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If you have applied to the Faculty of Arts & Science, this page provides an overview of the admissions process, from how and when admission decisions are made to information about alternate and conditional offers and waitlists.

How Decisions Are Made

When decisions are made, alternate offers.

Many factors are taken into consideration when assessing your application — not just your academic record. The grades required for admission vary from year to year and are based on the competition among applicants for available spaces (to view the minimum grades required for admission, visit the Admission Requirements page ). This competition means that you are not guaranteed a place in your desired admission category even if you meet the minimum requirements. Preference is given to students with the best overall qualifications.

Academic Credentials

We consider a wide range of criteria when reviewing your application, including:

• Overall academic record
• Subjects taken
• Results in prerequisite courses
• Repeated courses
• English proficiency , if required
• Consistency — where and when courses were completed and the number of times courses have been attempted

For high school applicants, emphasis will be placed on the results of your most recent two years of study, including your marks in prerequisite courses, and on the strength of your supplemental information, where applicable.

For post-secondary students, emphasis will be placed on your annual and cumulative grade point average, including your marks in prerequisite courses at the post-secondary or secondary level.

In Canadian jurisdictions where diploma or provincial exams are now optional, we will use the final mark on a transcript when considering an applicant’s results for admission, whether a diploma or provincial exam was written or not.

Full disclosure of all academic information must be made at the time of application.

Non-Academic Credentials

Depending on the program, non-academic information may be used to assess your application and is considered as important as your academic qualifications.

A supplemental application is required for the Computer Science and Rotman Commerce admission categories. The supplemental application is considered alongside your academic record when evaluating you for admission.

Repeated Courses

While we recognize that there may be valid reasons for repeating a course, we urge you to do as well as possible on your first attempt. In some instances, repeated courses will not be accepted for competitive admission categories.

Special Consideration

If your academic record has been negatively affected by disability-related circumstances or extenuating circumstances, such as a personal or family illness, tragedy, trauma or hardship, and your academic performance is slightly below the usual requirements for admission, you may submit a Request for Special Consideration form with your application. You will be able to access this form in the JOIN U of T portal after you have submitted your application. Although we cannot guarantee admission in all cases, each request will be reviewed on its individual merits.

Adherence to Application Deadlines

You must submit your application and supporting documents by the posted deadlines . Supporting documents include, but are not limited to, transcripts, English proficiency test results and supplemental applications. All required documents will be listed on the JOIN U of T portal .

We encourage you to apply and submit required documentation well in advance of the deadlines to maximize your opportunities for admission consideration.

Secondary School Applicants

Offers of admission are released in monthly rounds from February to May. During each round of admission, applications will be assessed using the most up-to-date information available.

If an offer of admission is not made during a particular round of admission, the application will be reassessed with updated grades for the subsequent round.

Alternate offers of admission are typically released between April and May.

Post-Secondary, Non-Degree and Part-Time Applicants

Admission decisions are made on an ongoing basis provided that all required documents have been received and an application is ready to be assessed. Competitive post-secondary students may be assessed for conditional admission while still enrolled, but in some instances, final transcripts will be required for an admission decision, meaning admission decision timelines can extend into the summer months. Students are expected to maintain consistent academic standing and these admission conditions will automatically apply to any summer courses taken prior to registering in a program. 

Conditional Offers of Admission

Recognizing that final high school marks may not be available until summer, we will make conditional offers of admission throughout the year based on your available Grade 11 and 12 marks. This assessment is possible provided your record shows that you are enrolled in all required Grade 12 courses. In some instances, if a Grade 12 mark in a prerequisite subject is not yet available, we may use the mark in the corresponding Grade 11 course as long as you are enrolled in the Grade 12 course.

Most of our admission decisions are based on interim marks, so our offers are typically conditional on achieving acceptable final standing. Students are expected to maintain consistent academic standing for the duration of their high school (and post-secondary, if applicable) studies.

The terms of the offer, including conditions and specific minimum grade thresholds, are described in the terms and conditions section of your offer letter. Admitted students who do not meet the required condition(s) by the posted deadlines can expect to have their offer rescinded and will not be permitted to register.

Alternate Admission Category Offers

Students applying to the Computer Science or Rotman Commerce admission categories in the Faculty of Arts & Science have the option to select an alternate admission category on the JOIN U of T portal after completing the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) application.

Selecting an alternate category does not affect your eligibility for your first choice of admission category. You will only be considered for your alternate admission category if you do not meet the admission requirements for your first choice, as noted above. You can select from the four other admission categories at Arts & Science: Mathematical & Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities. Computer Science and Rotman Commerce are not available as alternate choices. If you are admitted to an alternate admission category, you may be waitlisted for your first choice and reconsidered at a later time, space permitting.

To be considered for an alternate category, you must meet eligibility requirements and the minimum overall average, including in any prerequisite courses. Admission to an alternate category is competitive and not guaranteed.

Alternate Campus Offers

You will receive a decision from all the University of Toronto programs you selected on your application. However, in some instances, if you only applied to the Faculty of Arts & Science at the St. George campus and you were not admitted, you may be considered for admission to the University of Toronto Mississauga and/or the University of Toronto Scarborough, space permitting.

The University of Toronto will be utilizing an admissions waitlist for some admission categories. Our waitlist is an opportunity for eligible undergraduate applicants to be reconsidered for admission in the admission category that they originally applied to, as well as related subject areas at the university.

Not all applicants are eligible to join the waitlist. Applicants are invited to the waitlist based on their academic record and anticipated program space. Once invited to join the waitlist, an applicant must confirm their interest and accept the invitation. Learn more about the waitlist . 

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PhD Admission Information

Phd admission requirements  , previous degree.

Applicants to the Ph.D. program must have an appropriate University of Toronto Master's degree, or its equivalent, with an average of at least A-, or demonstrated comparable research competence. (Direct entry from the bachelor's to the Ph.D. is possible for some eminently qualified applicants - optional). All applicants must satisfy the admission requirements of the Department, which will take into account the background and accomplishments of the student as well as their academic achievements.

If you are an international applicant, please review the  International Degree Equivalency  chart. This chart will help you determine if your international degree is considered equivalent. Qualifications from a number of educational systems around the world are listed and the academic standings indicated are normally accepted as equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B grade average if the degree obtained has been awarded from an institution which is recognized by the School of Graduate Studies.

Admission Deadline

The admission deadline for our MSc program is  December 4, 2020 . The deadline for supporting documents is  December 11, 2020*.

*NOTE: The  December 11  deadline is for outstanding supporting documents only. Students must complete and submit their online application by  December 4  to be considered for the program.

Online Application Form

You must submit an  online application form , complete application materials and the non-refundable application fee by the deadline of  December 4, 2020 .

