Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Sociology)
4 years
Full Time
Co Op & On Campus
Field of Study:
Ranked #301 out of 601 by THE Global Ranking 2025
₹5.3 L/Yr
CA$8,238 /Yr
- PhD in Sociology at the University of Victoria is offered as a 4-years program by the Department of Sociology.
- The University of Victoria also ranked 2nd in Maclean’s top Canadian Comprehensive Universities 2019.
- In Sociology, students will gain a solid grounding in research methods and theory.
- Students’ studies will emphasize theory, methods, and your area of research interest.
- The PhD program consists of a minimum of 32 units.
- Besides social theory, qualitative and quantitative methods, our research strengths include:
- Ecology, Global Issues & Social Movements
- Gender, Racialization & Ethnicity
- Sociology of Crime & Law
- Health, Aging & Society
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | ₹534481 (CAD 8238) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room and Board | ₹864396 (CAD 13323) |
| Total Cost | ₹864396 (CAD 13323) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2023 | ₹513850 (CAD 7920) |
| 2021 | ₹995584 (CAD 15345) |
Scores Required
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
- Written Sample: A writing sample that demonstrates your ability to undertake sociological analysis.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Social Studies 301 out of 1001 in Global Ranking
( #8 out of 33 in Canada 2025)
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Career and Placement after Course
The careers after graduation are:
- Academic program manager
- Associate/assistant director of an academic office
- College lecturer
- Data analyst
- Evaluation researcher
- Graduate college liaison
- Grant writer/specialist/manager
- Market research analyst
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Montreal Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 2.3 L/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Ontario Graduate Fellowship | Scholarship per student₹ 5.8 L/Yr$8,875 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based |
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