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Doctorate in Philosophy Feminist and Gender Studies at University of Ottawa

University of Ottawa, Canada

Programme overview

The PhD in Feminist and Gender Studies prepares candidates for careers in teaching and research through advanced knowledge of feminist theory, methodology and analysis in an increasingly transnational context. Graduates produce scholarly work on pressing global and local socio-political, cultural and economic issues. The programme is offered full-time and part-time in English and French.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies  |  Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Compulsory courses in feminist methodologies (FEM 5103), feminist theories (FEM 5300) and a doctoral seminar, plus one optional course such as Gender, Power and Representations, Anti-Colonial and Anti-Racist Feminisms or Feminist Disability Studies. Candidates then complete a comprehensive examination, a thesis proposal and a doctoral thesis.

Career pathways

Teaching and research careers in universities; graduates of the institute also work in policy, community development, employment equity, health and education.

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Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission to the PhD program, students must hold a master’s degree (thesis or research paper) in feminist and gender studies or a master’s degree with specialization in feminist and gender studies and have a minimum average of 75% (B+) calculated in accordance with graduate studies guidelines. Applicants with a master’s degree in a related discipline may also be considered if the subject of their thesis or research paper is linked to feminist and gender studies and if they possess the theoretical and methodological background necessary for the doctoral program in feminist and gender studies.

Graduate studies application fee is $125.00, paid on the OUAC website. PhD applicants need a master's degree or equivalent with an average of 75% (B+) over the last 10 courses.

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