The Degrees of MA and MSc (Psychology) [Graduate]

Program Requirements

Normally, students are admitted into the master’s program with a bachelor’s degree. It is expected that students will generally continue in the PhD program after completing their master’s. The requirements for the master’s degree include:

1. A first-year research project,
2. The successful defense of a master’s thesis, and
3. The completion of a minimum of ★17 of graduate-level courses.

The required courses normally include: PSYCO 502  (★2); PSYCO 531  (★3); PSYCO 532  (★3); one 500- or 600-level course (★3) in the student’s research focus; and two 500- or 600-level courses (★3 each) in related areas of psychology. Focal and related courses are determined by the student’s supervisory committee.

No language other than English is required for the master’s degree.

The minimum period of residence is two four-month terms of full-time attendance at the University of Alberta.

Length of Program

Students are normally expected to complete the program in two years. However, the time required to complete the program will vary with the individual candidate. Students are evaluated annually with respect to progress in the program.