PhD in Social and Ecological Sustainability in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo

University of Waterloo | Waterloo Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 22,188
(c. USD15,957.85)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

At the heart of the SERS community lie graduate students and their research endeavors. Whether embarking on a master's or doctoral journey, you'll become part of a vibrant, dedicated community. SERS currently hosts approximately 120 graduate students across our Master of Environmental Studies (MES) and PhD programs, focusing on social and ecological sustainability. Our students consistently secure provincial and national research grants while earning recognition for their impactful work. SERS faculty members are globally renowned researchers who contribute to numerous local, national, and international sustainability organizations. Upon completing your graduate studies, you'll join our extensive network of accomplished alumni who are making meaningful contributions to environmental and sustainability initiatives across government, academia, civil society, and private sectors. All admitted students in our MES-thesis and PhD programs receive guaranteed financial support through teaching or research assistantships, stipends, with additional scholarship opportunities available for eligible candidates.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.5

Qualification Requirements

Students must hold a Master's degree with distinction (typically an overall average of at least 80%) or the equivalent.
Application materials
R'sum
Supplementary information form
Outlining the main areas of academic and other expertise, experience and curiosity.
The main area(s) of research the student hopes to emphasize in course and thesis work.
Information on prior education, training, practical experience, field work, publications, or other accomplishments pertinent to areas of interest.
Transcript(s)
References
Number of references: 3
Type of references: at least 2 academic
IELTS- 7.5, writing 7.0, speaking 7.0, TOEFL IBT- 100, writing 26, speaking 26

Tuition CAD 22,188

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