Lakehead University

Overview

The Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with a focus on Gender and Women’s Studies at Lakehead University offers a unique blend of advanced clinical psychology training and an interdisciplinary perspective on gender and social equity. This program is tailored for those seeking to engage in research and practice within the realm of psychology while emphasizing the importance of gender and social contexts in psychological practices.

What you'll study

The program encompasses a comprehensive curriculum designed for completion over six terms of continuous registration. Students will engage in both clinical psychology training and gender-focused scholarship, culminating in a required research-based thesis.

Core coursework may cover:

• Clinical Psychology
• Gender and Women’s Studies
• Advanced Statistics and Experimental Design
• Psychometrics
• Historical and Scientific Foundations of Psychology

Specialized courses in Gender and Women’s Studies may include:

• Ecofeminism
• Housewives, Radicals and Gender-Blenders: Theorizing Equality
• Human Rights and the Museum
• Women, Technology and Cyberculture
• Queer Studies
• Regulating Reproduction and Families

Students will complete a thesis that integrates clinical psychology interests with gendered scholarship, and those lacking a foundation in quantitative skills may need to undertake additional preparatory coursework.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

• International applicants should have a minimum academic standing of 75% or 3.0 on a 4-point scale.
• An accredited university degree equivalent to a Lakehead University 4-year degree is required.
• Applicants should be prepared for graduate-level coursework in research methods and quantitative reasoning; additional preparation may be necessary for those without sufficient prior coursework.

English requirements

• Duolingo English Test: minimum score of 110
• TOEFL iBT: minimum score of 100
• IELTS: minimum score of 6.5

Additional notes

• Admission to the program is competitive, and international applicants are encouraged to apply early.
• Prospective thesis-based students should reach out to potential supervisors and ensure their English proficiency requirements are met.

Career prospects

Graduates of the MA in Clinical Psychology (Gender and Women’s Studies) program may pursue a variety of career paths in clinical settings, research, advocacy, and policy-making. The interdisciplinary training equips students with the skills to address complex psychological issues while considering the influences of gender and social context, making them valuable contributors to the field of psychology and related disciplines.