BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Doctor of Social Sciences in Victoria Canada | Royal Roads University
Royal Roads University
|
Victoria Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
22,366
(c. USD16,085.87)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Doctor of Social Sciences addresses this growing demand. This innovative doctoral program merges the academic rigor of conventional PhD research with practical, career-focused applications. You'll engage in interdisciplinary studies while concentrating on research that creates real-world change. The curriculum enhances your applied research capabilities and leadership competencies, empowering you to solve complex problems and drive organizational transformation.
Designed for mid-career professionals, the program offers flexible learning through online coursework complemented by two brief on-campus residencies, where you'll collaborate with fellow working professionals.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Standard Admission
- Normally, a master’s degree in one of the Social Sciences, or related field;
- Evidence of experience related to the degree program;
- Normally a minimum of 10 years with senior level decision-making authority;
- A competitive, interdisciplinary, applied research proposal that reflects current research foci in the Faculty of Social and Applied Sciences at Royal Roads University.
Flexible Admission
No Flexible Admission process for this program. All applicants must have a recognized master's degree.
English Language Requirements:
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic 7.0 overall with a minimum 6.5 in writing, speaking, listening and reading
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT 100 overall with a minimum 26 in writing and 23 in listening, reading and speaking
Pearson Test of English – Academic (PTE-A): 68 overall with a minimum 60 in writing, speaking, listening and reading
Tuition
CAD
22,366