PhD Psychology

Keio University first began lecturing in psychology in 1877, established an experimental laboratory in 1926, and created an animal testing laboratory in 1952 following the end of the war. The long history of psychology at Keio University is evident considering the fact that Wundt, the father of psychology, founded his laboratory in Leipzig in 1879. Since its founding by Matsusaburo Yokoyama, psychology at Keio University has undergone a variety of changes. However, we proudly maintain our traditional academic culture of shunning irresponsible speculation in favor of empirical research through strict experiments and in-depth data analysis. Keio University has produced many distinguished psychologists over the years. Many now teach at universities around the world or have become leaders in related fields such as behavioral pharmacology and neuroscience.