Welcome to the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience
Psychology explores how people think, feel, learn, and behave, while Neuroscience examines the brain and nervous system that support those processes. Dalhousie’s Department of Psychology and Neuroscience provides a unique perspective on the connections between mind, brain, and behaviour, with professors specializing in both areas, and how they intersect.
Through hands-on research and close collaboration with faculty, our apprenticeship-focused approach gives you personalized training in research and critical thinking. You'll develop the knowledge and skills to investigate real-world questions about human behaviour, mental health, and the brain.
Depending on where you want to focus, you can choose an undergraduate major (BSc or BA) in either Psychology or Neuroscience. We also offer a graduate program (MSc and PhD) in Experimental Psychology and Neuroscience, as well as a PhD program in Clinical Psychology that is accredited by the Canadian Psychological Association. Our graduates pursue careers in research, healthcare, education, law, business, and many other fields.
Our Programs
Choose the path that matches your interests and goals. Whether you're interested in Psychology or Neuroscience, you'll find flexible program options, opportunities to build research experience, and a clear route toward further study or a wide range of careers.
Our Research
Explore the wide range of research taking place across Psychology and Neuroscience. Our labs investigate everything from brain function and mental health to perception, learning, development, and behaviour, giving students opportunities to build research experience while working alongside leading researchers and contributing to new discoveries.
Our People
Learn from award-winning teachers, leading researchers, and clinical scientists whose work explores the brain, behaviour, cognition, development, and mental health.
Current Students
Quick access to advising, program planning, honours information, and other undergraduate resources.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience is committed to providing a safe environment that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive.