26 PhD programmes offered by the university

The Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology at the University of Toronto prepares students for careers in teaching and research. The program trains students to conduct theoretically informed and methodologically sophisticated state-of-the-art sociological research.

The PhD in Spanish program at the University of Toronto draws on the talents of a diverse faculty to provide students with a rigorous education in order to prepare scholars and teachers of the highest caliber.

Are you interested in bringing about positive social change where you live or work? Do you want to teach from a cutting-edge perspective and become a leading critical scholar? Consider applying for this Adult Education and Community Development program at the University of Toronto.

The Developmental Psychology and Education (DPE) program at the University of Toronto is for those who wish to construct an overall perspective on developmental psychology and human development and their implications for practice with children in educational and other applied settings. 

This PhD program at the University of Toronto offers students with opportunities for advanced study, original research, and theoretical analysis in Social Justice Education. It is designed primarily for those interested in research and careers in academia. 

The Doctor of Philosophy in Italian Studies offered at the University of Toronto prepares students for a career in teaching and scholarship.