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Master of Critical Sociology
- St. Catharines, Canada
- 1.33 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A master on critical sociological theory and research methods, With a co-op option.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core concepts and methods in Critical Sociology. Evaluate relevant challenges and evidence. Communicate professional or academic findings. These are indicative outcomes
- Not verified university learning objectives.
Career outcomes
- Policy Analyst
- Community Program Coordinator
- Research Assistant
Curriculum
- Major Research Paper (4 terms)
- MRP with Co-op (6 terms) or Thesis (6 terms). Coursework introduces critical sociological frameworks and methodologies to prepare rigorous approaches to research and analysis.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Four-year bachelor degree (or Canadian equivalent) from an accredited institution with the program-specific average and background (MBA 75% in the last two years)
- Statement of intent
- References and English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 no band below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 88
- PTE 60).
Accepted academic background
Four-year bachelor's degree (or Canadian equivalent) from an accredited institution; some programmes need a related field, statement of intent, references, GMAT/GRE (MBA)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 88
- PTE Academic 60
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Typically
- A passport
- Prior degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- English proficiency evidence if required
- And a statement of purpose
- a research proposal and references may be needed. Confirm specific requirements.
How to apply
- Review postgraduate entry and intake requirements for Critical Sociology. Prepare prior degree records
- academic transcripts
- identification and applicable English language evidence. Submit the postgraduate application through the official admissions route. Provide any program-specific portfolio
- references or statement if requested. Confirm applicable fees and await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $20,926 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $130 CAD |
| Deposit | $500 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Social Sciences |
| Department | Department of Critical Sociology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30,6 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Potential institutional funding may exist, but program eligibility, award amount and deadlines are not independently confirmed. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
19 Apr 2027
156 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.33 years.
The next deadline is 19 Apr 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $20,926 CAD per year. The application fee is $130 CAD. The deposit is $500 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, PTE Academic 60, IELTS Academic 6.5.