Statement of Intent

A letter of intent or personal statement to be up-loaded on the on-line application form. The statement of intent is an opportunity for the applicant to write about any activities or experience that may be relevant to their graduate studies and to discuss areas of academic and research interest. Applicants are also encouraged to mention faculty members whose research programs are compatible with their own interests.

Transcripts

Electronic copies of transcripts are required at the time you apply online. Only if you are successful at gaining admissions will we require official copies to be mailed to the department.

Letters of Recommendations & Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Letters of Reccomendation

• At least THREE supporting letters of reference are required. Referees are automatically contacted via e-mail when you submit their name and contact info on the on-line application form. Letters of reference will be part of the official student academic record; they are confidential and applicants/students will not have access to them. Please note there are no reference forms.

Cirriculum Vitae 

•  A curriculum vitae must also be uploaded on the on-line application form.

Graduate Record Examination (GRE)

Graduate Record Examination (GRE)  testing is not required by the Department of Mathematics. Students are not required to submit GRE testing to apply to our program. 

English Proficiency Score

It is essential that all incoming graduate students have a good command of English. Facility in the English language must be demonstrated by all applicants educated outside Canada whose primary language is not English. This requirement is a condition of admission and should be met before application. For more information, please go to  http://www.sgs.utoronto.ca/prospectivestudents/Pages/English-Language-Proficiency-Testing.aspx

Application Fee

There is a CDN $125.00 application fee. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. Please read through the entire list of requirements before advancing to the application procedures and  submit only one application .

For more information on application fees, please visit the  School of Graduate Studies .

Any parts of your application that need to be mailed to the department should be sent to: 

Graduate Office Department of Mathematics University of Toronto Bahen Centre for Information Technology, Room 6166  40 St. George Street Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5S 2E4 Telephone: (416) 978-7894 Fax: (416) 978-4107

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MSc and PhD application process and deadlines

The process below is for research-stream graduate admissions only, lmp admission dates for domestic and international students.

Admission cycle : September

Applications open : November 1

Early application deadline (for entrance scholarship eligibility: February 1

Final application deadline : June 1

Supporting documents deadline: June 15

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We have a rolling admissions policy.

There are many benefits to submitting an application for early admission. You will: 

• Have more time to secure a supervisor. Due to the limited number of positions available, we encourage conditionally accepted students to begin securing a supervisor as early as late January or February. 
• Have the opportunity to apply for internal and external awards (especially visa students applying to the PhD program in order to be considered for international scholarship awards). 
• Be considered for guaranteed spaces at the Graduate House on-campus residence. 

If you receive Early Admission, you may qualify for incentives, such as Entrance Scholarship Eligibility.

How to apply

You must submit your application to the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) through their secure online portal.

The system allows you to submit information and documentation immediately online, to edit in-progress applications and check the status of the application process.

If you are unable to use the online admission system, please contact the LMP Graduate Office at [email protected] .

In addition to being accepted into the department, you must secure an LMP graduate faculty supervisor before registration. See  Finding a supervisor  for details.

What you need for your online application

• A valid email address (this is how the university will communicate with you) 
• If you studied at a recognized Canadian university, you may upload an PDF file of your academic history from your university’s student web service which includes the university’s grading legend and your name. The admissions committee may request an official hard copy of the transcript. 
• If you attended universities outside North America, you must provide notarized English translations to accompany all documentation not written in English.
• Referee contact information (minimum of two referees) 
• Curriculum Vitae 
• Letter of intent .Clearly indicate your education background, specific research interests, future goals and reasons for pursuing the program you are applying to (approximately 250 words, double-spaced). You may submit in Word or PDF format. 

Online application steps

• Create an account and/or log in to the online application website . 
• Provide the biographical and education information requested. 
• Submit your payment. You cannot upload your Curriculum Vitae and Letter of Intent until you have paid the application fee .
• Upload your Curriculum Vitae and Letter of Intent. 
• Provide contact information for referees who are familiar with your academic work. Inform your referees that you are submitting an application and which email address you have supplied (please check this is an active email address for them) . Let them know that the University of Toronto, School of Graduate Studies will be sending them a reference request by email. The system will email your referees and ask them to complete the online referee form. They will be asked to submit an electronic copy of the reference in Word or PDF after logging in to the School of Graduate Studies online application system. In the rare case that your referee does not have access to email, contact the Graduate Office as soon as possible. If referees wish to attach a secondary letter, it should be written on institutional letterhead. All hard copy reference letters are to be submitted in a sealed envelope, with the referee's signature across the seal. When submitting your application, do not open the envelope(s). Letters of reference will be part of the official student academic record. They are confidential and you will not have access to them at any time. 
• Scan and upload official transcripts.
• Complete the application process before the deadline.  

During University of Toronto closures , the online application system will remain available, however, your status will not be updated nor will technical assistance be available until the university reopens.

How we review applications and offer you a place in the program 

After we have received your completed application package (including reference letters), you will receive a decision notice within approximately two weeks. 

In reviewing applications the Departmental Admissions Committee assesses: 

• your interest in biomedical research as a career. 
• the grades you have received for coursework (from a recognized four-year undergraduate science program, or equivalent) and any graduate courses completed to date. 
• recommendations from faculty familiar with your work. 
• your research-related experience/achievements to date.  

You may be asked to attend an interview with a member of the LMP graduate faculty, either in person or by telephone, prior to receiving the result of your application. 

After the review, you will either be provided with:

• a "conditional offer of admission" which indicates your application is acceptable thus far, or
• you will be denied admission.

If you receive a conditional offer, you are required to provide: 

• Hardcopies of final official transcripts sent directly from all institutions attended. Academic records must be enclosed in an envelope provided by the institution(s) and sealed or signed across the back of the envelope. These may be mailed directly from the institution or sent through the applicant (DO NOT OPEN transcripts mailed directly to you). Electronic final official transcripts may be sent directly from your undergraduate university to [email protected]. Faxed records are not acceptable.
• Certified English translations of all international documentation written in a language other than English or French. 
• Official English tests: applicants educated outside of Canada, or whose native language is not English, are required to provide evidence of competence in the English language (e.g. TOEFL or IELTS). Results should be sent electronically to the University of Toronto. See 'If you have been educated outside Canada: additional requirements' below.

Final, hard copy transcripts should be sent to:

Graduate Admissions, Room 6209 The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology  Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto  1 King's College Circle Toronto Ontario, M5S 1A8  Canada 

If you are successful, you will be offered a place in the program.

In some cases, the committee may defer its decision until final marks are available. 

International students on a study visa/permit are encouraged to contact faculty members during the application phase in order to secure support prior to the application deadline. 

If you have been educated outside Canada: additional requirements 

English proficiency .

All incoming graduate students must have a good command of English.

If you have been educated outside of Canada, or if your native language is not English, you need to provide evidence of competence in the English language by completing one of the tests listed below.

