London,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Sociology in London Canada | Western University
Western University
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London Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
9,846
(c. USD7,080.14)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Our faculty features distinguished scholars recognized for their contributions to Social Inequality, Aging & Health, and Population Studies. Their research spans diverse fields including youth identity, criminology, and labor studies. The department proudly hosts the Centre for Population, Aging and Health and participates in collaborative programs focused on Migration & Ethnic Relations as well as Transitional Justice & Post-Conflict Reconstruction. Additionally, scholars have access to Western's Research Data Centre and a nationally ranked academic library.
Graduates pursue careers across global academic institutions, government organizations, and private sector companies. The department provides graduate students with dedicated computer labs, offices, classrooms, research areas, and a lounge - all conveniently located on the Social Science Centre's fifth floor, fostering a supportive community with direct access to faculty and resources.
Program Duration
12 Terms
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 8.0
Qualification Requirements
Masters degree or equivalent
At least a high second class standing B plus in the masters degree
It is preferred but not essential that this Masters degree be in sociology Applicants who have taken sociological theory statistics and methods are preferred
A writing sample eg term paper excerpt from MA thesis maximum 20 doublespaced pages
The Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL Minimum acceptable score is 625 for the paper and pencil version 263 for the computer version or 107 for the internet version Westerns TOEFL ID is 0984
The International English Language Testing Service IELTS Academic Minimum acceptable score is 8 out of 9.
At least a high second class standing B plus in the masters degree
It is preferred but not essential that this Masters degree be in sociology Applicants who have taken sociological theory statistics and methods are preferred
A writing sample eg term paper excerpt from MA thesis maximum 20 doublespaced pages
The Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL Minimum acceptable score is 625 for the paper and pencil version 263 for the computer version or 107 for the internet version Westerns TOEFL ID is 0984
The International English Language Testing Service IELTS Academic Minimum acceptable score is 8 out of 9.
Tuition
CAD
9,846