Psychology faculty, students, and staff recently visited the First Peoples House to learn more about the impacts of colonialism on Indigenous peoples in Canada.
Our people
Psychology at UVic offers a range of degree options and program streams that let you study what you're most passionate about — from social psychology to cognitive neuroscience.
Undergraduate studies
Our graduate programs place a strong emphasis on research. With more than 50 labs and a community-based Psychology Clinic, you'll find a home for your ideas and your questions.
Graduate studies
As a student, Rebekah Erikson was a peer helper with UVic Counselling Services. She now helps coordinate the Student Mental Health Leadership program at UVic's Office of Student Life.
Career possibilities
Faculty members like Bonnie Leadbeater, who studies bullying and youth health, are making a significant contribution to research that changes lives.
Our research
Nicole Mandyk's work-term at Mary's Farm and Sanctuary was the perfect blend of counselling and outreach, bringing her classroom education in psychology and Indigenous studies to life.
Co-op educationPsychology studies behaviour and mental processes. It addresses fascinating questions about the human experience.
Our students contribute to our vibrant research community. They assist in research laboratories and work closely with faculty on experiments.
With us, you'll get hands-on experience and work on important issues that matter to our society.
Why psychology at UVic? 
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