You must meet the School of Graduate Studies minimum score requirements to be considered for the graduate program.   

Exemptions for English Proficiency requirements are listed on the  School of Graduate Studies website .  

International (VISA) students

You are encouraged to contact faculty members during the application phase in order to have the support of a potential supervisor prior to the application deadline. 

You may be recommended for admission but will not gain full admission without securing a supervisor .

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Fax: 416-978-7361

Office Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Please call in advance to schedule appointments outside these hours.

PhD Application and Program Requirements

The Institute of Medical Science offers a fully funded Doctor of Philosophy . Le arn more about the program on offer here .

Application deadlines and more specific application requirements can be found here  

Entry into the Institute of Medical Science graduate program is evaluated on a holistic approach of three essential criteria :

• Academic Requirements
• Research Motivation

In order to be considered for admission, you must  meet our minimum entry requirements, which are higher  than the School of Graduate Studies’ minimum entry requirements.

If you are not sure whether your degree is from a recognized university program, check the International and Exchange Students page on the School of Graduate Studies website.

1. Academic Requirements

Transcripts are an important component in determining your academic preparedness for entry into the IMS.

You are expected to have taken level 3 and 4 courses in your senior undergraduate years. Most of the courses in your final years should be in the general area of your graduate research interests.

Explanation of transcripts (difficulty of the course, low grades, etc.) can be included in a referee's letter, or during a possible interview.

Academic preparation is also reflected in research skills and achievements, especially if your schooling ended more than 5 years prior to application.

PhD Direct Entry Requirements

• Without a previous 2-year thesis/research based Master’s degree
• A 4-year undergraduate degree from a recognized university
• Research Experience
• Several outstanding publications
• Letter of Supervision from a potential supervisor
• Letter of Intent and a Research Proposal

PhD Requirements

• Research-based written and defended Master’s thesis dissertation from a recognized university program
• At least an A- (80%, 3.7 GPA, First Class Distinction) average in previous graduate program
• At least a B+ (77%, 3.3 GPA) average in previous undergraduate program

2. Research Motivation

Academic excellence is important, but will not guarantee admission. As all our graduate programs are research focused, the motivation to conduct research is essential. This can be demonstrated through:

• Applying for external funding and awards prior to admission. The application itself, even if unsuccessful, speaks to motivation
• Time spent in laboratories or other research settings pertinent to your graduate program
• Participation in research presentations
• Authorship on publications
• If interviewed, presenting proposed research project
• A Letter of Intent that contains research interests, research and career goals, research experience
• Research Proposal contains a relatively specific outline of the proposed thesis work
• Early application for graduate studies  

3. References

The IMS requires three references for all applications. All references must be from a university faculty member who knows you well enough to comment on your strengths and abilities. The referee must have been a faculty member during the time they are commenting on.

At least one reference must be from a faculty member with whom you have conducted research. The IMS wants to know how you might function in an active research environment.

Referees receive requests and instructions electronically as part of the online application process.

Ineligible references include:

• Sessional Lecturer
• Adjunct Professor
• Post-doc Fellow
• Teaching Assistant
• Research Assistant/Associate
• MD without a faculty appointment from a recognized university

Admissions Guide

To assist you in your decision, review the Admissions Guide on graduate studies at the University of Toronto here .

Funding Policy

Student Funding Policy 2023-2024

Ready to apply? Log in to the online application: https://admissions.sgs.utoronto.ca/apply/

To further help you in your decision you can check out the SGS Admissions and Application Requirement , IMS Degree Requirements , Application Deadlines , Admissions FAQ pages.

Applications will be considered after payment of the application fee is received by the School of Graduate Studies and a completed application is received by the application deadline. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Applications received passed the application deadline will not be considered.   

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Admission to the Program

Admission to the Strategy PhD program is competitive, with the number of qualified applicants largely exceeding the number of available places. Our admissions decisions weigh a number of factors including academic background, research experience, test scores, aspirations, and fit with the research interests of our faculty.

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The Rotman PhD program in Strategic Management includes required courses (in theory and methods) “depth” courses, optional personalized courses, a research project, comprehensive examinations and a dissertation.

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Before you apply, we recommend that you contact the  Associate Director, Graduate  or the  Graduate Administrator . 

Application Dates & Deadlines (PhD)

Application opens.

October 23, 2023

Application deadlines

Admission decisions are made during January to May, on an on-going basis; we encourage you to apply early. Applications will be open until April 14, 2024 .

Minimum Admission Requirements

Applicants are considered under the School of Graduate Studies'  General Regulations . Admissions are selective; possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee acceptance. 

Applicants DO NOT need to secure a supervisor before making their application.  A supervisor is generally chosen during the first year of studies.

Applicants must also satisfy the Centre's additional admission requirements stated below:

• Applications are considered between January and April, with offers going out throughout this time period.  International applicants may be considered for additional awards, and so are encouraged to apply by mid-Jan.  International applications will still be considered until the April 14th deadline.  
• Applicants with an MA in Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies or the equivalent from a recognized university, must have a standing equivalent to at least a University of Toronto A-. Applicants who have taken the MA through this Centre must be recommended for further study by the instructors whose courses they have taken. Applicants holding the MA of this University in another subject or its equivalent from another university will be considered for admission to the PhD program in light of their previous work and its relation to the centre's requirements; additional coursework may be required.
• Applicants must arrange two supporting letters of recommendation that address specifically their academic skills and research potential. Admission will be conditional upon satisfactory recommendation.
• Applications must be accompanied by a statement of research intent (up to five pages and bibliography), curriculum vitae (CV) and a writing sample (15 pages, plus bibliography). 

English Language Requirement

Please visit the School of Graduate Studies'  English-Language Proficiency Testing  page. 

International Applicants

International students are encouraged to complete their applications by January 14, 2024, to be considered for additional awards. But the April 14, 2024, deadline still applies to International students who cannot meet this January application date and the regular funding package will stilll be awarded to successful applicants.

Please visit the School of Graduate Studies'  International & Exchange Students  page. 

Application Procedure

Application form & fee.

