Dr. Geoff Macdonald

Professor

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Biography

Geoff MacDonald is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Toronto. He received his B.A. from Wilfrid Laurier University and went on to earn a Ph.D. from the University of Waterloo. MacDonald has previously served as a post-doctoral fellow at Wake Forest University and as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Queensland. His research predominantly focuses on social and personality psychology, specifically issues related to social connection and disconnection. His lab engages in student-driven research and has explored various themes such as attachment theory, the psychology of singlehood, and factors influencing relationship dynamics. Current research interests include the intersection of singlehood and sexuality, relationship maintenance processes, and the role of personality traits in attraction. MacDonald’s publications reflect a commitment to understanding the psychological aspects that govern personal relationships and individual well-being.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Toronto • Toronto, ON

Teaching and conducting research in social and personality psychology.

Senior Lecturer

— 2015-01-01

University of Queensland • Brisbane, QLD

Lecturing on psychology topics and mentoring students.

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology