.
• Design and evaluation of community programs.
• Research and/or teaching in college and university settings.
• Research and practice in behavioural science crime units within law enforcement.
• Research in mental health institutions, hospital settings, justice-related institutes, correctional facilities, the pharmaceutical industry and educational entertainment industry.
• Trial consulting.
• The program will also allow professionals (e.g., law enforcement officials) to advance in their current fields.

Each year, a small number of undergraduate students may be admitted directly into the PhD program without a master's degree. This direct-entry option is for undergraduate students with exceptional academic performance throughout their bachelor's degree.