Oshawa,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD (PhD) in Criminology and Social Justice in Toronto Canada | Ontario Tech University
Ontario Tech University
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Toronto Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
19,166
(c. USD13,751.91)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Criminology and Social Justice PhD program integrates comprehensive study in Criminology with specialized training in qualitative research methods, statistical analysis, and practical applications, equipping graduates for diverse professional environments.
This doctoral program merges in-depth Criminology education with focused methodological training and hands-on learning opportunities, preparing graduates for multiple career paths. Graduates will be qualified for roles including academic teaching and research positions, behavioral analysis in law enforcement agencies, correctional facility research, mental health institution studies, community program assessment, government program administration, statistical analysis in public sector organizations, and research within justice-focused think tanks.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Hold a four-year honours undergraduate degree in the social sciences from a Canadian university, or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Typically, applicants are expected to have completed the university's Master of Arts (MA) in Criminology or an equivalent research project or thesis-based MA program from a recognized institution.
Minimum overall academic standing of an A-minus (GPA: 3.7 on a 4.3 scale) during their graduate studies.
Required supporting documents:
To apply, applicants should prepare a portfolio consisting of all of the following:
A completed application form.
One official or institution-certified copy of each previous undergraduate and graduate transcript.
A photocopy of the applicant's degree parchment(s).
Proof of English proficiency if the applicant's first language is not English (see language requirement section below).
A two- to three-page statement of academic intent.
A curriculum vitae (CV).
At least three letters of reference. Academic referees are preferred, however, non-academic referees letters will be considered as well.
A substantive writing sample. A sample of the applicant's MA thesis is optimal. However, a sample from any published work (with the applicant as first author), or any other MA assignment would suffice if a thesis was not completed or pursued.
IELTS: 6.5
TOEFL (Internet-based): 83 to 87 (Minimum sub-scores: Listening - 20, Reading - 20, Speaking - 19, Writing - 20)
TOEFL (paper-based): 560
Typically, applicants are expected to have completed the university's Master of Arts (MA) in Criminology or an equivalent research project or thesis-based MA program from a recognized institution.
Minimum overall academic standing of an A-minus (GPA: 3.7 on a 4.3 scale) during their graduate studies.
Required supporting documents:
To apply, applicants should prepare a portfolio consisting of all of the following:
A completed application form.
One official or institution-certified copy of each previous undergraduate and graduate transcript.
A photocopy of the applicant's degree parchment(s).
Proof of English proficiency if the applicant's first language is not English (see language requirement section below).
A two- to three-page statement of academic intent.
A curriculum vitae (CV).
At least three letters of reference. Academic referees are preferred, however, non-academic referees letters will be considered as well.
A substantive writing sample. A sample of the applicant's MA thesis is optimal. However, a sample from any published work (with the applicant as first author), or any other MA assignment would suffice if a thesis was not completed or pursued.
IELTS: 6.5
TOEFL (Internet-based): 83 to 87 (Minimum sub-scores: Listening - 20, Reading - 20, Speaking - 19, Writing - 20)
TOEFL (paper-based): 560
Tuition
CAD
19,166