Overview

The Clinical Psychology programme at the University of Victoria provides comprehensive training for students aiming to excel in both psychological research and professional practice. This scientist-practitioner based curriculum ensures that graduates are equipped to conduct high-level research while delivering evidence-based clinical services to the community.

Why Clinical Psychology at the University of Victoria?

The programme is CPA-accredited, ensuring that the training meets rigorous national standards for professional psychology. Students benefit from the on-campus Psychology Clinic, a dedicated outpatient mental health facility where they gain supervised experience providing assessments and therapeutic interventions. The university’s location in Victoria offers access to a wide network of over 40 registered psychologists who provide expert supervision across various practicum sites. Research is highly collaborative, allowing students to work closely with faculty members on diverse topics ranging from Indigenous mental health to neurodegenerative disorders.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 2801 per semester
National fee: CAD 2221 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum balances core psychological foundations with specialised tracks in either Clinical Lifespan Psychology or Clinical Neuropsychology. The programme emphasises research activities alongside formal coursework to prepare students for doctoral-level study. Modules may include:

Clinical Lifespan Psychology
Clinical Neuropsychology
Neuroimaging
Cognitive Rehabilitation
Mindfulness-based Neuropsychological Interventions
Assessment and Intervention Techniques
Research Methods
Psychosocial Functioning
Developmental Pathways

Careers with Clinical Psychology

Graduates of the Clinical Psychology programme are prepared for advanced roles in healthcare, research, and private practice. The M.Sc. serves as a foundational step toward a PhD, which is required for full licensure as a psychologist in most jurisdictions.

The degree is highly respected internationally, qualifying graduates for licensed practice across Canada and the United States, and providing a strong foundation for equivalency in other global regions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Psychology of Interpersonal Forgiveness

Research Methods in Psychology

Statistical Methods in Psychology

Sensation and Perception

Health Psychology
Consumer Behaviour

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Victoria, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

a 1-2 page letter of intent which includes:
the primary area you’d like to specialize in (clinical lifespan or clinical neuropsychology)
your areas of research interest
the names of at least two faculty members who you’d like to work with
details of current activity (e.g., courses in progress)
financial support requirements
two reference names and their email addresses
post-secondary transcripts

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

5602 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

4442 CAD / year

≈ 4442 CAD / year

Living costs

Victoria

Canada

1490 - 2092 CAD / month

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