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Master of Arts in Psychedelics and Consciousness Studies (Course-Based)

University of Ottawa

Canada,Ontario

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12 Months

Duration

CAD 30,000/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 120

Application Fee

Sep 2026

Apply Date

Canada, Ontario

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1848

Total Students: 40,000 +

Int. Students: 5,400 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

75 Laurier Ave E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Arts in Psychedelics and Consciousness Studies (Course-Based)

Program Overview

The Master's in Psychedelics program is unique in integrating interdisciplinary perspectives within the Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy framework. According to Dr. Anne Vallely, Co-director and professor in the Department of Classics and Religious Studies, "While such transpersonal experiences can lead to life changing insights, they can also trigger existential challenges that go beyond what traditional clinical training can address. Our program addresses this by integrating psychological and spiritual training: students learn about the human quest for transcendence and the mythic structures of consciousness alongside the psychology of mental health, neuroscience, and the dynamics of therapeutic encounters."

Program Highlights

Interdisciplinary Education: Students will explore the medical, therapeutic, spiritual and ritual uses of psychedelics to gain insights from diverse cultural perspectives.
Advanced Research: Emphasis on innovative research in consciousness studies, comparative mysticism, and mental health.
Culturally Sensitive Therapies: Students will learn about culturally sensitive psychedelic-assisted therapies.
Professional Training: Practical training for licensed medical providers to become skilled facilitators and integration counselors for psychedelic treatment sessions.
Spiritual Care Training: Spiritual caregivers - including clergy and chaplains - will receive training to support individuals undergoing psychedelic treatments for mental health, bereavement, and end-of-life.
Traditional Healing Practices: Based on Indigenous traditions of psychedelic plant use for wellness and spirituality, there is interdisciplinary training on psychedelics in shamanic or ritualistic settings.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

112 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

12 Months

Backlogs Allowed

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
sep 2025		Closed
sep 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 120

Tuition Fee

CAD 30,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of Ottawa

CAD 20,600 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - 6 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 92
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 58.0 Minimum Writing - 58.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have an an honours bachelor’s degree or equivalent or higher degree in any related discipline.

Minimum CGPA Required: 70.00 %

Additional Information

Career opportunities

Graduates of the Master's in Psychedelics program will be well-prepared for a variety of exciting and impactful careers, including:

Clinical Researchers: Conducting groundbreaking studies to further understand the therapeutic potential of psychedelics.
Therapists and Counselors: Providing innovative, evidence-based treatments to individuals suffering from mental health conditions.
Policy Advocates: Working to shape policies and regulations that facilitate safe and effective use of psychedelics.
Educators: Teaching the next generation of students about the benefits and challenges of psychedelic substances.

