University Psychology Tutors

Need a psychology tutor to help you succeed in your studies? Our skilled tutors, equipped with advanced degrees and over two years of experience in university-level tutoring, are here to support you. We offer tailored one-on-one sessions for university psychology courses, ensuring you grasp challenging concepts and boost your academic performance.

 

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Online Psychology Tutoring

When you choose online tutoring you have the opportunity to work with one of our top psychology tutors from anywhere in Canada. Each of our online tutors holds a degree, master’s or PhD in psychology or a closely related discipline. Using platforms like Zoom, Google Meet, or Microsoft Teams, our interactive sessions allow for real-time engagement, letting you discuss assignments and analyze psychological theories together.

  • Zoom, Google Meet, or Teams
  • Work with tutors holding a master’s or PhD
  • Get started in 24 hours

In-Person Psychology Tutoring

In select cities, we provide in-person tutoring for psychology courses. To improve the likelihood of getting an in-person tutor, we recommend having lessons at a library.  Our in-person tutoring services are available in the Greater Vancouver Regional District, Kelowna, Kamloops, Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton, Greater Toronto Area and Hamilton.

  • Tutors with a degree, master’s, or PhD 
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Start within 3–5 days

We tutor these courses

Since we have exceptionally qualified tutors we are able to provide tutoring support for university students who are taking undergraduate psychology courses. 

First Year Psychology Courses

PSYC 100Introduction to Psychology I

Covers the fundamentals of psychology, including biological bases of behavior, perception, learning, and memory.

PSYC 101Introduction to Psychology II

Focuses on areas such as development, personality, social psychology, and psychological disorders.

PSYC 102Foundations of Psychology

Provides an overview of psychological research methods and foundational concepts.

PSYC 110Research Methods in Psychology

Introduces students to the principles of psychological research, including experimental design and statistical analysis.

PSYC 120Biological Bases of Behavior

Explores the role of the brain, nervous system, and genetics in human behavior.

PSYC 130Cognition and Learning

Examines topics such as problem-solving, decision-making, and memory processes.

PSYC 140Introduction to Developmental Psychology

Covers key developmental stages from infancy to adulthood.

PSYC 150Social Psychology Basics

Examines the influence of social interactions and group behavior on individuals.

PSYC 160Abnormal Psychology: An Overview

Introduces psychological disorders, their symptoms, and basic treatment approaches.

PSYC 170Health Psychology

Explores how psychological factors affect health and illness.

Second Year Psychology Courses

PSYC 200Introduction to Psychological Research

Explores research design, data collection, statistical analysis, and interpretation in psychology.

PSYC 201Biopsychology

Covers the relationship between the brain, nervous system, and behavior, with an emphasis on neuroscience.

PSYC 202Developmental Psychology

Examines changes in cognitive, emotional, and social behavior across the lifespan.

PSYC 210Cognitive Psychology

Focuses on processes like perception, attention, memory, language, and problem-solving.

PSYC 220Social Psychology

Explores how individuals think about, influence, and relate to one another in social contexts.

PSYC 230Personality Psychology

Discusses major theories and research methods related to personality development and traits.

PSYC 240Introduction to Abnormal Psychology

Examines psychological disorders, their symptoms, etiology, and treatment.

PSYC 250Health Psychology

Studies the interplay between psychological factors and physical health, including stress and coping mechanisms.

PSYC 260Quantitative Methods in Psychology

Introduces statistical techniques for analyzing psychological data, including hypothesis testing and regression.

PSYC 270Research Methods in Experimental Psychology

Focuses on designing and conducting experiments, with hands-on application.

PSYC 280Forensic Psychology

Examines the application of psychology to legal and criminal justice systems.

PSYC 290Introduction to Industrial-Organizational Psychology

Studies human behavior in workplace settings, including motivation and leadership.

PSYC 295Cross-Cultural Psychology

Investigates how cultural factors influence behavior, cognition, and emotion.

We cover these topics

Our university psychology tutors are familiar with all of the topics covered in university psychology courses.

First Year Topics

Introduction to Psychology

  • Overview of psychology as a science
  • History and key perspectives (e.g., biological, cognitive, behavioral)

Research Methods

  • Basics of psychological research and ethics
  • Experimental design and data collection

Biological Bases of Behavior

  • Brain structure and function
  • Nervous system and genetics

Sensation and Perception

  • How we sense and interpret the world
  • Vision, hearing, and other senses

Learning and Memory

  • Classical and operant conditioning
  • Processes of memory and forgetting

Developmental Psychology

  • Physical, cognitive, and social development across the lifespan

Social Psychology

  • Group dynamics, attitudes, and social influence

Abnormal Psychology (Introductory)

  • Overview of psychological disorders and their symptoms

Personality Psychology

  • Major theories and assessment of personality

Cognition

  • Thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making
Second Year Topics

Research Methods and Statistics

  • Advanced research techniques
  • Statistical analysis for psychology

Biopsychology

  • Brain-behavior relationships
  • Neurotransmitters and hormones

Cognitive Psychology

  • Memory, perception, and attention
  • Problem-solving and decision-making

Developmental Psychology

  • Growth and development across the lifespan
  • Social, emotional, and cognitive changes

Social Psychology

  • Group behavior and social influence
  • Prejudice, relationships, and communication

Personality Psychology

  • Personality theories and assessment
  • Nature vs. nurture in personality development

Abnormal Psychology

  • Overview of psychological disorders
  • Introduction to treatments and interventions

Health Psychology

  • Impact of stress and coping on health
  • Psychology in managing illness

Forensic Psychology (Optional)

  • Psychology in legal and criminal contexts

Industrial-Organizational Psychology (Optional)

  • Psychology in the workplace
  • Motivation, leadership, and teamwork

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What common challenges do students face in psychology, and how can your tutoring help?

    Students often struggle with complex theories, research methods, and applying concepts. Our tutoring simplifies these challenges through personalized support, clear explanations, and tailored guidance, helping students build confidence and excel in psychology.

    How do you structure your tutoring sessions?

    Our psychology tutoring sessions are tailored to individual needs, starting with a review, focusing on current challenges, and concluding with key takeaways and goals for steady progress.

    What qualifications do your psychology tutors have?

    Our tutors are highly qualified, often holding a degree, master’s or PhD in psychology or related fields. They have extensive Canadian tutoring experience with university psychology courses.

    Do you offer tutoring for 3rd or 4th year psychology courses?

    This depends on the specific course and its level of specialization. Since we have tutors with advanced degrees, we may have someone available to assist with higher-level courses. In such cases, we recommend online tutoring, which allows us to broaden our search and find a suitable tutor from anywhere in Canada.

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