University of Saskatchewan - College of Graduate Studies and Research

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Psychology - Culture, Health and Human Development

University of Saskatchewan - College of Graduate Studies and Research

Faculty:College of Graduate Studies and Research
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Psychology, General
Areas of Research:Cultural and cross-cultural research on development, health and well-being, Aboriginal health, disability, cancer, education, immigration and acculturation. Faculty and students engage in local, national, and international research, employing qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches.
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $4,698
Careers:Psychologists

Description:

The Culture and Human Development program seeks to understand developmental processes in cultural context and across the lifespan. It is built upon interdisciplinary research and training with primary strengths in developmental, social, and clinical psychology as well as cultural and medical anthropology. This program seeks to understand developmental processes in cultural context and across the lifespan. It is built upon interdisciplinary research and training with primary strengths in developmental, social, and clinical psychology as well as cultural and medical anthropology. The program emphasizes qualitative as well as quantitative research approaches, and research in both the local and global contexts.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*70
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Applicants require a Culture and Human Development: Undergraduate Honours or Master’s degree in any relevant area of training with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. 60 credit units).. Honours or Master’s training should demonstrate a substantial research component.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Statement of Research Interests

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on October 11, 2022