MA in Psychology, University of Waterloo

The MA in Psychology at Waterloo offers students the opportunity to conduct high-impact research within one of Canada's top psychology departments. The program is designed for those who aim to pursue a PhD later and provides a flexible, research-focused environment with access to advanced labs and research groups. Delivered on-campus over 24 months as a full-time, research-oriented program, students can choose between completing a thesis or a master's research paper. Admitted students typically focus on research fields such as clinical psychology, cognitive neuroscience, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, or social psychology. The program emphasizes rigorous research training and prepares students to continue into doctoral studies or research positions.