The graduate program in Social Psychology is oriented toward doctoral studies. Students are expected to acquire a broad knowledge of the major trends and theories in Social Psychology, and an intensive understanding of its context and methods. The major objective of the program is to train people who understand the strategies and techniques underlying research, with special emphasis placed on research on social problems. Through a close working association with the faculty in the area, students are expected to achieve a high degree of knowledge and research skills in their special interest areas.
Like any other social psychology program, the one at Waterloo is coloured by the specific interests of the faculty. In addition, students are encouraged to develop their own research interests. At the present time, faculty and students are engaged in studies of dating and marriage, attitudes and attitude change, social cognition, autobiographical memory, stereotyping, prejudice and discrimination, social comparison, interpersonal conflict, and health psychology.
To find more program information and faculty research areas visit the Department of Psychology Graduate website at: http://www.psychology.uwaterloo.ca/gradprog/programs/phd/social/index.html