PhD Developmental Psychology at Columbia University

The PhD in Developmental Psychology is a 75-point doctoral degree with an empirical research dissertation, preparing students for faculty and research positions. Training centres on empirical research (experimental, observational and interview methods) with a faculty advisor of the student's choice.

Faculty: Teachers College  |  Department: Human Development (Developmental Psychology)  |  Duration: 75 points  |  Intake: Summer, Fall  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Psychology of human development from infancy through childhood, adolescence, adulthood and later life, supplemented by courses in other TC psychology programmes, the social sciences, linguistics and Columbia graduate faculty.

Career pathways

Graduates pursue faculty positions at colleges, graduate schools of education and universities, or research associate roles in labs, biomedical schools, foundations, public policy, policy research firms, government agencies and nonprofits.

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