• Apply via the University of Toronto School of Graduate Studies  Online Admissions Application
• Read the  Frequently Asked Questions  
• The application fee is $125 CA

Supporting Documents

Include the following on your School of Graduate Studies  Online Admissions Application : 

• A Curriculum Vitae (CV) outlining all activities pertinent to study at the Centre, in research, publication, teaching, and performing arts practice. 
• A Cover Letter: In 800–1,000 words, describe your scholarly interests, the reasons for your pursuit of graduate studies, your previous scholarly experience and artistic practice that have prepared you for a graduate program, and how the CDTPS is a good match for your pursuit.
• Two letters of recommendation providing substantive information on the applicant's abilities, achievements, and potential for graduate studies. We recommend that these are composed by instructors familiar with your academic work and skills.
• A statement of intent. In 1,000–1,500 words, describe what you are interested in examining for your PhD thesis, your assessment of prior research pertinent to your scholarly interests, the reasons why it is important to conduct your proposed project, your proposed methodology, your research plan with an approximate timeline, your contribution to existing scholarship, and how the CDTPS is a good match for your PhD pursuit. This statement is required to ensure that: applicants demonstrate promise of independent research at an advanced level; their stated scholarly interests are compatible with the Centre’s available resources; once admitted, candidates may proceed with their programs expeditiously and with focus. Once admitted, you can expect to revisit your proposed research project to revise its scope and plan.  
• A writing sample (15 pages plus bibliography, double-spaced, 12 point, Times New Roman, 1-inch margin, paginated, MLA or Chicago style)
• Note: Only two recommendation letters are allowed. Further documentation beyond what is stated above—for example, creative and research publications—is not required and will not be read.

Learn more about graduate studies at the University of Toronto on the School of Graduate Studies website .

After You Apply

Application status check.

Log into your  Online Admissions Application  to check your application status. Your application will be marked “Under Review” when it has gone to the Admission Committee for consideration.

Notification Of Admission Decisions

Decisions are made as soon as possible, rather than by a specific date. By the end of the current admissions cycle (typically in May) the outcomes of all applications should be communicated.

Possession of the minimum requirements of the Centre for Drama, Theatre & Performance Studies and the School of Graduate Studies does not guarantee admission. Candidates must be competitive among fellow applicants.

Collaborative Programs

As a Centre for Drama, Theatre & Performance Studies PhD student, you have the option of applying to a collaborative PhD program in one of the following areas of study:

• Asian Institute - Centres & Programs
• Collaborating Units - Anne Tanenbaum Centre for Jewish Studies
• Diaspora and Transnational Studies
• The Knowledge Media Design Institute (KMDI)
• Sexual Diversity Studies
• Women & Gender Studies
• More possibilities, to be discussed in person

Please contact the  Associate Director, Graduate  or the  Graduate Administrator  if you intend to apply to a collaborative program. 

Learn more about where our alumni have landed following graduation on Our Graduates in Academia page . 

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Deadline to apply:.

PhD:  January 15 MIRHR: March 1

Online applications available November 1.

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Students are admitted to the University of Toronto’s Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources MIRHR and PhD programs under the general regulations of the School of Graduate Studies . The Centre does not offer non-degree studies or combined programs.

Graduates of recognized academic institutions outside Canada should hold an appropriate bachelor’s degree or its equivalent as assessed by the University of Toronto. Use the  International Degree Equivalencies  tool to determine which international credentials are required for graduate admission.

Enrolment capacity is limited and meeting minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission. The CIRHR Admissions committee reserves the right to select the most qualified applicants to its programs and decisions are final.

Applications to the CIRHR must be submitted through the School of Graduate Studies online application . Carefully review the application instructions, admission requirements and deadlines before you begin.

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Doctor of Philosophy

Students in the PhD program complete a thesis under the supervision of one of our faculty members, as well a number of courses.  The program can be completed on a full-time or flexible-time basis.

Students should familiarize themselves with the information provided in the links below. Students are responsible for ensuring they meet the degree requirements, appropriate deadlines, and any other regulations throughout the duration of their program.

• PhD Degree Requirements
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• PhD Reading Committee (CHE3010Y)
• PhD Departmental Oral Examination
• Final Oral Examination
• Chair’s Discovery Award
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Collaborative Specializations (optional):

Students in the MASc or PhD program may choose to concurrently complete a collaborative specialization:

Emphasis (optional):

Students in the MASc or PhD program may choose to complete their program with an Emphasis in Sustainable Energy .

Students in a Collaborative specialization or Emphasis must satisfy the requirements of the Collaborative specialization of Emphasis in addition to this Department’s requirements.  A course/courses may count simultaneously towards both a student’s MASc or PhD degree and a Collaborative specialization or Emphasis.  Careful course planning and consultation with both the ChemE Graduate Administrator and the Collaborative specialization or Emphasis Advisor is recommended.

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To be in good academic standing, a student registered in Chemistry Department must:

• Complete all courses including research courses with a satisfactory grade of at least B- and maintain a minimum of B+ standing;
• Adhere to the specific requirements in their field of study;
• Meet with supervisory committee annually; and
• Comply with the General and Degree Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies (SGS);

The Department may recommend to the School of Graduate Studies the termination of registration and candidacy of a student who fails to make a satisfactory progress toward the completion of the degree.

In addition, make sure to review SGS guidance on Understanding Good Standing and Satisfactory Progress . It lays out expectations regarding coursework completion, supervisory committee meetings and evalutions, candidacy, and program length and time limit.

If there are challenges that may be hindering your progress, there are options:

• Centre for Graduate Mentorship and Supervision and/or Graduate Wellness Services for strategies.
• Additional advice from School of Graduate Studies
• Address the issue(s) with your advisory committee members.  Students may contact the Graduate Office to facilitate a meeting outside of your annual progress meeting with the Associate Chair.
• Contact the Graduate Office to seek advice.

Doctoral Supervisory Committee and Annual Meetings

Students must establish a supervisory committee  within three months  of entering the doctoral program. The committee will consist of the supervisor (or co-supervisors) and at least two University of Toronto graduate faculty members. One of the two members can be outside of the chemistry graduate department. Student must fill out the  Doctoral Supervisory Committee Enrolment form  and upload to the Chemistry Graduate Office drive .

How Do You Choose Committee Members? Committee members are best selected in consultation with your supervisor.   Here are some key questios when considering prospective members:

• Can they add value (eg. field-specific advice) to your research program?
• Will they be around and available for consultation and meetings throughout most of your program?.
• Will they be approachable and offer constructive advice?
• Can they be objective enough to help if problems arise?
• Will they be able and wiling to offer their opinion even if contrary to that of your supervisor or other members?
• Is there a good balance?  Do their reas of expertise cover a sufficient range?

Membership must remain the same throughout the doctoral program. If a member needs to be replaced, please forward another  Doctoral Supervisory Committee Enrolment form  along with a letter of justification for the change.

Students must also arrange a supervisory committee meeting  within twelve months  of entering the doctoral program. Thereafter, students are required by School of Graduate Studies to meet with the committee at least once a year to assess the student's progress in the program and to provide advice on future work. Students are expected to meet with their committee at least once a year, and more often if the committee so requires. A 20-30-minute meeting is generally sufficient but students or faculty may request for more time if needed. Students must fill out the  Doctoral Supervisory Committee Meeting Report  which needs to be submitted to the Chemistry Graduate Office after the meeting. If a member is unable to make it to the meeting, the student must arrange a separate meeting.  As a best practice and to get as much from this annual meeting, it is utmost important to schedule a it when all members are available. 

