At Tyndale University in Toronto, Canada, MA/MS in Thanatology is offered as a master's degree in Others programme. The programme runs for 2 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 21,033 per year (CAD 18,846 per year for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Others
Duration: 2 years
Local tuition: CAD 18,846 / year
International tuition: CAD 21,033 / year
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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Last checked September 2026 · Source: tyndale.ca ·
Program details
Overview
This program grants a Master of Arts in Thanatology, the study of death, dying, grief, and bereavement, examined through physical, ethical, spiritual, medical, sociological, and psychological perspectives. The curriculum totals 18 courses completed over two years and covers the grieving process, ethical issues surrounding death and dying, cultural, gender, and societal attitudes toward death, and the role of ritual and memorialization. Students develop skills to support individuals and families facing end-of-life, bereavement, and death-related issues in both secular and church settings. An internship is required to complete the degree, and students seeking certification with the Canadian Thanatology Positive Support network must complete an internship of 260 hours. The program suits graduates and professionals working in chaplaincy, counselling, healthcare, social work, or ministry contexts who want specialized training in supporting the bereaved and those confronting mortality.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:2.30 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: Tyndale Seminary's MA admission requirements apply: applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university or college and meet a minimum grade point average of 2.3, 67%, or a 'C+' average for the Thanatology concentration. The Admissions Committee retains discretion, and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Applicants whose first language is not English, or who have not studied for three years at an English-medium institution, must submit an approved English proficiency test score.
