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Sociology examines human social interactions, ranging from intimate circles to vast organizational systems. It explores how factors like race, gender, sexual orientation, age, and socioeconomic status influence power dynamics and interpersonal connections.
Our Sociology department provides doctoral programs across six specialized fields, promoting strong faculty guidance from distinguished academics. The curriculum highlights academic excellence while preparing students for contemporary sociological advancements both in Canada and worldwide.
Research Focus Areas
Stratification and social disparities
Gender, sexuality, and family studies
Workplace and professional sociology
Group behavior and social cognition
Ethnicity, migration, and cultural studies
Political systems and collective action
Master of Arts in Sociology or a related field; minimum A- average
Language Requirements
Applicants are required to submit evidence of their proficiency in the English language as part of their application. The most common evidence is a score on one of the following exams:
TOEFL: minimum score of 92 (internet based), 237 (computer based) or 580 (paper based), minimum of 20 per band; for the Faculty of Engineering a minimum score of 88 (internet based) or 213 on the (computer based) or 550 (paper based)
IELTS (Academic): minimum overall score of 6.5, with at least 5.5 in each section
CAEL: minimum overall score of 70, with at least 60 per band
MELAB: minimum score of 85
PTE Academic: minimum score of 63; for the Faculty of Engineering a minimum score of 70
York University course: YUELI Level 6 with a minimum final grade of B
University of Toronto course: Academic Level 60 with a minimum final grade of B
Application deadline is Dec/15.