Toronto,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in History and Philosophy of Science and Technology in Toronto Canada | University of Toronto
University of Toronto
|
Toronto Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
6,210
(c. USD4,454.02)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Institute for the History and Philosophy of Science and Technology (IHPST) provides two academic programs: a Master of Arts and a Doctor of Philosophy. IHPST engages in research, delivers advanced study programs, and acts as a hub for university-wide engagement in its discipline. Graduate students from all fields can enroll in courses, which serve as valuable supplements for both science and humanities specialists. Participants attend IHPST colloquia, welcoming the entire University of Toronto community.
The Doctor of Philosophy degree is designed for individuals pursuing careers in academia, research, or other fields requiring advanced scholarly expertise.
IHPST offers two full-time PhD options: a 4-year program and a direct-entry 5-year program, along with a flex-time PhD option. Upon admission, PhD candidates receive a supervisor who provides guidance on course selection, program development, and funding opportunities. The supervisor also helps assemble an Advisory Committee (comprising the supervisor and two IHPST faculty members) to support students during their qualifying year (year 2 of the 4-year program or year 3 of the 5-year program). Additionally, supervisors submit annual progress reports tracking each student's academic journey.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
A University of Toronto master's degree in History and Philosophy of Science and Technology or its equivalent from a recognized university with an average grade of at least an A– in the applicant's program and with no individual grade less than B+. While the majority of accepted students exceed this standard, the very broad scope of the field and the variety of fruitful approaches to it also imply that many different backgrounds are appropriate. Accordingly, grades are only one criterion used to judge applicants.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and Test of Written English (TWE) with the following minimum scores:
???paper-based TOEFL: 580 and 5 on the TWE
Internet-based TOEFL: 93/120 and 22/30 on the writing and speaking sections.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Required score: 7.0 (Academic) with at least 6.5 for each component.
Tuition
CAD
6,210