Research, evaluate, and help solve the psychology and neuroscience issues of today. Meaningful questions lead to meaningful answers and opportunities. With the option to choose from three distinct areas of psychological study, students apply techniques best suited to their research with the guidance of experienced faculty in quantitative and qualitative methods.
The Psychology graduate program (MSc) is a research-intensive program with three distinct fields of study providing a sound preparation for careers in health, science or communications-related fields and a natural stepping stone to pursue further doctoral (PhD) studies, including our brand new PhD program in Psychology. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 77 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Eligibility Requirements
- B.A. or B.Sc. honours degree (a four year undergraduate bachelor's degree) in Psychology
- Minimum B+ (77%) or equivalent in the last two years of full-time study, or last ten full academic credits
- An average of A- (80%) in Psychology courses (preference will be given to applicants that have successfully completed at least one upper year (3rd or 4th year) undergraduate course in either statistics and / or research design and analysis
- Successful completion of an Honours Thesis or the completion of a major research project for credit
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| Test Scores: | - Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 93] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5]
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research Interests
- Portfolio
All applicants, domestic and international, must submit the following documents to complete their application:
- Transcripts: Unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts
- 2 letters of reference: Academic references are preferred; however, professional references will be accepted. Reference forms will be emailed to the referees that you have appointed on OUAC
- Plan of Study/Personal Statement: 1-2 pages outlining your objectives in a graduate program. Any specific research interests, relevant experiences, and/or career aspirations can be included
- Writing Sample: A sample of your writing of about 20 pages or less. The preferred submission format is PDF. Good choices for writing samples include: an undergraduate essay, lab report, research report, journal article, a chapter from a masters thesis, or a published article.
- Detailed Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Proof of Citizenship (ie. copy of passport or birth certificate)
- Supervisor: A potential supervisor must be chosen as an admission requirement for this program. Please list your supervisor on your OUAC application and discuss this in your plan of study. Please visit the program's Faculty and Research page for a listing of faculty and areas of research. Applicants are responsible for reaching out to a faculty member
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* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.