Educational psychology
Educational psychology applies psychological theories and concepts to understand and improve teaching and learning in a variety of contexts.
Our programs balance theory, practical knowledge and research — they are focused in two areas:
- Learning, Development & Instructional Sciences: explore the latest research in the psychology of learning across a range of educational settings and age groups.
- Special Education: apply psychological research to develop and improve practices in inclusive classrooms and special education contexts.
Why study educational psychology at UVic?
With us, you'll get:
- Full-time and part-time evening options
- Professional development through small, intensive programs
- Academic supervisors who provide students with regular mentoring and support
- Programs that balance theory, practical knowledge, and research
- Elective options that allow students to customize programs to fulfill their research and career goals
- MEd and MA options for qualified students
- Fellowships and scholarships for qualified students
- Graduate assistantships to further training in research and teaching
- Co-operative education work terms, research apprenticeships and teaching apprenticeships to complement your studies
- An excellent record of alumni employment
Who benefits from our programs?
- Educational and instructional designers
- Psychology students who want to pursue graduate work applying psychology to educational practices
- Teachers, education administrators and program developers
- Health care, child and youth care, and higher education professionals
- Persons with undergraduate degrees in psychology, education, and related fields
- Learning strategy instructors
- Government employees
- Educational policy administrators and planners