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Counseling Psychology

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Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Calgary, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Counseling Psychology at University of Calgary is a MSc programme in Psychology over 24 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Location: Calgary, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Counseling Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:

  1. Clinical Psychologist
  2. Organisational Psychologist
  3. Researcher
  4. Counsellor
  5. Human Resources Specialist
  6. Behaviour Analyst

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Ethics in Educational Psychology
  2. Research Design in Statistics II
  3. Multivariate Design & Analysis
  4. Research Methodology in Education II
  5. Theoretical and Clinical Foundations of Assessment
  6. Psychological Assessment of Adults
  7. Psychological Assessment
  8. Creating a Working Alliance
  9. Educational Theory in Counselling
  10. Cultural Influences on Professional Practice
  11. Group Processes in Applied Psychology
  12. Theories of Career Development
  13. Practicum in Counselling Psychology (Full year course-6 credits)
  14. Development, Learning, and Cognition: Children and Adolescents
  15. Development, Learning, and Cognition: Adult
  16. Program Development and Evaluation I
  17. Program Development and Evaluation II
  18. Practicum: Counselling Psychology I

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

The Master of Science in Counselling Psychology is an on-campus thesis-based degree. In addition to the Faculty of Graduate Studies admission requirements, GPE requirements include:(a) A four-year undergraduate degree in Psychology, or a 2-year After-Degree in Psychology , with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (equivalent to a B or 72% in many universities) over the courses taken during the last two years of study.(b) A minimum of three full-course equivalents in applied psychology and/or psychology comprised of:At least one full-course equivalent in statistics and research design (Note: for those who completed a psychology degree at the University of Calgary, PSYC 312 acts as an equivalent),A senior undergraduate psychology or applied psychology course in each of developmental psychology, learning theory, and personality theory, and basic communication skills for counselling (e.g., PSYC 405 Creating a Working Alliance from Athabasca University).(c) A completed application form(d) CV - include the following items as applicable: Educational history, awards and scholarships, presentations and publications employment, research experience, volunteering, and professional development.(e) Statement of Intent (approximately 500 words) indicating your reasons for wanting to pursue graduate work in this program.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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