| | Forensic Psychology (PhD) | | |
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| School | Ontario Tech University - Graduate Studies | | |
| Location | Oshawa, ON, Canada | | |
| School Type | Graduate School | | |
| School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 10,550
Full-time Graduate: 902 | | |
| Degree | Doctorate | | |
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| Co-op | | | |
| Length | 48 Month(s) | | |
| Entry Grade (%)* | 80% to 84% | | |
| Prerequisites | | | |
| Prerequisites Notes | PhD in Forensic Psychology
- Hold the university's Master of Science (MSc) degree in Forensic Psychology or an equivalent research project or thesis-based Master of Arts/MSc degree (e.g., Experimental Psychology, Neuroscience, Computer Science, Biology, Criminology) at a recognized institution.
- Minimum academic standing of A-minus (GPA: 3.7 on a 4.3 scale or 80 to 84 per cent) during graduate study.
PhD in Forensic Psychology – direct entry
- Hold a four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent in Psychology or a related field (e.g., Neuroscience, Computer Science, Biology, Criminology) at a recognized institution. Students with both Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees are encouraged to apply.
- Minimum overall academic standing of at least an A-minus (GPA: 3.7 on a 4.3 scale or 80 to 84 per cent), with a minimum academic standing of A-minus in the final two full-time years (four terms) of undergraduate study, including elective courses.
- Applicants who are not accepted into the PhD direct entry program will automatically be considered for the MASc program.
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| Cost |
Cost is per year, based on 3 terms.
See OTU's tuition and fees page for full details. | | |
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| Description | 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. | | |
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