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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Psychology - Clinical Stream at University of Saskatchewan

University of Saskatchewan, Canada

Programme overview

The Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology is accredited by both the Canadian Psychological Association and the American Psychological Association. It follows a scientist-practitioner model, blending scholarly research with professional skill training. The program trains clinical psychologists for employment in academic, research, clinical, community, and private practice settings.

Faculty: College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

What you will study

Degree requirements: Dissertation defense; IMPORTANT: Students entering the program without an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Saskatchewan (or equivalent degree) may be required to complete additional credit units in order to obtain the Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, including PSY 805.3, PSY 807.3 or PSY 809.3, PSY 811.3, PSY 813.3, PSY 814.3, PSY 831.3, PSY 850.3, PSY 858.3;

Career pathways

The program trains clinical psychologists for employment in academic, research, clinical, community, and private practice settings.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Master’s degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in a relevant academic discipline; a cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. coursework required in Master’s program); CV or resume

CAD 5,637 a year (2026-2027). Standard doctoral rate, assessed in three terms of $1,879 (total $5,637 per academic year), same for domestic and international students; the source states it applies to all doctoral programs except those with listed special rates. Tuition only; excludes Source

Academic units set their own application deadlines. The application fee is $125 CAD for domestic students and $145 CAD for international students, paid online by Visa or Mastercard.

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