We welcome individuals from a range of backgrounds to join our lab. If you are passionate about sport and performance psychology and interested in pursuing a research-based graduate degree or post-doctoral fellowship (particularly on team effectiveness in sport), feel free to contact Desi with more information about yourself, your Curriculum Vitae, and unofficial transcripts. Some examples of the topic areas that we are particularly keen to explore include (though not limited to): the dynamic nature of teamwork over time (e.g., through intensive longitudinal modeling); role perceptions (e.g., complementarity, clarity) in team sports; interpersonal efficacy beliefs; team dynamics across multiteam systems in sport clubs; and collective stress, coping, and thriving.
Entrance to the graduate program is competitive. In particular, as the MA and PhD degrees are largely research-oriented, previously successful applicants have had experience conducting research (e.g., completing independent research projects, volunteering as research assistants). Grad students and post-docs are expected to apply for awards/scholarships to fund their studies (e.g., SSHRC, MITACS, internal awards). Prospective PhD students should note the minimum funding (currently $24,000/year) that UBC requires in order to be enrolled in a PhD program. Please visit the School of Kinesiology’s website for more information about its programs, application processes, and funding opportunities.
Volunteer research assistant opportunities are also sometimes available for highly motivated undergraduate students who are keen to get involved in research within our lab (e.g., assist with data collection). Contact Desi for more information.
It should be noted our lab does not focus on applied sport psychology consultancy/counselling. Athletes seeking a sport psychology consultant are encouraged to visit the Canadian Sport Psychology Association’s directory of certified professionals. Students interested in pursuing an applied sport psychology degree may find it helpful to visit the Association of Applied Sport Psychology’s directory of graduate programs.