The meeting is meant to provide guidance and advice to both the student and to the supervisor from interested colleagues, to ensure that the progress towards graduation is satisfactory and to provide a forum to resolve any issues (eg. research, academic, personal) which may arise. It thus follows that if either the student or the supervisor (or, on occasion, the Associate Chair) feels that a meeting is in order outside the required annual one, it is their right to request such a meeting and the responsibility of all the members of the committee to agree to such a meeting.  

What You Can Expect of your Supervisory Committee Your supervisory committee should:

• Meet regularly (at least once a year)
• Provide guidance during your research
• Add complementary value to your supervision
• Provide meaningful written feedback
• Resource towards enhancing your professional development

The School of Graduate Studies have developed guidelines for students to peruse.  It provides information on responsiblities of the student, supervisor and advisory committee. 

A student falls out of good academic standing if the supervisory committee concludes that unsatisfactory progress is being made on two consecutive meetings.

Arranging the annual meeting is generally the student's responsibility. However, if a student experiences difficulty in arranging a meeting with any member(s) of their committee or should require additional meeting(s), they should contact the Graduate Office for assistance.

Failure to meet the above timelines can be grounds for termination in the program.

Time Limit for Completion of Program Requirements in a Ph.D. Program

A student enrolled in a full-time PhD degree program will be denied further registration in that program and will have their candidacy terminated at the end of the third year of registration in the case of a four-year program, or at the end of the fourth year of registration in the case of a five-year program (direct entry from bachelors degree), if, by that time, either:

• the candidate has not completed all requirements for the degree exclusive of thesis research including course requirements and qualifying departmental examinations; or
• the candidate does not have an approved thesis topic, supervisor, or supervisory committee.

In exceptional circumstances, such a student may be permitted to register in the program for two further sessions at the Department's discretion. Student must fill out a  Request for Extension to Achieve Candidacy form  and receive approval from the supervisor before submitting to the Chemistry Graduate Office. Continuation beyond two sessions will require the approval of both the department and the SGS Admissions and Programs Committee.

Our Department requires students to register in courses that run continuously throughout the program, e.g., ongoing research and seminar courses. The foregoing time limit does not apply to such courses. Doctoral students in their third year must be ABD (All But Dissertation) in order to continue in the program.

Course Reduction & Transfers

Course Reduction

With the approval of Department of Chemistry and School of Graduate Studies, course reduction may be granted for graduate work completed in another MSc program. This will reduce the number of courses a doctoral student will need to complete to fulfill in the program requirements. Students may request up to two half-courses which must be equivalent to courses offered by our Department. Graduate or cross-listed courses taken while in the undergraduate level do not apply.  Doctoral students who completed their MSc in chemistry at UofT are not required to submit a course reduction request. 

Since the course(s) has been credited towards another degree, the course cannot be transferred towards the doctoral degree.

To request a course reduction, the following documents must be submitted to the Graduate Office for approval within a year  of entering the doctoral program:

• Request for  Course Reduction Form ;
• Copy of the course syllabus for each course requested;
• Unofficial copy of transcript

Course Transfers

With the approval of the department and the School of Graduate Studies, transfer credit may be granted for graduate work completed in another program, provided that the course(s) has not been credited towards another degree. Transfer credit will be limited to two half-courses. Student must submit the  Request for Transfer Credit form  to the Chemistry Graduate Office for departmental approval.

Seminar Series

All students are required to participate and give at least two to four seminars in the doctoral program. Students who fail to meet the  seminar requirement  before their final oral examination will be denied by School of Graduate Studies to proceed with the examination. Students must contact the seminar coordinator in their field of study if they are due to present. The seminar series generally run from September to April.  For more information about the seminar requirement and oral presentation guidelines, review the program requirements for the doctoral program.  View  upcoming seminars.

Here are online resources for oral presentation guidelines and skills:

• Oral Presentation, Writing University of Toronto
• Presentation Skills
• Public Speaking and Graduate School
• Mastering the Art of Presenting

Comprehensive Oral Examination

The purpose of the examination is to test the knowledge of the student's subject area and to determine if the student is prepared to proceed on to the thesis writing. The examination typically lasts for 2 hours which includes a 20-minute presentation by the examinee.

Students may request to arrange a comprehensive oral examination generally after the completion of the required course work in their field of study. However, students should satisfy this requirement before the end of their third year of registration in the case of a four year program or before the end of their fourth year in the case of a five-year program (PhD direct-entry from Bachelors degree).

To arrange an examination, please contact the  Chemistry Graduate Office  with the proposed dates, and names of the three members of the supervisory committee including your supervisor (4 if co-supervised) and another University of Toronto graduate faculty member. No more than one member outside the Chemistry Department is acceptable. The exam requires four voters and the student needs at least 3 votes to pass (4 if co-supervised).

The examinee should print out the  voting ballot  for the examination. Examinations to be held in the Lash Miller building may contact the departmental  receptionist  to book a projector. If the exam is booked in LM151 there is no need to book a projector through the receptionist. Students also have the option to hold their annual supervisory meeting after the examination. The  Doctoral Supervisory Committee report form  should be forwarded to the Chemistry Graduate Office to ensure a record of the meeting.

If a student fails to pass the examination, a reconvened examination is to be held within one year. No new members shall be added to the committee except for necessary replacements to ensure a quorum. The chair of the examination is required to explain in a written report reasons for an unsuccessful exam and determine, if possible, a timeline to reconvene.

Fees for Final Year PhDs

Academic fees for full-time doctoral students in the final year of their program are pro-rated based on the twelve-month academic year. Incidental fees are charged on a sessional (term) basis.

When a final corrected thesis is submitted to School of Graduate Studies, fees and service charges are adjusted accordingly. For more information please review the monthly academic and incidental fees schedule with  Fees Department .

Doctoral Completion Award

The aim of the Doctoral Completion Award (DCA) is to help ensure that meritorious PhD students who are no longer receiving the normal funding from their graduate unit can complete their degree program within time limit. Students may receive a DCA only once during their program. Criteria and conditions include: academic merit and quality of research, the availability of alternative funding, and, if appropriate, special features of the research program that require more time than usual.  Deadline:  The Chemistry Graduate Office generally sends out a notification in the spring

Thesis and Planning for a PhD Final Oral Examination

Review the  SGS Guide to Program Completion . In addition, the Department follows its own procedures to ensure that the PhD candidate meets the timelines specified by SGS. 

Guidelines on thesis formatting, submission, copyright and deadlines can be found on the SGS website .   There are no specific requirements by the department but consult with your supervisor for their expectations.  Make sure to peruse the Writing at UofT for tips and advice and use the resources offered at Graduate Centre for Academic Communication .

Planning for the final oral examination must begin at least  eight weeks  before the proposed date(s) of the examination. Note that the two-week closure in December does not count.

