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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Arts in Psychology _ Social Psychology (Research-Based)

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Arts in Psychology _ Social Psychology (Research-Based)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $6,198 CAD

  • Application fee

    $125 CAD

  • Duration

    4 years

  • PGWP

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    3.5 out of 4.33

Highlights
Research Project
Thesis

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-September 01-December-2023 2023-12-01

Overview

Master of Arts in Psychology _ Social Psychology

Faculty in the social area at SFU demonstrate that a rigorous social science can engage questions of basic human processes while also providing insights relevant to the society in which we live. 

The Faculty's research uses a variety of methods, including experimental, observational, correlational, longitudinal, and qualitative approaches, in laboratory and field settings.  

The social psychology area cultivates a cooperative and supportive research environment, and faculty regularly engage in collaborative research.

The social psychology area at Simon Fraser University conducts research on the following topics:

  • Collective identity and intergroup relations
  • Prejudice and discrimination, intergroup contact, and collective action
  • Adjustment and functioning in intimate relationships
  • Altruism, prosocial behaviour, and social support
  • Happiness, well-being
  • Pro-environmental attitudes and behaviour

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$15,934

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $6,924
Accommodation 1 bed room $9,736
Tuition 1 person $6,198

Hourly wage

Min wage

16.75 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Statement of Intent
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Reference Letters
  • Transcripts
  • English proficiency test scores
  • Passport

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

7
6.5
listening
6.5
writing
6.5
speaking
6.5
reading

TOEFL

93
20
listening
20
writing
20
speaking
20
reading

PTE

65
60
listening
60
writing
60
speaking
60
reading

Cambridge

193
-
listening
-
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

Academic background and requirement

Students admitted to this graduate program have a Psychology Honours degree (prefer) or a Psychology Major with a strong research experience in psychology, and a strong background in psychology methodology and statistics

Experience in a research lab is highly recommended. Incoming students must have a solid grounding in methods and statistics used in Psychology, as they will take advanced courses in both in their first year

They also need a foundation in theory and a solid understanding of the literature associated with their research.

Please note that work experience does not weigh that heavily in the University's decisions. Your work experience will not prepare you for the rigours of this graduate program.

Career opportunities

  • Clinical psychologist
  • Counselling psychologist
  • Education mental health practitioner
  • Educational psychologist
  • Forensic psychologist
  • Further education teacher
  • Health psychologist
  • High-intensity therapist
  • Career and employment counsellor
  • Community Development Worker
  • Social worker
  • Human resource manager
  • Psychotherapist

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