Dr. David Hodgins

Professor

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Biography

David Carson Hodgins is a Professor and Full Member of the Hotchkiss Brain Institute at the University of Calgary, specializing in Clinical Psychology. He has a comprehensive educational background with a B.A. in Psychology from Carleton University and both an M.A. and Doctorate in Psychology from Queen's University. His research focuses on various aspects of addiction, including understanding the processes of recovery from gambling and substance use disorders. Hodgins is involved in both applied research and theoretical studies exploring treatment mechanisms for gambling problems and strategies to increase treatment-seeking behaviors among individuals affected by addictions. His investigations also delve into the functional relationships between addiction and comorbid mental health conditions such as depression and alcohol use disorders. Over the years, he has contributed to academic and strategic initiatives within the university, earning numerous accolades for his exemplary supervision and research achievements, including the Great Supervisor Award and Killam Annual Professor recognition. Hodgins is respected for his contributions to the field of psychological research and is currently accepting MSc and PhD applications in his area of expertise.

Research Interests

Awards

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Great Supervisor

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Killam Annual Professor

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Expert

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Scientific Achievement Award

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Excellence in Supervision Award

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Lifetime Research Achievement Award

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Distinguished Research Award

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Runner-up, President's Award, M.A. Dissertation Competition

Requirements for University of Calgary

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:97
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Prerequisites
4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent 3rd or 4th year course in Theory of Computation 3rd or 4th year course in Software Engineering 3rd or 4th year course in Systems (OS, Compilers, Networking) 3rd or 4th year course in Application (AI, Graphics, Databases)
Application Checklist
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.