Guelph,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Rural Studies - Sustainable Rural Communities in Guelph Canada | University of Guelph
University of Guelph
|
Guelph Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
19,681
(c. USD14,121.43)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The PhD Program in Rural Studies provides in-depth exploration of the social, cultural, and environmental sustainability of rural areas and communities. Our faculty conduct both theoretical research and practical applications across Canada and globally, drawing expertise from diverse fields such as urban planning, landscape design, political sciences, public policy, human geography, continuing education, and media studies. To earn the PhD, candidates must complete 2.00 graduate-level course credits, followed by writing and defending a qualifying examination paper, then producing and defending an original research thesis. The program structure allows for completion within 12 academic terms.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have a master's degree (or the equivalent) from a recognized university in the humanities, socialscience, or applied-science disciplines. Admission to the doctoral program requires a satisfactory baccalaureate and a B average in a recognized master's program. Applicants are strongly encouraged to communicate with a potential faculty advisor before applying. All applicants are expected to submit a completed background questionnaire.
International English Language Testing System (Academic) (IELTS) 6.5 , Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and (TOEFL Special Home Edition (iBT)) 89 A minimum score of 21 must be achieved in each of the four categories (listening, speaking, reading, writing)
paper based- minimum score of 600
International English Language Testing System (Academic) (IELTS) 6.5 , Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and (TOEFL Special Home Edition (iBT)) 89 A minimum score of 21 must be achieved in each of the four categories (listening, speaking, reading, writing)
paper based- minimum score of 600
Tuition
CAD
19,681