Supervisors
Learn about faculty available to supervise this degree.
A full list of supervisors accepting new students is posted on the Department of Psychology website in early Fall. Contact the program for more information.
Program overview
Giving students the knowledge they need for entry to a doctoral program, the Clinical Psychology (MSc Thesis) program is a vital rung in the ladder toward a research, academic or clinical career in psychology and health care. Accredited by the Canadian Psychological Association, the program is designed for those continuing on to the doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Calgary. Clinical psychology is an evidence-based science that advances knowledge of the causes, prevention, assessment and treatment of psychological problems, along with the promotion of health and wellness.
Completing this program
- Courses: Students may take courses such as Psychopathology, Assessment, Psychotherapy, and Neuropsychology across a range of age groups.
- Thesis: Students will complete an original research thesis, based on a research collection, analysis and interpretation of original data.
- Research Proposal: Students must complete a master’s thesis proposal for thesis research.
Outcomes
Research, academic, or clinical career in university, health, and mental health settings.
Consistent with its goal of doctoral training, the program only admits MSc students who wish to pursue the doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Calgary.
Thesis-based program
Students are required to prepare a thesis and successfully defend in an open oral defense.
Courses
10 core courses and clinical practica
Learn more about program requirements in the Academic Calendar
Classroom delivery
Time commitment
Two years full time; four years maximum
Supervisor
A supervisor is required prior to the start of the program.
Fees and funding
See the Graduate Calendar for information on fees and fee regulations, and for information on awards and financial assistance.
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UnavailableGeriatric neuropsychology, Adult ADHD -
Accepting InquiriesBehavioral Medicine, Adherence, Health Behaviors, Chronic Disease, Motivation -
Accepting InquiriesPsychosocial Oncology -
UnavailableDepression, Stigma, Workplace mental health, Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and their effects on adults -
Accepting InquiriesHealthy Relationship Promotion/Violence Prevention, Suicide Prevention, School Mental Health, Program Evaluation, Implementation Science -
Seeking StudentsChild Development, Language and Cognition -
Accepting InquiriesAddictive Behaviours -
UnavailableClinical Geropsychology -
Accepting InquiriesDeterminants of Child Development, Child Development; Clinical Psychology -
Accepting Inquiries
Admission Requirements
GPA
A minimum of 3.6 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree.
Minimum education
An honours degree in Psychology or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Work samples
None
Documents
A one-page statement of research and professional interests, including the specification of prospective research supervisors from among current program faculty.
In addition, please submit a one-page (excluding references) research proposal.
Reference letters
Two academic letters
Test scores
None
English language proficiency
An applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requirement in one of the following ways:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 105.
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 7.5.
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) score of 75, or higher (Academic version).
- Canadian Academic English Language test (CAEL) score of 70 with no section less than 70.
- Academic Communication Certificate (ACC) score of A- in each course.
Deadlines
For admission on September 1:
- Canadians and permanent residents: Dec. 1 application deadline
- International students: Dec. 1 application deadline
If you're not a Canadian or permanent resident, or if you have international credentials, make sure to learn about international requirements
Learn more about this program
Department of Psychology
Administration Building, Room AD255
539 Campus Place NW
Calgary, ABT2N 1N4
403.220.5659
Faculty of Arts
University of Calgary
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4
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