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Psychology (M.A.)

McGill University

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•World Rank #73

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Psychology (M.A.) is a master's degree in Psychology programme offered by McGill University in Montréal, Canada. Tuition for international students is CAD 10,674 per semester.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Psychology
International tuition: CAD 10,674 / semester

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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Arts (M.A.) in Psychology is a thesis-based program offered by the Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Science. Students complete coursework alongside an original research thesis, developing skills in literature synthesis, research methodology, and scientific communication. The department's research areas span experimental, social, behavioural, quantitative, and cognitive psychology. The Department of Psychology also offers an M.Sc. in Psychology with the same thesis-based structure; both degrees lead to comparable research training and doctoral pathways. Graduates go on to doctoral study or apply their research training in professional settings outside academia. Admission requires an eligible bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and English-language proficiency. The program admits students in the Fall term only, with an application deadline of December 1 for both international and domestic applicants.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA. English-language proficiency. Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents; applicants should consult the program website for details.

Application Details

Start Date: September

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Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1821
Students: 40,531
World rank: #73
Programs: 323
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Psychology (M.A.) award?

McGill University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Psychology on completion of this programme.

How much does Psychology (M.A.) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 10,674 per semester.

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