Master of Arts (Psychology)

The Master of Arts in Psychology at Universite de Moncton is a research-based graduate program giving students in-depth training in conducting psychological research, developing the competencies needed to design and carry out original studies in the field. The program is completed over 24 months of full-time study under the supervision of a faculty member authorized to direct master's-level research, and new students are admitted for the fall (September) session. Admission is conditional on a professor agreeing to sponsor the student's research, and applicants must submit a letter of intent describing their area of interest in psychology as part of the application to the Admissions Office. The program is intended for students holding an undergraduate degree in psychology who wish to develop advanced research skills, preparing them for doctoral study in psychology or for careers requiring applied research competencies.