Master of Science [M.S] - Master [2 Years]
$17,564 /Yr On-campus full_time

Master of Science [M.S] Cognitive Science

  • Carleton offers Canada’s first Master of Cognitive Science program. This program spans the fields of the humanities, social sciences and sciences as an interdisciplinary program that focuses on the study of thought.
  • A collaborative specialization in Digital Humanities and Data Science is also available.
  • The Institute of Cognitive Science also offers a Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Cognitive Science.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2
Tuition Fees $13847 $13847
Health Insurance $567 $567
Books and supply $900 $900
Other Fees $2250 $2250
Total Fees $17564 $17564

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 86 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 6.5 9 3
GRE Graduate Record Examination 310 340 2
PTE Pearson Test of English 60 90 3

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students must have a 4-year bachelor’s degree in a related field from a recognized institution.
  • GPA of at least 3.0/4.33 (B grade) which is the equivalent of 8.0/12 on Carleton’s scale is required to be eligible for the program.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Completed both a Bachelor’s (3 years) degree and a Master’s degree.
  • Or, completed a Bachelor’s degree requiring 4 years of study (e.g., B.Pharm., M.B.B.S, or B.Arch).
  • Or, obtain a first-class division (75% or above, Distinction or Outstanding).
  • Or, complete 3-year UG from an institution accredited by either AACSB, EQUIS or AMBA.

Submission of GMAT scores is compulsory for this program, however, students may submit a GRE score too in lieu of that.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.