Dr. Benjamin Giguère

Associate Professor

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Biography

Benjamin Giguère is an Associate Professor in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences at the University of Guelph. His research primarily focuses on applied social psychology, with a keen interest in understanding how socio-cultural influences affect human motivation and behavior. He investigates topics such as health and well-being, group dynamics, and cross-cultural psychology. Giguère's work aims to deepen the understanding of social cognitive processes that drive individuals' identities and norms within their socio-cultural groups. His research encompasses various areas, such as the impact of group membership on health behaviors in immigrant populations, and he has published extensively in top-tier journals. Giguère also explores the effects of social norms on behavior in online environments and the challenges faced by ethnolinguistic groups, particularly in Francophone communities in Canada. He welcomes students interested in experiential learning opportunities in these vital research domains.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Guelph • Guelph, ON

Teaching and researching in psychology with a focus on applied social psychology.

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).