Psychology (MSc)

University of Victoria

Canada, Victoria

University Rank:#358

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Duration2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 4,143 / Year

Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

Psychology (MSc)

About

In this program, you’ll receive extensive professional research training. You'll improve your professional writing and analytical skills as you create your thesis.

You’ll engage with faculty-supervised research in one of the following areas:

Cognition and brain sciences (e.g., embodied cognition, memory, visual perception)
Social psychology (e.g., interpersonal relationships, motivation, personality)
Lifespan health and development (e.g., early development, aging, self-regulation)

You also have the option of engaging in individualized research tailored to your interests.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

Program specific requirements

It’s preferable if your bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) is in psychology.

As part of your application, you must submit:

a 1-2 page letter of intent which includes:
- the primary area you’d like to specialize in
- your areas of research interest
- the names of at least two faculty members who you’d like to work with
- details of current activity (e.g., courses in progress)
- financial support requirements
two reference names and their email addresses
post-secondary transcripts

Program specific requirements

It’s preferable if your bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) is in psychology.

As part of your application, you must submit:

a 1-2 page letter of intent which includes:
- the primary area you’d like to specialize in
- your areas of research interest
- the names of at least two faculty members who you’d like to work with
- details of current activity (e.g., courses in progress)
- financial support requirements
two reference names and their email addresses
post-secondary transcripts

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

4,143 / year

Psychology (MSc)

University of Victoria

Canada, Victoria

Go to Official Website