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42 PhD programmes in Sociology in Canada

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Sociology

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.

Ph.D. On-campus
5 years$3,370/yr
University of Waterloo4,1(94)
Waterloo, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in social structures, institutional dynamics, and contemporary societal challenges.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$10,481/yr
University of Waterloo4,1(94)
Waterloo, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology - Co-op

The Sociology - Co-op programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in social structures, institutional dynamics, and workplace-integrated scholarship.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$10,481/yr
York University4,1(181)
Toronto, Canada Top 6% in Worldwide

Social and Political Thought

A truly interdisciplinary approach, this Social and Political Thought program at York University aims to integrate intellectual interests common to the humanities and social sciences.

Ph.D. On-campus
3 years$8,502/yr
University of British Columbia4,2(195)
Vancouver, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Women and Children's Health Sciences

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. 

Ph.D. On-campus
6 years$7,003/yr
McGill University4,4(95)
Montréal, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Sociology - Gender and Women's Studies

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. 

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$13,182/yr
Western University - Canada3,9(58)
London, Canada Top 4% in Worldwide

Sociology

Upon completion, our Sociology graduates at Western University - Canada work in a variety of academic institutions, government agencies and private businesses around the world.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$4,766/yr
University of Windsor4,4(28)
Windsor, Canada Top 10% in Worldwide

Sociology

The PhD program in Sociology at the University of Windsor critically examines the emergence of contemporary global society, analyzing and evaluating its effects on people’s lives.

Ph.D. On-campus
6 years$11,188/yr
University of Ottawa4,1(90)
Ottawa, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology

The School of Sociological and Anthropological Studies at the University of Ottawa offers a PhD in Sociology. In addition, the School participates in the Canadian studies collaborative program .

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$8,255/yr
University of Alberta4,2(137)
Edmonton, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology

At the University of Alberta, we offer our graduate students a PhD degree in Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology.

Ph.D. On-campus
6 years$7,452/yr
University of New Brunswick4,5(13)
Fredericton, Canada Top 10% in Worldwide

Sociology

The University of New Brunswick Sociology Graduate Program offers full-time or part-time research-intensive degrees that equip graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary for advanced positions with private, public, and charitable employers. 

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$7,407/yr
University of Guelph4,2(61)
Guelph, Canada Top 7% in Worldwide

Social Practice and Transformational Change

Interested in scholarship that cuts across conventional disciplinary boundaries? We offer a Social Practice and Transformational Change degree at the University of Guelph.

Ph.D. On-campus
6 years$10,991/yr
Carleton University4,4(75)
Ottawa, Canada Top 8% in Worldwide

Sociology

The substantive focus of the PhD Sociology program at Carleton University is the organization and development of contemporary societies, both in a comparative context and with particular reference to Canadian society. 

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$11,002/yr
McMaster University4,5(68)
Hamilton, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Department of Sociology at McMaster University offers a graduate experience that fosters close mentorship with faculty members who are leading scholars in our six areas of specialty.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$2,979/yr
University of Saskatchewan4,2(38)
Saskatoon, Canada Top 6% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Department of Sociology at University of Saskatchewan offers a thesis and non-thesis program leading to a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Sociology and a thesis-based Ph.D. program.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$3,852/yr
Queen's University4,2(35)
Kingston, Canada Top 4% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology PhD program from Queen's University is a collegial, well-resourced and highly successful program.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$4,090/yr
McMaster University4,5(68)
Hamilton, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Health and Society

This Health and Society program at McMaster University focuses on the interdisciplinary study of social, cultural, political, and environmental aspects of health.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$2,979/yr
York University4,1(181)
Toronto, Canada Top 6% in Worldwide

Critical Disability Studies

The PhD Critical Disability Studies program at York University offers a comprehensive curriculum covering major scholarly perspectives. It is offered on a full-time basis only.

Ph.D. On-campus
3 years$8,502/yr
University of Manitoba4,1(126)
Winnipeg, Canada Top 6% in Worldwide

Sociology

Students in the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the Sociology program at the University of Manitoba will choose from specialized training in criminology and social justice; culture and social relations; population health and wellness; power, privilege and resistance; global sociology; and social policy and social change.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$4,450/yr
University of Alberta4,2(137)
Edmonton, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Department of Sociology at University of Alberta offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$7,452/yr

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