Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Counselling Psychology

Main campus, Montreal, Canada

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# 26QS Subject Rankings

48 monthsProgram duration

20,011 CADTuition Fee/year

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Students pursuing a Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology take a combination of theoretical, practical, and research-based courses throughout the duration of their degree. The program draws upon a number of different sciences (including developmental, social, career and neuropsychology and personality theory) to develop critically astute researchers and exceptionally skilled clinicians. Building on the M.A. in Counselling Psychology (Project concentration), or equivalent, the program offers opportunities in Practicum, Supervision, and full-year Internships to develop clinical skills while also working toward the completion of a doctoral dissertation (thesis). The Ph.D. program, has the following aims:

To contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of counselling psychology.
To practise from a strong evidence base.
To take a leadership role in community, professional, and university organizations in counselling psychology.

Graduates of the program will be prepared to assume careers in education and community settings, including faculty positions, counselling and psychological positions on the staff of university and college mental health centres, and professional positions in psychological agencies offering preventative mental health services. The program is currently accredited by the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA), and the Ordre des psychologues du Québec (OPQ) (Please note that the APA no longer accredits programs outside of the United States of America). Graduates are eligible for licensure in Quebec.

Program overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

To contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of counselling psychology.
To practise from a strong evidence base.
To take a leadership role in community, professional, and university organizations in counselling psychology.

Admission requirements

TOEFL

86+

Bachelor GPA

IELTS

6.5+

Program Duration

4 Years

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

4,991 CAD

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

20,011 CAD

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Counselling Psychology

Main campus, Montreal, Canada

# 26QS Subject Rankings

48 monthsProgram duration

20,011 CADTuition Fee/year

YesScholarships

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