At Least Eight Weeks or Earlier Prior to the Proposed Exam Date(s)

• The supervisor and student discuss the potential members of the Examination Committee. Please forward the names of the members to the  Chemistry Graduate Office . The quorum for voting members is four. However, SGS requires five voting members to obtain approval from the SGS Vice-Dean to book the examination. In case of emergency in which one of the members is unable to attend, the candidate can therefore still proceed with the examination since it meets the quorum. A maximum of three of the voting members of the Exam Committee will have served on the candidate's Supervisory Committee. At least two voting members (including the external examiner) will not have been closely involved in the supervision of the thesis. Eligible voters are the external appraiser, members of the graduate faculty of the Chemistry Department and members of the graduate faculty of other departments, centres or institutes of the University of Toronto.  
• The supervisor must submit a  list of three potential external appraisers  to the Graduate Office. The list should be in order of preference. For each name listed, the reason for the choice is presented with specific regard to the subject of the thesis. The first choice is generally approved unless the Associate Dean at SGS deems the first choice unsuitable. To avoid issues with SGS and delays, the supervisor and the student should ensure that there is an "arms-length" relationship between the external examiner and the rest of the examination committee.  
• Once the Graduate Office receives the list of the potential members of the Examination Committee, a request is forwarded to the SGS Associate Dean for pre-approval. Once approved, the Graduate Office may contact the members, including the external appraiser for their availability to determine acceptable dates for the examination. It is not required that the external examiner be present at the examination. Teleconference or videoconference is available upon request.  
• The student completes the thesis and forwards copies to members of the Supervisory Committee for the review. The members must have at least two weeks to review the thesis. Please contact them directly as early as possible to confirm if the allotted time for appraisal is sufficient in case of other commitments and to properly estimate a timeline. Forward a copy of the  Thesis Review Guidelines  to your reviewers along with your thesis. The advance reading by members of the Supervisory Committee allows the student to avoid situations where major changes are needed after the examination and a good quality appraisal can be expected.  
• The student amends the thesis based on the comments and suggestions from members of the supervisory committee. The members must also deem that the thesis is ready and may be forwarded to the external appraiser. A thesis may  only  proceed to examination without the approval of the Supervisory Committee, if there is a letter of authorization from the Associate Dean (SGS).  
• The student must certify that he or she has fulfilled all the degree requirements for his or her field of study. These include completion of courses with satisfactory grades, seminars, cumulative examinations (if applicable) and comprehensive examination. For more information about the degree requirements for your field of study, please refer to  PhD Program Requirements .  
• The student must confirm that the record of Supervisory Committee meetings in the Chemistry Graduate Office is up-to-date. The last committee meeting must have taken place within the last 12 months prior to the proposed examination date and the outcome must be noted as "satisfactory" on the record.

At Least Six Weeks or Earlier Prior to the Exam Date

• The student submits a copy of the corrected version of the thesis to the Graduate Office along with the signed  PhD Examination Form . The office will forward the thesis to the external examiner via FedEx. The supervisory committee members must have signed the form to confirm that they have read the thesis before a copy can be forwarded to the external examiner. An e-mail from the faculty members to the Graduate Office will suffice.  
• As well, a thesis abstract (no longer than 350 words) via e-mail must be submitted to the Graduate Office.  
• A copy of the reviewed thesis is also forwarded to the fourth University of Toronto examination member. The copy can be submitted to the Graduate Office if faculty member(s) is not easily accessible.  
• The Graduate Office books the examination at the SGS PhD Office and sends out a final confirmation of the examination date and location to the candidate and members of the examination committee.

At Least Two Weeks or Earlier Prior to the Exam Date

• A copy of the external appraisal is forwarded to the candidate, members of the Examination Committee, Graduate Chair and the Ph.D. Office. The student may discuss the appraisal with members of Examination Committee except with the external appraiser. The candidate may have the option to revise the thesis and postpone the examination date at this point.  
• An examination program is forwarded to the candidate and members of the Examination Committee as a final confirmation along with the name of the Examination Chair.  
• Prepare presentation (up to 20 minute for a closed oral exam or 30 minutes for a public seminar).   
• Review Voting Procedure.  
• Additional reading:  The Last BIg Hurdle

After a Successful Examination

Theses are submitted electronically to SGS and approved by the PhD Completion Office.  Carefully follow the SGS' instructions.  Theses that do not conform to the formatting guidelines will be rejected and negatively impact eligibility to proceed with graduation.  In addition, final corrections to the thesis must be approved by the supervisor before submitting to SGS. Please refer to  Producing Your Thesis  for more information. Enquiries should be redirected to the PhD Completion Office .

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How to Apply

We have one application cycle per year, and all admitted MA and PhD students begin in September. Applications are submitted online to the School of Graduate Studies of the University of Toronto.

• October 9, 2023: Online application system opens
• October 25, 2023 : Information session for Graduate Applications and Major Awards - Details Coming Soon.
• January 5, 2024: Application payment and supporting documents submission deadline

Admission to both the MA and PhD Linguistics programs are highly competitive. Only applicants who meet at least the minimum requirements and whose research interests are consistent with our Department's areas of focus can be considered by the Admissions Committee.

I am interested in the MA Linguistics program

To apply for our MA program, you will need to have completed, or be about to complete, a 4-year undergraduate degree in linguistics with at least a B+ average in your final year. You do not need to have a specialist degree in linguistics, but you should have completed the following coursework:

• Introductory-level phonetics, phonology, syntax, and semantics (equivalent to our LIN228H1, LIN229H1, LIN232H1, and LIN241H1 );
• Upper-year phonology and syntax (equivalent to our LIN322H1 and LIN331H1 );
• Several other linguistics courses at the advanced level.

In exceptional cases, a student may be allowed to take one of these required courses during the one-year MA, provided that they do not plan to write a Forum paper in this area.If you have at least introductory-level phonetics, phonology, syntax, and semantics, you may ask to be considered for admission to our two-year MA program. There is no separate application, but you may wish to indicate in your MA application that you are specifically interested in the two-year program. We offer the two-year MA to very exceptional students from universities whose programs we are familiar with, but who lack a strong background in linguistics due to a lack of courses at their home university. More often, however, we recommend that such a student take the courses required for admission to the one-year MA as a special student, either at the University of Toronto or elsewhere. Please note that a student in the first year of a two-year MA does not qualify for University of Toronto graduate funding.

I am interested in the Direct-Entry PhD Linguistics program

Students with a bachelor's degree, with a minimum A– average, may be admitted to the Direct-Entry PhD program. Admission to this program requires a strong background in linguistics with at least courses in introductory phonetics, phonology, morphology, and syntax and a demonstration of capacity for original research. Students wishing to be considered for the Direct-Entry PhD Program should indicate their interest in the program in their personal statement, and include all supplementary documents indicated in the online application. 

