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Master of Science (MSc), Thesis-based in Psychology at University of Calgary

University of Calgary, Canada

Programme overview

The thesis-based MSc in Psychology offers specializations that include Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Students complete at least 12 units of coursework and a thesis.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts  |  Department: Department of Psychology  |  Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

A minimum of 12 units: PSYC600 Professional Development, at least 6 units from advanced research design and analysis courses (PSYC607, 611, 613, 615, 617 or 619), and at least 3 units from PSYC601, 620, 623, 630, 639 or integrative seminars.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Deadlines for the submission of completed applications are available on the Future Students website: . In addition to Faculties of Graduate Studies and Arts requirements , the Department requires: a) A four-year undergraduate degree in Psychology or related discipline. Students not having an undergraduate degree in Psychology must demonstrate adequate background in psychology. Those needing additional work may be required to take particular courses. b) A minimum admission grade point average of 3.40 on a four-point scale over the last 60 units. c) An undergraduate course in statistics/experimental design. d) For applicants required to provide proof of proficiency in English, a minimum TOEFL (iBT) score of 105 (5.0 for tests taken after January 21, 2026), an IELTS score of 7.5, a CAEL score of 70 with a minimum of 70 in each component, or a PTE score of 75.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate academic term start dates are Fall (September 1), Winter (January 1), Spring (May 1) and Summer (July 1); intake terms vary by programme.

The graduate application fee is $125 for Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents and $145 for international students, per application; applications are made online and deadlines are set by each programme.

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