Overview
Students in Sociology at the University of Waterloo gain a strong understanding of social, political, economic, and cultural relations through sociological theory and methods, critical analysis, and interdisciplinary research training.
Features
- Our programs offer courses and research expertise in law, crime, and security; social inequalities and public policy; migration and transnationalism; governance studies; and culture and education.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Crime, Law, and Security
- Knowledge, Education, and Digital Culture
- Migration, Borders, and Transnationalism
- Social Inequality and Public Policy
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Sociology View 41 other PhDs in Sociology in CanadaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Curriculum vitae
- Supplementary information form (SIF)
- Transcript(s)
- Writing sample
- References
- Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
- A statement of academic interest (approximately a page, outlining areas of interest and reasons for choosing to study at the University of Waterloo).
- Students may choose to submit results from the Graduate Record Examination (both the General Section and the Special Field, Sociology).
Tuition Fee
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International
14792 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7396 CAD per semester during 48 months. -
National
4508 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2254 CAD per semester during 48 months.
Living costs for Waterloo
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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