Program Overview
The Counseling Psychology at McGill University is a MA programme in Psychology over 27 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Counseling Psychology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 27 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 7,248 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 3,465 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Québec, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Counseling Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Prof. Practice of Psych
- Career Psychology
- Theories of Intervention
- Intermediate Statistics (Lec)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
It is the applicant\'s responsibility to ensure they satisfy the admission requirements of their program, including the completion of the required coursework prior to admission. Prospective applicants should ensure that they have taken the appropriate courses before beginning their application.
Academic Background
To be eligible applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree consisting of 42 credits of core courses in specific Psychology domains. Consult the Pre-Admission Academic Checklist - Project [.doc] for a detailed overview of academic requirements. Prospective applicants should ensure they have taken the appropriate courses before beginning their application.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Due to our high volume of applicants, Departmental Faculty and Staff do not review an applicant\'s academic history in order to help the applicant complete the Pre-Admission Academic Checklist. Applicants are asked to thoroughly consult the Pre-Admission Academic Domain Guide (link above) and use course descriptions and other course materials from completed courses, to complete the checklist to the best of their abilities. Successful applicants who are offered admission will be advised of any conditions of acceptance on their letter of admission (which may include fulfilling any pre-requisite course requirements). At the time of application, applicants can be missing up to 6-credits of courses from their Pre-Admission Academic Checklist. However, are required to have all Pre-Admission course requirements completed by the beginning of their degree (i.e. their first term, Fall year 1, of study).CGPA Requirements
All candidates must have a minimum CGPA of 3.2 out of 4.0 over the final two years of full-time study at the undergraduate level. This CGPA requirement, along with the successful completion of a Bachelor\'s degree, is a minimum requirement only and does not guarantee acceptance. The average CGPA of all students admitted into the MA in Counselling Psychology in past years has averaged 3.70 out of 4.0.English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 7,248 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 3,465 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 7,248 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 3,465 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact McGill University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About McGill University
McGill University
Montréal, Canada
McGill University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 27 months
