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MA Sociology at University of Toronto

University of Toronto, Canada

Programme overview

MA Sociology is a graduate programme (Master of Arts) in the Sociology graduate unit of the School of Graduate Studies at the University of Toronto. Length: 3 sessions full-time; 15 sessions part-time. Mode of delivery: In person. A part-time option is available.

Faculty: School of Graduate Studies  |  Department: Sociology  |  Duration: 3 sessions full-time; 15 sessions part-time  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Coursework: this is the preferred option for those proceeding to the PhD. Students must successfully complete a total of 4.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) including: SOC6001H , SOC6302H , SOC6701H , and SOC6712H . Regardless of option, the MA program is completed in 12 months full-time. The choice of courses must be approved by the department. A maximum of

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Application information

Entry requirements

An appropriate bachelor's degree with 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) in sociology, with an overall B+ average in each of the last two years of post-secondary education. Those with excellent grades but whose preparation is insufficient will be required to take additional courses. Applicants are also expected to have acquired basic research and statistical skills. Admission decisions are based on grades and indications of superior qualifications such as letters of recommendation and a sample of the applicant's work. In addition to the School of Graduate Studies' online application form , applicants must submit: Two letters of reference from instructors or research supervisors. A paper whic

Graduate applications are made online through GradApp; deadlines vary by program and are set by each graduate unit. The application fee is CDN $135, non-refundable, and a supplementary application fee may apply depending on the program.

Apply through the official page: https://future.utoronto.ca/applying

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