Scholarships

Scholarships for international students 2025-2026

Type of Scholarship	Value	Description	Number
Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship	Varies depending on the program of studies.	In keeping with its commitment to the French-speaking world, the University of Ottawa offers a Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship to international Francophone and Francophile students enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program given in French, or in the French Immersion Stream. This major assistance reduces tuition fees considerably. Visit the Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship page to learn more about the eligibility criteria and conditions to maintain the scholarship. Note: All eligible students will receive this scholarship automatically when they enroll.	---
International English Entrance Scholarship: Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Vietnam and Africa	Ranges from $2,250 to $7,500 per term, depending on the candidate’s country of origin and the faculty offering the program. Note: Renewable each term (maximum of 12 terms).	The University of Ottawa is proud of its internationally diverse student body. This renewable scholarship is for international students who are citizens of Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Vietnam or any country in Africa, and who are newly admitted in the fall 2024 term or thereafter in an eligible undergraduate program offered in English. This significant contribution reduces tuition fees by $5,000 to $15,000 per year, depending on the country and faculty. The scholarship is awarded automatically to eligible candidates upon full-time enrolment. Tuition fees are immediately reduced by the amount of the scholarship. This scholarship cannot be combined with the International English Excellence Scholarship. Learn more about the International English Entrance Scholarship.	Unlimited
International English Excellence Scholarship: Bangladesh, China, South Korea, India, Indonesia, Vietnam and Africa	Ranges from $2,500 to $12,500 per term, depending on the candidate’s country of origin and the faculty offering the program.	The University of Ottawa is proud of its internationally diverse student body. This renewable scholarship is for top international students who are citizens of Bangladesh, China, South Korea, India, Indonesia, Vietnam or any country in Africa, and who are newly admitted in the fall 2024 term or thereafter and enrol in an eligible undergraduate program offered in English. This significant contribution reduces tuition fees by $5,000 to $25,000 per year, depending on the program and faculty. The scholarship is awarded automatically to successful candidates upon full-time enrolment. Tuition fees are immediately reduced by the amount of the scholarship. This scholarship cannot be combined with the International English Entrance Scholarship.Learn more about the International English Excellence Scholarship.	Depends on country
Faculty of Arts Dean's Merit Scholarship	$4,000 ($1,000 per year)	The Faculty of Arts awards 10 of these renewable scholarships, each valued at a total of $4,000. Applicants must be enrolled full-time, and for the first time, in an undergraduate program at the Faculty of Arts and have a minimum admission average of 90%. This scholarship can be renewed for the three following years provided the student has a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 9.00 or higher at the end of a term (with at least 24 units) and is enrolled full time at the Faculty of Arts. No application is required for this scholarship. The scholarship is awarded during the summer preceding your studies. Note: All eligible students, including international students, are automatically considered for this award.	---
Faculty of Engineering Dean's Merit Scholarship	Admission average of: 95-100% = $5,000 90-94.9% = $4,000	The Faculty of Engineering awards 35 of these scholarships to students with an admission average between 95 and 100% ($5,000) or between 90 and 94.9% ($4,000). Applicants must be enrolled full time, and for the first time, in an undergraduate program at the Faculty of Engineering. No application is required for this scholarship; all eligible students including international students are automatically considered for this award.	---
Faculty of Engineering Memorial Scholarship	$2,000	The Faculty of Engineering awards this scholarship to seven female students—one from each of the engineering programs (excluding computer science). This $2,000 award is given to applicants with a minimum admission average of 80% and who best fulfill the eligibility criteria. To apply, students must submit a letter explaining why they are applying to an engineering program and also submit an up-to-date resumé highlighting their latest academic and extracurricular achievements. Applications must be submitted online. Note: All female students admitted to the Faculty of Engineering, including international students, are eligible for this scholarship. Deadline: March 31	---
Faculty of Social Sciences Dean's Excellence Award for International Students	$1,500	The Faculty of Social Sciences awards a $1,500 scholarship to one or more international students enrolled full time, for the first time, in an undergraduate program at the Faculty of Social Sciences with a minimum admission average of 92%.	---
Education Bursary for International Students with Disabilities	Variable	Students with a permanent disability or a permanent medical condition that prevents them from taking more than 12 units per term may be eligible for a tuition bursary. Students must contact the Academic Accommodations Service to determine their eligibility. Applications must be submitted each term in the Online Scholarships and Bursariesnorth_eastexternal link tool. Deadlines October 31 (Fall) July 15 (Spring-Summer) January 31 (Winter)	---

Student Visa For Canada

Any student who wishes to study in Canada requires a student visa. Some of the essential information for the application process is given below.

When Should I Apply?

4 to 6 months

Ideally, one should apply for the study permit at least 4 to 6 months before the commencement of your course/program.

Bank Account

No Need!

There is no need for a blocked bank account to apply for a student visa to Canada.

Duration of visa

Course Duration + 3 Months

The student visa is valid for the entire period of your course plus three months.

Time to Wait for Visa

35 Days

It takes time. It might take up to 35 days post your interview for the application process to complete and for you to finally receive your visa.

Appointment

Required

It varies from applicant to applicant, but one may have to take part in one or two visa appointments, namely a medical examination and a visa interview.

How you can apply

Application Process

An applicant can either apply online or offline by visiting a visa application centre and submitting their documents. After the analysis of your application, you might be called for an interview.

Fee

Visa Fee

The visa application fee for Canada is CAD 150.

