Future students
Applications are now closed for most programs starting September 2021. Please check program specific pages to see which ones might still be open.
At APHD, you will develop into a skilled and thoughtful researcher or professional who will expand knowledge about human development and improve practice in key areas such as teaching, counselling psychology, and school and clinical child psychology.
Our department is home to a diverse group of students and regularly plays host to visiting researchers from around the world. Our faculty are leaders in their fields, with wide-ranging interests and active research programs.
The University of Toronto ranks first in North America and eighth in the world among public universities in latest graduate employability ranking for the employability of its graduates in the latest Times Higher Education Global University Employability Ranking. Read more about this announcement on the link here.
The Ontario Institute for Studies in Education has been ranked the third highest educational institution globally for 2021 and remains the highest ranked Canadian institution. Read more about this announcement here.
Learn more about which faculty are accepting students for the 2021/2022 academic year.
MASTERS DEGREES
(MA & MEd)
We offer Master of Arts and Master of Education degrees that address the education, development and well-being of individuals across the life span.
DOCTORAL DEGREES
(PhD & EdD)
Our Doctor of Philosophy and Doctor of Education programs prepare scholars to be leaders, researchers, and practioners in a wide-range of fields.
Theming Your Degree
by taking electives in the areas of Program Evaluation or Educational Technology.
Collaborative Specializations
Jackman Institute of Child Study
The Dr. Eric Jackman Institute of Child Study houses the University of Toronto’s elementary laboratory school and is also home to our Master of Arts in Child Study and Education program.
