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PhD of Interdisciplinary Social Research

Trent University

  • Peterborough, Canada
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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Trent University campus

About the program

Interdisciplinary doctorate in social inquiry and research.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop advanced disciplinary research competence in Interdisciplinary Social Research
  • Evaluate literature critically
  • and communicate original scholarly findings. Suggested learning areas: Four-year thesis program emphasizing social inquiry
  • Interdisciplinary research
  • Professional scholarship.

Career outcomes

  • Public sector
  • Non-governmental organizations
  • Research and analysis roles

Curriculum

  • Four-year thesis program emphasizing social inquiry
  • Interdisciplinary research and professional scholarship
  • With training in theory
  • Methods and applied experience on social
  • Material and environmental issues facing societies.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Master degree in a related field with a B+ (77%) average or equivalent
  • Supervisor confirmation for some programmes
  • English proficiency proof.

Accepted academic background

Master's degree in a related field from an accredited university, Supervisor confirmation required for some programmes.

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results.

How to apply

  1. Check the programme page for requirements and deadline (Fall intake normally 1 February. Apply online through OUAC and pay the 125 CAD application fee. Upload transcripts
  2. References
  3. A plan of study
  4. A CV
  5. Any writing sample and English proficiency proof (Duolingo is not accepted). A supervisor may be required. Receive an offer 2 months after the deadline. Apply to IRCC for a study permit.

Other costs

Tuition per year$11,142 CAD
Application fee$125 CAD
Deposit$34,590 CAD

Program details

CampusPeterborough
Faculty or schoolSchool of Graduate Studies
DepartmentGeneral Studies
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value60
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3
Scholarship noteInstitutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, Funding and application deadlines.

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.