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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Psychology - Cognition and Neuroscience- Non-Direct at University of Saskatchewan

University of Saskatchewan, Canada

Programme overview

The Cognition and Neuroscience Graduate Program is designed for students who wish to focus primarily on basic research and theoretical issues. Our objective is to train highly-qualified scientists for basic psychological research in university, hospital, community, industry, or government settings. CGNS offers two areas of specialization: Behavioural Neuroscience and Cognitive Science.

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

What you will study

Degree requirements: A minimum of 6 credit units, including PSY 805.3 or PSY 807.3:; 3 credit units chosen in consultation with the Department of Psychology; PSY 900.0 (×3); dissertation defense; doctoral candidacy assessment.

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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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