Master of Science in Psychological Science (Specialization in Gender and Women's Studies) (Thesis Option)
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- MasterDegree level
- 2 yearsDuration
- Thunder Bay, CanadaLocation
- SciencesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Thunder BayCampus
- Master of Science in Psychological Science (Specialization in Gender and Women's Studies) (Thesis O…Awards
- $19,000Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
The Master of Science in Psychological Science is a research-intensive program that addresses all areas of psychology including biological, cognitive, and individual and social bases of behaviour. The Psychological Science curriculum is based on an apprenticeship model, which includes flexible core courses that are appropriate to a student's area of research.
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MSc Psychological Science: Gender and Women's Studies Specialization The Department of Gender and Women's Studies at Lakehead University is dedicated to furthering an understanding of the importance of gender as a category of analysis in scholarly inquiry. Through interdisciplinary instruction, students will critically assess the relevance of existing models of knowledge in reflecting gendered experience and scholarship. The aim of the program is to encourage the development and integration of gendered teaching, learning, and research within the university community and the community at large. This Collaborative Master's program allows students to combine advanced disciplinary research with gendered scholarship from the interdisciplinary field of Gender and Women's Studies. Upon completion of the program, the degree awarded sp
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- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeFull-time
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Entry requirements
Graduate of a recognized university with a four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent, with at least second-class standing (B) based on the last 20 half courses. International applicants are recommended to hold an overall standing of Second Class - Upper Division or higher. Meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 80; PTE Academic 58; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Accepted in place of a test: completion of Lakehead University's Academic English Program, or completion of an undergraduate degree taught in English (official letter from the Registrar confirming English medium for three full years or more). The Academic English Program route satisfies programmes requiring IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 80 only. · Application fee: CAD 125.00
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- Academic transcripts
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- Passport copy
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- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$19,000 CAD / year≈ $13,971 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsGraduate Assistantships may be offered to full-time graduate students including visa students: CAD 11,314.28 at Masters level and CAD 12,338.50 at Doctoral level (maximum 270 hours over Fall and Winter terms). Faculty Research Awards may also be awarded by the student's supervisor.
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Recommended (International, complete package): Fall start 1 February; Winter start 16 September; Spring start 15 January
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Master of Science in Psychological Science (Specialization in Gender and Women's Studies) (Thesis Option) cost?
CAD 19,000 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
2 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Graduate of a recognized university with a four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent, with at least second-class standing (B) based on the last 20 half courses. International applicants are recommended to hold an overall standing of Second Class - Upper Division or higher. Meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 80; PTE Academic 58; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Accepted in place of a test: completion of Lakehead University's Academic English Program, or completion of an undergraduate degree taught in English (official letter from the Registrar confirming English medium for three full years or more). The Academic English Program route satisfies programmes requiring IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 80 only. · Application fee: CAD 125.00
Is there a scholarship?
Graduate Assistantships may be offered to full-time graduate students including visa students: CAD 11,314.28 at Masters level and CAD 12,338.50 at Doctoral level (maximum 270 hours over Fall and Winter terms). Faculty Research Awards may also be awarded by the student's supervisor.
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