Minimum Funds

833 CAD, 917 CAD

You require a minimum monthly amount to be deposited into your account to prove that you can sustain yourself while studying in Canada. If you are studying in Quebec, you need to have a monthly minimum of CAD 917, and if you are studying in a province except for Quebec, you need to have a minimum of CAD 833 per month.

Any other expenses

Required

You will have to pay a medical examination fee and a visa application service fee to the tune of CAD 15 if you visit a visa application centre to apply for your visa.

Medical Examination

Required

One has to undergo a series of medical examinations to be deemed fit for a student visa of Canada. The tests mostly include blood and urine tests, chest x-rays and other organ checkups.

Language Skills

Not Required

one doesn’t need to prove their language skills in applying for a Canadian Visa.

Disclaimer: The information provided about the work permit is true and complete to the best of our knowledge. All recommendations are made without any guarantee on the part of the author or the publisher. The author and the publisher, therefore, disclaim any liability in connection to and with the use of this information.

Work Permit

PGWP

Students who wish to work in Canada require a work permit to do so. A student in Canada can work part-time during the course of his studies and full-time during holidays and semester breaks and post the completion of their course/program.

Rules for getting a part-time work visa in Canada

You can also work part-time on campus at your university.

Work Permit

Duration

Your part-time work permit will be valid for as long as you have a valid study permit.

Working Hours

20 Hours/Week

As a full-time student, you can work for a maximum of 20 hours a week. However, you can work full- time during holidays and breaks.

Documents Required

List

To apply for a work permit, you will need a study permit that mentions that you are allowed to work part-time on campus.

Social Insurance Number

Study Permit

You will need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to Service Canada. if you wish to work in Canada during the course of your studies. To apply for the same, you need a valid study permit, and you should be a full- time student at a recognized university.

You can work part-time off-campus if you are studying in the Quebec province.

Duration of Work Permit

Your part-time work permit will be valid for as long as you have a valid study permit.

Work Hours

As a full-time student, you can work for a maximum of 20 hours a week. However, you can work full- time during holidays and breaks.

Documents Required

To apply for a work permit, you will need a study permit that mentions that you are allowed to work part-time on campus.

Social Insurance Number

You will need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to Service Canada if you wish to work in Canada during the course of your studies. To apply for the same, you need a valid study permit, and you should be a full- time student at a recognized university.

Working after completing your course

In Canada, you will need a work permit to get a full-time job in Canada after finishing your studies. You chose a work permit like the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) if you wish to stay back in Canada and work full-time.

Visit Government of Canada Website for more detail

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

The Post- Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows you to work for three years in Canada if you have completed a two years degree or more.

Application

how can i apply

You can either apply online or download the form and mail the application along with the required documents. Pay your fee and then wait for the decision to come.

Application Documents Required

List

To apply for the work visa, you need a degree from a recognized and accredited Canadian University along with an intention to stay and work in Canada only temporarily.

When to Apply?

One can apply for the full-time work permit in the first three months post the completion of their course during which the study permit is still valid.

How long does it take?

90 days

You will have to wait for 90 days for the decision on your work permit.

Duration

3 Years

The work permit is valid for 3 years if you have completed a two years degree program or more.

Fees

CAD 255

The fee for the work permit is CAD 255 plus the holder fee and the work permit processing fee.

Monthly Wages

CAD 1,600

An applicant is guaranteed a minimum salary of CAD 1,600 per month while working in Canada. This amount though varies on the job and the province you are working in.

Work Hours

No Limit

There is no maximum limit, and you can work for as many hours as you want on the full-time work permit.

Required Documents

List

To apply for the work visa, you will need the following documents:

Forms: IMM 5710, IMM 5476 and IMM 5475;
Graduation Proof
Proof of payment of work permit fees
Copies of your travel and identification documents, passport pages and current immigration document.

Till a decision is made on your work visa, you can continue to work full time. All you need to have is your completed degree, should have applied for the permit before the expiry of your study permit and you should be allowed to work off-campus.

Information

Disclaimer

The information provided about the work permit is true and complete to the best of our knowledge. All recommendations are made without any guarantee on the part of the author or the publisher. The author and the publisher, therefore, disclaim any liability in connection to and with the use of this information.