The Department of Psychological Sciences at Rice University uniquely blends the science of the human brain (e.g., researching the brain, memory, and language) with the science of human behavior and performance (e.g., researching effectiveness and satisfaction in educational and workplace settings). Our breadth of research interests creates a unique learning and research environment. The primary emphasis in the department is on research, in both the laboratory and applied settings.
The Institute of Psychology was created in 1920 and is the birthplace of French psychology. It was the first institution to train psychologists at the university level. The Institute has 4,000 students studying psychology from the undergraduate to the post-graduate level. It is one of the only training and research centers in France to offer a broad range of courses in the other subdisciplines that lead to the many careers in psychology. In addition, the Institute of Psychology sets itself apart through its experimental, clinical and applied research on societal issues and in the fields of health and education.
The Department of Psychology at the University of Alberta explores a wide range of human experiences, from cognition and behavior to emotion, language, learning, memory, development, and brain-behavior relations. The department is committed to expanding psychological knowledge for the benefit of society, fostering critical thinking, and offering diverse perspectives in the field.
Queen's University's Department of Psychology features 35 research labs focusing on Cognitive Neuroscience and areas such as Developmental, Social, and Clinical Psychology. Students collaborate with faculty and graduate students on research topics including sexuality, bullying, mood disorders, and infant cognition.