Psychotherapy (MSc) at McMaster University

McMaster University

Canada, Hamilton

University Rank:#173

International students can study the Psychotherapy (MSc) at McMaster University at its main campus in Hamilton, Canada. This Master degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 1 year 8 months and is offered at the university's main campus. Tuition fees are USD 11,520 / per term, and students can apply for the next intake starting on September 1, 2026.

About Psychotherapy (MSc)

The psychotherapy program is a 20-month, course-based professional program. Courses cover introduction to advanced topics on mental health and evidence-based psychotherapy, with a specific focus on cognitive behavioural therapy.

The courses include nine classroom-based courses and two clinical practicum courses. The classroom-based courses include didactic lectures, small-group tutorials, self-directed activities, class presentations and practical, hands-on learning experiences.

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Requirements and Admission Criteria for Psychotherapy (MSc) at McMaster University

Entry Requirements

Honours Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
B+ (B- for Engineering) minimum average, based on a full year equivalent of final year courses (3rd/4th level) relevant to the program
Each program may set additional/higher requirements. Please review the program website for details.
Degrees and grades from foreign universities are evaluated for their equivalency to McMaster’s. Please contact the program for specific details.
Departments or programs may establish additional requirements, such as scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Admission is competitive: meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission
The admission decision is not subject to appeal
Applicants who do not meet the above mentioned requirements, should consult the Graduate Calendar to determine the requirements for exceptional cases

English Requirements

PTEMin 63
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 92

English Program Requirements

Applicants are required to submit evidence of their proficiency in the English language as part of their application. The most common evidence is a score on one of the following exams:

TOEFL: minimum score of 92 (internet based), 237 (computer based) or 580 (paper based), minimum of 20 per band; for the Faculty of Engineering a minimum score of 88 (internet based) or 213 on the (computer based) or 550 (paper based)
IELTS (Academic): minimum overall score of 6.5, with at least 5.5 in each section
CAEL: minimum overall score of 70, with at least 60 per band
MELAB: minimum score of 85
PTE Academic: minimum score of 63; for the Faculty of Engineering a minimum score of 70
York University course: YUELI Level 6 with a minimum final grade of B
University of Toronto course: Academic Level 60 with a minimum final grade of B

Each program may set additional/higher requirements. Please review the program website for details.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

11,520 / per term

Psychotherapy (MSc) at McMaster University

McMaster University

Canada, Hamilton