Master of Arts [M.A] (Counselling Psychology)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
Ranked #48 out of 691 by THE Global Ranking 2024
₹16.6 L/Yr
CA$27,010 /Yr
- The aim of the MA in Counselling Psychology (non-thesis) is to produce graduates with introductory academic preparation for research or clinical careers in counselling psychology.
- Graduates will be qualified to work in a variety of settings where educational, vocational, personal, and developmental counselling is offered.
- Graduates will have had an extensive supervised internship in either a clinical or educational setting.
- This degree requires two years (four semesters) and one summer term of full-time study.
- The program emphasizes:
- Career and vocational theory and development
- Individual and group counselling skills
- Integrating multicultural, gender, and other diversity theories into practice
- Diagnosis and assessment procedures.
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline For Fall Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | ₹1658414 (CAD 27010) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing and Food | ₹635490 (CAD 10350) |
Transportation | ₹46971 (CAD 765) |
Health Insurance | ₹73619 (CAD 1199) |
Total Cost | ₹756080 (CAD 12314) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree consisting of 18 credits of core courses in specific Psychology domains and 24 credits in related disciplines in the social sciences.
- A GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0 is required to apply for this program, i.e. 75%, is required, though successful applicants typically have CGPAs that exceed this minimum.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Candidates should hold a B.A., or equivalent in a discipline relevant to the proposed field of study. from institutions with a NAAC rating of “A”.
- The university degree, described above, must have been completed with a minimum GPA required is 3.3/4.0 or the equivalent.
- Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
6.5 / 9
Avg. Score in
IELTS
86 / 120
Avg. Score in
TOEFL
65 / 90
Avg. Score in
PTE
3.3 / 4
Minimum gpa
GPA
Required Document List
Followings are the required documents:
- Official Transcripts: Students need to submit a copy of their original transcripts.
- Personal Statement: A statement no longer than 500 words must be uploaded through uApply. Write the words 'PERSONAL STATEMENT' as well as your first and last name at the top of the page of your pdf document. The personal statement should briefly describe your previous experience (research, educational, extracurricular, work), career goals, and any special circumstances that should be taken into consideration for your application.
- Three Reference Letter: Students will choose letter writers who will be able to comment on their academic record and other experiences or relevant skill sets.
- CV/Resume: including a summary of your academic background, professional experience, and other relevant activities (e.g., community involvement, volunteer work, etc.).
- Academic documents.
- English Language Requirement Scores like TOEFL, IELTS, etc.
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- This program qualifies graduates for membership into the Ordre des conseillers et conseillères d'orientation du Québec (OCCOQ).
- Regarding specific requirements for professional practice, students are advised to consult with the licensing bodies of the province, territory, or state where they wish to practice after their studies.
- Graduates typically enter the workforce as counsellors after successful completion of this stream.
- School counselor
- Clinical social worker
- Organizational counselor
- Adult and geriatric counselor
- Group counselor or therapist
- Sports psychologist
- Health psychologist
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
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Sandhya and Swati Sharma MBA Leadership Award | Scholarship per student₹ 4.8 L/Yr$7,823 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
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Saryu Doshi Graduate Fellowships in Liberal Arts & Sciences | Scholarship per student₹ 2.5 L/Yr$4,078 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Bharat Petroleum Scholarship 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Axol Science Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 1.2 L/Yr$2,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 61,400/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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