Overview
About this program
Specifically, the Master of Science (MSc) in Forensic Psychology from University of Ontario Institute of Technology will prepare students for careers related to the following:
- Administration in provincial and federal programs.
- Advertising and marketing.
- Behavioural science and statistical research in government organizations.
- Design and evaluation of community programs.
- Research and/or teaching in college and university settings.
- Research and practice in behavioural science crime units within law enforcement.
- Research in mental health institutions, hospital settings, justice-related institutes, correctional facilities, pharmaceutical industry and educational entertainment industry.
- Trial consulting.
Programme Structure
Research areas:
- Children and the law
- Detection of deception
- Evidence-based policing
- Eyewitness memory
- Forensic neuroscience
- Geographic profiling
- Interrogations and confessions
- Investigative interviewing
- Psychopathy
- Sexual violence
- Wrongful conviction
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Psychology Sociology View 114 other Masters in Psychology in CanadaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Hold a four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent in Psychology or a related field (e.g., Neuroscience, Computer Science, Biology, Criminology) at a recognized institution. Students with both Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees are encouraged to apply.
- Overall academic standing of at least a B (GPA: 3.0 on a 4.3 scale or 73 to 76 per cent), with a minimum academic standing of B+ (GPA: 3.3 on a 4.3 scale or 77 to 79 per cent) in the final two full-time years (four terms) of undergraduate study, including elective courses.
Tuition Fee
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International
19166 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 19166 CAD per year during 24 months. -
National
7579 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7579 CAD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Oshawa
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.