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Psychology (Neuroscience and Applied Cognitive Science)

University of Guelph
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #30
Tuition EUR 4,356 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,761 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Guelph, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Psychology (Neuroscience and Applied Cognitive Science) at University of Guelph is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences 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 natural sciences. 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 Psychology (Neuroscience and Applied Cognitive Science) 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 6.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 4,356 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,761 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Guelph, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Psychology (Neuroscience and Applied Cognitive Science) programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:

  1. Research Scientist
  2. Environmental Consultant
  3. Laboratory Manager
  4. Science Writer
  5. Policy Advisor
  6. Academic Researcher

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Research Design and Statistics
  2. Ethical Issues in Psychology
  3. Animal Care Short Course
  4. Applications of Cognitive Science
  5. Foundations of Cognitive Science
  6. Memory and Cognition
  7. Neurobiology of Learning
  8. Neuropsychology
  9. Principles of Neuroscience

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Consideration for admission to the Master\'s program will be given to students with:

  • an Honours B.A. or B.Sc. (or its equivalent) in Psychology or an allied field (Neuroscience, Applied Cognitive Science)

and

  • a minimum of a B+admission GPA .

  • For international applicants the admission GPA is cumulative.

  • Students are normally expected to have taken courses across the breadth of psychology with some courses in the field to which they are applying.

  • A strong background in methodology and statistics is expected.

  • Applicants are expected to have undertaken a senior honours thesis project or senior research project equivalent.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 4,356 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,761 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: EUR 4,356 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,761 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Guelph 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 Guelph

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University of Guelph

Guelph, Canada

TheUniversity of Guelph(U of GorGuelph) is a comprehensivepublicresearch universityinGuelph,Ontario, Canada. It was established in 1964 after the amalgamation ofOntario Agricultural College(1874),...

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months