University of Saskatchewan - College of Graduate Studies and Research

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Sociology

University of Saskatchewan - College of Graduate Studies and Research

Faculty:College of Graduate Studies and Research
Degree:Doctorate
Field of Study:Sociology
Areas of Research:Sociology of Agriculture and Development, Criminology, Law, and the State, Sociology of Health and Health Care, Sociology of Education and Learning, Sociology of Race and Ethnic Relations (including immigration studies and Aboriginal Studies), Science, Technology, and Society
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $4,698
Careers:Sociologists

Description:

The purpose of the Ph.D. program is to train students as scholars and specialists in the field of sociology. In addition to mastering a broad knowledge of sociology, Ph.D. students should acquire expertise in particular areas of research. In the first two years of the program, students are expected to complete the course requirements, develop a proposal for dissertation research, and to sit for the comprehensive examination. The last years of the program are devoted to original research by the student under the guidance of the supervisor and the Advisory Committee. Students who graduate from the program must develop an intellectual maturity that is demonstrated in the ability to conduct independent research that results in a defensible doctoral thesis that meets the approval of the Examining Committee. The Ph.D. should normally take three to four years to complete after an M.A. degree.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*75
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Applicants must hold a Master’s of Arts in Sociology or its equivalent from a university of acceptable standing with a GPA of 75%.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on October 11, 2022