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Human Studies and Interdisciplinarity (PhD) at Laurentian University

Laurentian University, Canada

Programme overview

The PhD in Human Studies and Interdisciplinarity develops substantive interdisciplinary research projects on social and physical challenges of human life, with specializations including cognition and communication, Franco-Ontarian and Francophone studies, interpretation, values and ethics, regional and cultural studies, and gender relations and sexuality studies.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Location: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Students take three core seminars (Interdisciplinary Research Methods, Theories in Interdisciplinarity, Interdisciplinary Knowledge Dissemination), two elective seminars, a comprehensive examination (written paper and oral defence) and a thesis.

Career pathways

Ethics compliance officer, human resources assistant, social worker, teacher, and careers in public administration, NGOs and business.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants typically hold a Master's degree or equivalent from a recognized university with a minimum grade of B+ (75%) and must show suitable educational background and potential for advanced research. Documents: application form, official transcripts, curriculum vitae, two-page Statement of Interest, three letters of recommendation, and a form confirming a supervisor; a supervisor must be confirmed before applying.

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