Psychology  (Developmental and Communication Science) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)

    Psychology  (Developmental and Communication Science) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)

    Duration12 month(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 5,504 / per term
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    Psychology (Developmental and Communication Science) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)

    About

    Deepen your understanding of children’s cognitive and communicative development with the Master of Applied Science in Psychology (Developmental and Communication Science) program.

    This program is designed to provide intensive and applied research experience for serious students who have already built a strong background in developmental psychology or a related field but are either unsure about or not seeking to pursue further research at the PhD level*.

    Completed over one-year on a full-time basis, you can choose between the coursework or the master’s research paper study option, with additional options to complete a community practicum or a research lab internship to gain hands-on experience.

    This degree will help give you a stronger foundation in early childhood education, teaching, speech-language pathology or any career where a more intensive background of the methodologies are required, like social work, policy work, journalism and marketing.

    *If you’re interested in pursuing an MA or PhD, please apply directly to the MA or PhD program.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • Applications for admission are open to individuals who will have completed an honours bachelor's degree in Psychology or related, approved equivalent (e.g., Linguistics, Computer Science) by the time of entrance to the program.
    • A 80% overall standing in the last two years, or equivalent, in a four-year honours bachelor's degree or equivalent.
    • Applicants whose ultimate goal is a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) should apply directly to the PhD program.
    • Students accepted to the MASc in Psychology - Developmental and Communication Science program cannot automatically transfer to the PhD program in any of the divisions of the Psychology Department; they must reapply on the same basis as other PhD applicants and in competition with each other. Graduate Record Examination results are required when applying to the PhD program.

    English Program Requirements

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    5,504 / per term
    Psychology (Developmental and Communication Science) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
    University of Waterloo
    University of Waterloo
    Canada

    Canada, Waterloo

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