I am interested in the PhD Linguistics program

To apply for our PhD program, you will need to have completed, or be about to complete, a Master's degree in linguistics from a recognized university with an overall average of at least A-. Our PhD program is primarily intended for people interested in teaching linguistics and conducting advanced research. Your application needs to show the admissions committee that you are capable of independent, high-level linguistics research.

I am an applicant from outside Canada

We welcome applications from international students, though we have a limited number of places in our MA and PhD programs to offer to international applicants (that is to say, students who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents).

The School of Graduate Studies sets minimum admission requirements for all graduate students. If you are unsure how your own educational background aligns with the SGS requirements, you can check the International Degree Equivalencies Tool. As part of your admission requirements, you may be expected to provide proof of English-language proficiency.

Application timeline

We have one application cycle per year, for admission in the following September. The online application system opens on October 9. The application and document submission deadline is in January. The first round of admission decisions will be sent out in early February, and continue until all places are filled. You should expect a response by early May.

Application Notes

Application fee.

There is a non-refundable application fee of $125 CAD, which can be paid by credit card. Payment of your application fee must be received by the School of Graduate Studies before we can consider your application.

The Department of Linguistics has a limited number of application fee waivers to offer to eligible applicants who self-identify as any of the following, including international applicants.

• Indigenous, Black, and Persons of Colour (BIPOC)
• Living with disability
• Annual household income of less than $15,000 CAD

Only applicants who meet at least the minimum requirements and whose research interests are consistent with our Department's areas of focus will be considered for the Application Fee waiver.If we receive more applications than we have waivers, we will distribute fee waivers to eligible applicants by lottery.

NOTE: The application fee waiver is not an indication or promise of admission to the graduate program you are applying for. The admissions process is conducted separately.

Timeline and procedures:

1. Complete this  form by Nov. 10th 2023 (23:59 EST) and send the following supporting documents to [email protected] in pdf format.

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Unofficial transcripts for all university programs you have enrolled in or completed
• If your highest degree in Linguistics is from a university outside of Canada and the US, please provide an additional document listing all the Linguistics courses you have taken and the textbook (or material) used in the course.

2. You will receive notification whether you will receive a fee waiver or not by Nov. 22nd 2023.

3. Upon notification, you will receive further instructions about how and when to apply to the program. NOTE: Fee waivers can only be awarded in advance of application to the program; we cannot reimburse application fees if they have already been paid.

If you have any questions please contact  [email protected].

Information Session

Interested applicants are invited to an information session on applying to graduate school in the Department of Linguistics.

Wednesday October 25, 2023 4:00-5:00PM 

Please complete this form  by October 23, 2023 to Register

Zoom meeting access information will be sent out to all registered participants on October 24th

What's in an application?

Applications for our MA and PhD programs must be submitted electronically via the online Admissions Application, hosted by the School of Graduate Studies on a secure server. Once you have accessed the application and entered your contact information, an applicant identification number and password will be emailed to you. You can return to your application at any point. After completing the application and paying the application fee, you will be able to upload your supporting documents and check your application status.

MA Application

When completing the online application form, please be sure to tell us your area of study! (e.g., syntax, phonology, sociolinguistics...)

Your application consists of the following documents, all uploaded to your online application:

• Transcripts from each university you have attended, complete to the time of application. These can be unofficial transcripts. If they are in a language other than English or French, please include a translation into English.
• Three letters of reference from linguistics instructors, who can speak specifically to your skills as a student linguist. The link to our reference form and instructions will be sent directly to your referees, and the form should be uploaded to the application site.
• Your statement of interest , of approximately two pages, outlining your research interests. In this document, please describe any competitions, events or achievements that you have taken part in, or received, that would help us understand your capabilities as a scholar and why you would be successful in our program. If you are interested in working with a specific faculty member, please let us know in your statement of interest.*
• Optional:  Your  curriculum vitae (CV).*
• Optional: One sample of your recent written work in linguistics , in English or French, of no more than 20 pages. This can be a term paper. It should provide evidence of your ability to conduct linguistics research.*
• English-language proficiency test results, if you are an applicant whose primary language is not English. More information about recognized English-language proficiency tests can be found on the School of Graduate Studies' website, including the list of exemption conditions. Please note that students admitted to our MA and PhD programs generally have scores that exceed the SGS minimum requirements.
• Ex. LIN101H1 F Introduction to Linguistics; William O’Grady and John Archibald (eds.). Contemporary Linguistic Analysis: An Introduction. Eighth Edition. Toronto: Pearson Canada, 2016. ISBN: 978-0-321-83615-1

*For more information on how to submit your supplement documents, please view the page on "How to Submit Supplemental Documents" on the sidebar ( https://www.linguistics.utoronto.ca/node/928 )

Direct-Entry PhD Application

• Your  curriculum vitae (CV).*
• Your  statement of interest  of two single-spaced pages max. outlining your academic background and research interests. This is an opportunity to tell the admissions committee what you have done as a University student (your academic background), what you intend to do in your MA/PhD studies (your research goals) and why University of Toronto Linguistics is the best place for you to pursue these research goals. If you are interested in working with a specific faculty member, please let us know in your statement of interest. (Note: In this document, you may also discuss any academic honours or achievements you may have earned or any competitions (e.g. university entrance examinations) you may have taken part in that would help us understand better your capabilities as a student and why you would be successful in our program.)*
• One sample of your recent written work in linguistics , in English or French, of no more than 20 pages. This can be a term paper. It should provide evidence of your ability to conduct linguistics research.*
• English-language proficiency test results, if you are an applicant whose primary language is not English. More information about recognized English-language proficiency tests can be found on the School of Graduate Studies' website, including the list of exemption conditions. Please note that students admitted to our graduate programs generally have scores that exceed the SGS minimum requirements.

(Note: Our original application instructions used the MA application form for the Direct-Entry PhD program.  If you applied using the previous set of instructions and have been in contact with us, you will not need to reapply using the PhD application form.)

PhD Application

• Your  curriculum vitae (CV) .*
• One sample of your recent written work in linguistics , in English or French, of no more than 20 pages. This can be a term paper. It should provide evidence of your ability to conduct linguistics research at an advanced level.*

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We do not require the following:

• Paper copies of your application documents, unless we specifically request them. Regulations do not allow us to return any documents (and official transcripts are expensive!).
• Graduate Records Examination (GRE) scores.

If you have questions about applying to the University of Toronto, the School of Graduate Studies hosts a comprehensive FAQ page. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the School of Graduate Studies, including your name and applicant number. If you have other questions about your application, or need to change the email address for a referee, please contact the Graduate Administrator, also including your name and applicant number.

