Psychology Mount Royal University

Overview

The Psychology programme at Mount Royal University provides a comprehensive scientific foundation for understanding the complexities of human thought, emotion, and behaviour. Students engage with a curriculum designed to foster critical thinking and research skills essential for addressing modern societal challenges.

This four-year degree emphasises a balanced approach to psychological science, blending theoretical knowledge with practical application. Learners benefit from a supportive academic environment where they can explore how biological and social factors shape the human experience across the lifespan.

Why Psychology at Mount Royal University?

Mount Royal University offers a student-first undergraduate experience characterised by small class sizes and direct access to supportive faculty. The institution provides modern laboratory facilities equipped with advanced research tools, allowing students to apply classroom concepts in a professional setting.

Distinctive features include the honours stream, which allows high-achieving students to conduct independent research and complete a faculty-mentored thesis. Furthermore, the university facilitates immersive field schools and study abroad opportunities to broaden global perspectives and enhance cultural understanding.

The programme is deeply integrated with the local community, offering work-integrated learning and co-op placements. These partnerships ensure that students gain relevant professional experience in psychology-related settings before graduation, bridging the gap between academic study and the workforce.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 25604 per year
• National fee: CAD 9200 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to guide students from foundational principles to advanced specialised topics. Modules may include:

Year 1

• Psychology I
• Psychology II: Career Readiness - Work Integrated Learning

Years 2-4

• Life-Span Development
• Social Psychology
• Cognitive Psychology
• Biopsychology
• Psychopathology

Careers with Psychology

Graduates are well-equipped for diverse roles across the social services, business, healthcare, and education sectors. The analytical and communication skills developed during the programme are highly valued by employers in both the public and private spheres.

Potential career paths include roles such as addictions or career counsellors, health services workers, and research analysts. Many alumni also find success as marketing officers, public relations specialists, hospice coordinators, government researchers, or technical writers.

For those interested in clinical practice, the degree serves as a vital stepping stone toward becoming a registered psychologist or psychotherapist. These specific pathways typically require additional postgraduate education and professional certification following the completion of the undergraduate degree.