Program Description
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counselling Psychology offered by the Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology in the Faculty of Education is a research-intensive program that emphasizes challenging and innovative learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in literature review, critical thinking, and communication to pursue professional opportunities in academia or industry.
Keywords: research, psychotherapy, clinical training, assessment, intervention, diversity.
Unique Program Features
- The program is built on the scientist-practitioner model;
- The program is currently accredited by the Quebec Order of Psychologists (OPQ) and the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA);
- Graduates 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.
University-Level Admission Requirements
- An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
- English-language proficiency
Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.
Visit our Educational credentials and grade equivalencies and English language proficiency webpages for additional information.
Program Website
PhD in Counselling Psychology website
Department Contact
Graduate Program counsellingpsych.education [at] mcgill.ca (subject: PhD%20in%20Counselling%20Psychology) (email)
Available Intakes
Fall
Application Deadlines
| Intake | Applications Open | Application Deadline - International | Application Deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALL | September 15 | December 1 | December 1 |
| WINTER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SUMMER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.