Program Overview
The Genetic Counseling at University of British Columbia is a MSc programme in Psychology over 20 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 Genetic Counseling 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: 20 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: CAD 38,420 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; CAD 38,047 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Vancouver, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Genetic Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Human Molecular Genetics
- Human Genetics
- Genetics and Ethics
- Concepts in Clinical Genetics for Genetic Counselling
- Introductory Clinical and Laboratory Rotation
- Basic Interviewing Skills
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A 2-3 page personal essay
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Three letters of reference
- Transcript(s)
- Application Form
- Application Fee
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 38,420 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; CAD 38,047 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 38,420 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; CAD 38,047 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of British Columbia 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 University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, Canada
public research university in British Columbia, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 20 months
