Psychology (MA)

Program Overview

Brock University's MA in Psychology program offers intensive research training in Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience, Lifespan Development, or Social/Personality. Students develop critical thinking skills through core courses, electives, and a thesis project supervised by experienced faculty. Graduates are prepared for careers in psychology, data analysis, counselling, education, and more.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology program at Brock University is designed to provide intensive research training and develop critical and scholarly thinking in various areas of psychology. The program offers three specializations: Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience, Lifespan Development, and Social/Personality. The program aims to equip students with the necessary skills for research, data analysis, and critical evaluation of psychological theories and research findings.

Outline:

The curriculum for the MA in Psychology program comprises core courses and electives tailored to each specialization. Core courses provide a foundation in research methods, statistics, and psychological theory. Elective courses allow students to explore specific areas of interest within their specialization. The program structure involves a combination of coursework, research, and a thesis project. Students typically complete the coursework in the first year and engage in research and thesis writing in the second year. The thesis project provides an opportunity for students to conduct original research under the supervision of a faculty member.

Assessment:

The assessment methods used in the program include:

• Exams (written and oral)
• Research projects
• Presentations
• Thesis defense
Students are evaluated based on their academic performance, research skills, critical thinking abilities, and communication skills.

Teaching:

The MA in Psychology program is taught by experienced faculty members with active research programs. The program emphasizes a hands-on approach, providing students with opportunities to participate in research projects, attend conferences, and present their work. The faculty provides mentorship and support to students throughout the program.

Careers:

Graduates of the MA in Psychology program are prepared for a wide range of careers in psychology and related fields. Potential career paths include:

• PhD programs in Psychology
• Data management and research design
• Data analysis
• Counselling, assessment, mental health, and healthcare
• Education and teaching
• Computer programming