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Counselling Psychology: Master of Arts (MA)

Trinity Western University

Langley, British Columbia, Canada

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Offered by Trinity Western University in Langley, Canada, Counselling Psychology: Master of Arts (MA) is a master's degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy programme. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Tuition is CAD 48,132 per total for local students.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Counselling & Psychotherapy
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 48,132 / total

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: twu.ca ·

Program details

Overview

Trinity Western University's Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (CPSY), offered through TWU's School of Graduate Studies, prepares students for employment in counselling and related fields and is fully accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counsellor Education Programs. Admission expects a four-year Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, with Honours Psychology preferred, and the program builds on eight undergraduate psychology prerequisite courses, including introductory psychology and statistics, research design, brain and behaviour, abnormal and personality psychology, developmental psychology, and a basic counselling skills course. Delivered fully in person, the program is completed in two years on a full-time or part-time basis, with one intake each year in the Fall term and an application deadline of January 31, and is intended for students seeking employment in counselling and related fields.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: Applicants require a four-year Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology (Honours Psychology preferred) or an equivalent four-year degree from an accredited institution, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (B) based on the last two years of the BA, including a minimum grade of 3.7 (A-) in at least four upper-level prerequisite psychology courses. Eight undergraduate psychology courses are required as prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Statistics, Research Design/Methods, Brain and Behaviour, Abnormal Psychology, Personality Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and a Basic Counselling Skills course. Non-native English speakers must submit an academic IELTS score of 7.5 on all bands, a Duolingo score of 140, or an iBT TOEFL score of 5.5 or higher (105 or higher for TOEFL exams taken before January 21, 2026).

Application Details

Start Date: Fall

About Trinity Western University

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Type: University
Control: Private
Campus setting: Suburban
Founded: 1962
Students: 5,000
Programs: 84
Location: Langley, British Columbia, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Counselling Psychology: Master of Arts (MA) award?

Trinity Western University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Counselling & Psychotherapy on completion of this programme.

How long does Counselling Psychology: Master of Arts (MA) take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Counselling Psychology: Master of Arts (MA) cost?

Tuition is CAD 48,132 per total for local students.

Can Counselling Psychology: Master of Arts (MA) be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Trinity Western University.

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