Brock University - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Psychology

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Program Information

School:Brock University - Faculty of Graduate Studies
Faculty:Faculty of Social Sciences
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Psychology, General
Description:The Psychology Department offers MA and PhD programs. Students may select Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience, Lifespan Development, or Social/Personality as their focus. Both MA and PhD programs are characterized by active faculty collaboration within and across areas and by a research focus. Both programs have a part-time option. Part-time students must ensure that there is sufficient flexibility in their work schedules to allow for attendance at courses, seminars, colloquia, and examinations; to engage in data collection; and to participate in meetings with supervisors as required. Student-faculty meetings are scheduled at the mutual convenience of the student and supervisor. The PhD program offers special opportunities for students to individualize their learning experience through a choice of methods courses and a choice of electives, including apprenticeships and independent study courses.
URL:Psychology at Brock University - Faculty of Graduate Studies
Length:2 Year(s)
Careers:Psychologists

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*78
Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 80] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. ] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or CanTEST [min. 4.5]
Application Notes : Scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test are recommended but not required. See the program website for additional information. Applicant’s need to request official hard copies that once received, need to be uploaded to their application. Please do not have hard copies sent to the University. Scores on the GRE Psychology Subject Test are NOT required for those with backgrounds in psychology or neuroscience.
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Statement of Research Interests
Successful completion of an Honours Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in Psychology or Neuroscience with a minimum average of 78%. Successful applicants typically have achieved an average of at least 80% in each of their last two years of undergraduate study. An empirical Honours thesis, or evidence of similar research is required.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on September 12, 2022