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Master of Educational Psychology and Special Education in School and Counselling Psychology
- Saskatoon, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Master of Education in Educational Psychology and Special Education (School and Counselling Psychology) at the University of Saskatchewan covers school and counselling psychology within a department that also runs online special education and measurement streams.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Educational Psychology and Special Education in School and Counselling Psychology
- analyse relevant concepts and communicate evidence-informed conclusions.
Career outcomes
- Potential pathways include educational services
- training and further study
- regulated teaching roles may require certification. Careers and professional eligibility depend on individual qualifications and local requirements.
Curriculum
- Two-year thesis-based Master of Education in the School and Counselling Psychology stream
- the department's Special Education and Measurement and Evaluation streams are delivered online and are not covered by this row.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Four-year degree (or equivalent) from a recognized institution with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% in the last two years of study (about 60 credit units)
- some programs set higher averages or require supervisor approval
- English proficiency if English is not the first language
- Grade/entry criteria: Cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of full-time study (about 60 credit units)
- some programmes set higher averages.
Accepted academic background
Four-year undergraduate degree (or three-year Bologna-compliant first-cycle degree) in a relevant discipline; demonstrated ability for independent thought, advanced study and research
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 4.5
- Duolingo 120
- PTE Academic 63
- Cambridge 176
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Academic References
How to apply
- Review the specific programme admission requirements and intake deadline. Complete the online application on the official university website. Provide academic transcripts
- qualifications
- applicable English-language results. Upload any additional documents required by the programme. Pay the application fee if the university requires one. Monitor the application decision and respond to the offer. Complete enrollment and immigration steps where applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $16,606 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $145 CAD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Saskatoon |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Graduate research awards and departmental scholarships are competitive and subject to degree, academic record, availability and supervisor or department selection; funding is not guaranteed. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
13 Nov 2026
Closes today
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 13 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $16,606 CAD per year. The application fee is $145 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5, Duolingo 120, PTE Academic 63, Cambridge 176.

