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Masters in Psychology in Canada
A master's in Psychology deepens research methods and a specialism such as clinical, counselling, organisational or developmental psychology. Here is how studying it in Canada works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
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- ₹15–35 lakh per year
- Intakes: Fall (Sep)
- Post-study work
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Masters in Psychology in Canada: what does it cost and is it worth it?
A master's in Psychology in Canada usually takes 1–2 years. Tuition is ≈ CAD 18,000 – 45,000 per year. After graduating: PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length.
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Official sources: IRCC — Study permit
Masters in Psychology in Canada at a glance
- Duration
- 1–2 years
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ CAD 18,000 – 45,000 per year
- Living costs
- Proof of living funds as set by IRCC, plus rent of ≈ CAD 800 – 1,800/month
- Typical budget
- ₹15–35 lakh per year
- Intakes
- Fall (Sep), Winter (Jan), Summer (May)
- English tests
- IELTS, PTE, TOEFL or CELPIP/Duolingo as accepted by the institution
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE is needed only for some research-based and top engineering programs
- Post-study work
- PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length
Overview
Why study Psychology in Canada?
A master's in Psychology deepens research methods and a specialism such as clinical, counselling, organisational or developmental psychology.
Canada offers post-graduation work permit of up to 3 years, co-op programs with paid work terms and three intakes a year.
Universities
Universities to consider in Canada
Universities we cover in Canada, lowest cost first — check each for a Psychology program.
Specialisations
Popular Psychology specialisations
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Neuroscience
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Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
Get this checklist on WhatsApp- Bachelor's: BA/B.Sc in Psychology
- Bachelor's: Related social-science degrees (conversion programs)
- Prerequisite: Research methods
- Prerequisite: Statistics
- Prerequisite: Core psychology modules
- English: IELTS, PTE, TOEFL or CELPIP/Duolingo as accepted by the institution
- GRE/GMAT: GRE is needed only for some research-based and top engineering programs
Careers
Careers after Psychology in Canada
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. Canada offers post-graduation work permit of up to 3 years. Typical roles afterwards include Research Assistant, Mental Health Support Worker and Organisational / HR Psychologist (trainee).
Many universities in Canada offer it; we shortlist based on your profile and budget.
Plan for ₹15–35 lakh per year.
Most universities accept BA/B.Sc in Psychology and related social-science degrees (conversion programs), with research methods, statistics and core psychology modules, plus IELTS, PTE, TOEFL or CELPIP/Duolingo as accepted by the institution.
PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length. During your studies: up to 24 hours/week off campus during academic sessions.
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