Course at a Glance
- MasterDegree level
- 2 yearsDuration
- Halifax, CanadaLocation
- Health, Medicine, and Life SciencesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- HalifaxCampus
- $19,382Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Improve your skills in critical appraisal, study design, statistics, data analysis, and scientific writing. | Our vibrant master's program prepares students to conduct research into psychiatric disorders. The MSc coursework covers relevant current topics including (but not limited to) diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric disorders, neuroimaging, early interventions, personalized psychiatry, research methods that are used in medical research but also some that are specific to psychiatry, along with a graduate level statistics course. | Highlights of the program include: | Small class size, allowing for great opportunities for discussion | Lectures from faculty experts | One-on-one mentoring by a faculty supervisor and further support from a supervisory committee | Guaranteed stipend with top-ups for externally funded students
Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 7.0
- Study modeFull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Program-specific admission requirements | Program-specific admissions process · English: IELTS 7.0; TOEFL iBT 92; PTE Academic 65 · English test waiver: The Faculty of Graduate Studies will waive the language test if you completed your degree at a recognised university where the language of instruction is English and in a country where English is one of the official languages; the waiver is requested during the application process. Completion of Dalhousie English Language Studies 'English for Academic Purposes - Level 2' with an overall grade of A- is also accepted. Source: https://www.dal.ca/faculty/gradstudies/apply-graduate-studies/admission-requirements/english-requirements.html · Application fee: CAD 115.00
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$19,382 CAD / year≈ $14,251 / year
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsAt Dalhousie, we want our students to focus on their studies, rather than worry about their personal finances. | Learn more about tuition, fees, and scholarships
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: Faculty of Graduate Studies general application deadlines: September admission - June 1 (Canadian applicants), April 1 (non-Canadian applicants); January admission - October 31 (Canadian), August 31 (non-Canadian); May admission - February 28 (Canadian),…
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
Student stories
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- Average rating
- 4.9
- Google reviews
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- Rated five stars
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Average rating
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Rated five stars
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Psychiatry Research (MSc) cost?
CAD 19,382 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 7.0 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
2 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Program-specific admission requirements | Program-specific admissions process · English: IELTS 7.0; TOEFL iBT 92; PTE Academic 65 · English test waiver: The Faculty of Graduate Studies will waive the language test if you completed your degree at a recognised university where the language of instruction is English and in a country where English is one of the official languages; the waiver is requested during the application process. Completion of Dalhousie English Language Studies 'English for Academic Purposes - Level 2' with an overall grade of A- is also accepted. Source: https://www.dal.ca/faculty/gradstudies/apply-graduate-studies/admission-requirements/english-requirements.html · Application fee: CAD 115.00
Is there a scholarship?
At Dalhousie, we want our students to focus on their studies, rather than worry about their personal finances. | Learn more about tuition, fees, and scholarships
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