265 PhD programmes in Social Sciences in Canada

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology is a selective and collegial programme. Many of the PhD students secure scholarships and pursue careers in academia, research, policy, and the non-profit sector.

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Social Anthropology programme offers you the chance to take advantage of faculty expertise and interest in three designated areas of departmental concentration. Many of the PhD students secure scholarships and pursue careers in academia, research, policy, and the non-profit sector.

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology and Neuroscience programme emphasizes research and independent critical thinking, undertaken with the guidance of thesis supervisors conducting world-class research in the field. Earning a PhD in Psychology and Neuroscience from Dalhousie opens doors to a world of exciting career possibilities.

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Economics programme offers you the opportunity to gain a strong foundation in economic theory and quantitative methods in applied fields of economics. Dalhousie University's economics graduates work with universities, government agencies and the private sector.

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in English programme explores an area of academic research and literary, social, and cultural history. Many graduates hold tenured or tenure-stream university appointments, others have found successful careers in publishing, college teaching, immigration education, digital humanities, information technology, and academic administration.

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science programme is supportive and flexible and will unlock your political science potential while fostering close mentorship and renowned research institutes. With this course, you’ll be well equipped for a career in academia, civil service, communications and public relations, law, non-governmental organizations, and more.

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in French programme offers you the opportunity to specialize in French literature, linguistics or francophone culture. A PhD degree opens the doors toward careers in universities and research centres nationally and internationally, and in information technologies and communications.  

The PhD in Industrial/Organizational Psychology at Saint Mary's University emphasizes the scientific study of work through research, course work, and applied experiences. Our PhD students build expertise through independent research projects, a dissertation and active engagement in the field through departmental activities and conferences.

The program at McGill University may also be taken as a Religious Studies - Gender and Women's Studies option where students focus on gender-related issues and feminist research and methodologies.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Geography - Environment offered by the Department of Geography in the Faculty of Science at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes interdisciplinary and comprehensive learning opportunities. 

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Anthropology - Neotropical Environment offered by the Department of Anthropology in the Faculty of Arts at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes challenging and specialized learning opportunities. 

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Geography offered by the Department of Geography in the Faculty of Science at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes interdisciplinary and comprehensive learning opportunities.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Sociology - Gender and Women's Studies offered by the Department of Sociology in the Faculty of Arts at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes interdisciplinary and comprehensive learning opportunities. 

The Ph.D. in Educational Studies - Gender and Women's Studies at McGill University provides an integrative perspective on education by drawing on a range of related disciplines and research orientations. 

The PhD in Political Science offered by the Department of Political Science in the Faculty of Arts at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes demanding and intellectually stimulating learning opportunities. 

The Ph.D. East Asian Studies (Ad Hoc) program at McGill University requires a thesis that engages with current theoretical and methodological issues and uses both primary and secondary sources in East Asian languages.

The Geography - Water programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced research expertise in geography, water systems, and sustainable solutions to complex global water challenges.

The goal of the graduate program in Women and Children's Health Sciences at University of British Columbia is to provide students with a broad knowledge of research in women+ and children’s health sciences including biomedical, clinical, health services, and populations. 

The Economics department at Western University - Canada offers a world-class PhD program, featuring an exceptional faculty as well as access to superb facilities.

The Applied Social Psychology program at University of Saskatchewan offers training in social psychological theory, research design and methodology, statistics, program evaluation, along with many independent research opportunities.