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The PhD in Biomedical Engineering is a research-intensive program that immerses students in the application of biomedical sciences and engineering principles to advance solutions for challenges in human health. Students can be admitted to the PhD program through direct entry after completion of a bachelor’s degree or, alternatively, after the completion of a master’s degree. PhD students receive a guaranteed minimum stipend for four years.

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Four years (defined as the period for an academically well-prepared student to complete all program requirements while registered full-time).

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• Entry into PhD program after completion of a bachelor’s degree (i.e., direct entry) : A four-year bachelor’s degree in engineering, medicine, dentistry, physical sciences, or biological sciences, or its equivalent , with an average of at least 3.7 on a 4.0 grade point average scale (i.e., A minus) in the final two years of study from a recognized university ; or
• Entry into PhD program after completion of a master’s degree : A master’s degree in engineering, medicine, dentistry, physical sciences, or biological sciences, or its equivalent , with a cumulative average of at least 3.3 on a 4.0 grade point average scale (i.e., B plus) from a recognized university .
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• Applicants must find a BME faculty supervisor. ( NB : You do not need a supervisor at the time of application. However, admission is competitive and only candidates who have found and secured a research supervisor will be admitted to begin graduate studies.)
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• Arrange for your English test score to be reported electronically to the University of Toronto by the testing agency if applicable. The institution code for U of T is 0982-00 (there is no need to specify a department)
• Contact the BME Graduate Office to identify your BME faculty supervisor

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The Doctor of Philosophy degree is a research-based program leading to the production of a research thesis. Doctoral research at UTIAS is expected to be internationally recognized for its originality, rigour, and importance. Supervised by a faculty member, students select a research topic, develop a plan to address the topic, and implement this plan, leading to a major research thesis and contributions to the academic literature. This is the pinnacle of academic achievement, and holders of the PhD are well prepared for academic positions and leadership roles in industrial research and development.

UTIAS researchers collaborate extensively with all the major companies in the Canadian aerospace industry, and UTIAS PhD students frequently interact with industrial partners.

All PhD students at UTIAS are provided with a stipend to support living expenses, tuition and fees, and are eligible for a range of additional scholarship support .

Applicants may enter the PhD program via one of two routes: 1) following completion of an MASc degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or chemistry; or 2) transfer from the University of Toronto MASc program.

Four years (defined as the period of time for an academically well-prepared student to complete all program requirements while registered full-time).

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies . For international students, degree and grade equivalencies can be found at the  International Degree Equivalencies directory .
• An MASc degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or chemistry and demonstrated ability to perform advanced research. Applicants require a minimum average grade of B+ in their Master’s program, but most admitted applicants have average grades higher than this.
• Proof of English-language proficiency is required for all applicants educated outside of Canada whose native language is not English. See the  School of Graduate Studies  for additional information.

Application Procedures

Please ensure that you meet our minimum admission requirements as stated above.

Before applying, you should learn about the  UTIAS course offerings , and read the FAQs about admissions and FAQs about studying at UTIAS .

Step 1.   Submit an application on SGS Admissions Management and pay the $125 application fee (non-refundable/transferable, regardless of the circumstance). Applications will not be processed until the application fee is received. You will be prompted for your payment information after you click “submit.” Please note that there is no way to edit your application once it has been submitted.

On the SGS Admissions Management site please submit:

• Your SGS application  (personal information, academic history, etc.), and,
• Scans of complete (or most up-to-date) academic transcript(s) . Applicants must scan and upload each post-secondary institutional transcript as a PDF file. In lieu of a scanned copy of a paper transcript, applicants may upload a PDF file of their academic history from their university’s student web service. Every transcript must include its respective grading scale. You are not required to submit official (paper) transcripts until requested by the graduate office.

Step 2 .  Submit a detailed application on UTIAS Application System .

This is the most important part of the application process. If you do not complete the application on UTIAS Application System, your application will not be reviewed.

Please note:

• Applicants should monitor their PhD application progress on UTIAS Application System.

Your UTIAS Graduate Admission includes:

• Personal/general Information
• Statement of intent
• Curriculum vitae
• Academic history and detailed grades*
• Referee contact information**

Once you submit your application on UTIAS Application System you will not be able to modify it.

* You must include all marks from all years and all institutions that you have attended. If you do not provide these grades on UTIAS Application System, the review of your application will be delayed until you provide these and hence you may miss the review period.

Transcripts: The review process will take place using the scanned/electronic transcripts uploaded to SGS Admissions Management Application and grades submitted to UTIAS Application System. You will be contacted with instructions if you are required to submit official paper transcripts.

** Two reference letters are required . In general, letters of reference from academic sources are preferred. Your referees must submit their letters of reference electronically on the UTIAS Application System. Do not submit more than two referees. Only two letters will be considered. Instructions on how to submit letters of reference will be sent automatically to referees by the UTIAS Application System.

An application is not complete until both letters of reference have been submitted. It is highly recommended that applicants (1) submit their applications well in advance of the deadline and (2) confirm that their letters of reference have been submitted by logging on to the UTIAS Application System. The application status will read “received” when the application is complete including two letters of reference. Please do not forward hard copies of letters of reference to the UTIAS Graduate Office.

Indicate research preference: Applicants must classify their research interest. The UTIAS Application System will permit applicants to indicate a maximum of three areas of interest from a drop-down menu. Visit our Research & Centres  page for detailed information.

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How To Apply

Important notes:.

If you can only see the option to apply for Fall 2021, you are in the old system and need to use the new application system: https://admissions.sgs.utoronto.ca/apply/

Document Submission

Please note: Do not upload extra documentation that is not requested in your checklist. You should only refer to your checklist of required documents to understand what to upload and to determine which documents are still outstanding for your application to be considered complete and ready for review. Do not send us any additional documents (e.g., research papers, theses, etc.). They will be discarded.

Please inform your references that they will receive an email request instructing the submission of their reference letter. Emails will be sent from [email protected] “University of Toronto Graduate Studies”. Inform your references that they may need to check their junk mail to receive the reference request If you use the same reference letter writers in multiple applications, the referees are required to submit multiple letters of reference on your behalf.

Transcripts

NOTE: successful applicants will be asked to arrange to have one OFFICIAL copy of each transcript (in the original language) from each postsecondary institution you have attended sent to the department. If you have a degree from a Canadian university for which the language of instruction is French, you are not required to submit English translations of official transcripts in the French language. Otherwise, official English translations must accompany all foreign documents not written in English. Transcripts must be provided by the issuing institution(s) as password protected e-transcripts or and sealed or signed across the back of the envelope by an official of the issuing office.

Steps Required To Complete Application

• After reviewing the program requirements, read the following instructions BEFORE you start your SGS admission application.
• Prepare your references early. If you are applying to the MA program, you need two references; if you are applying to the PhD program, you need three references. Please note that we only accept institutional email addresses for your referees.
• To begin your application, select “create an account to start a new application” under the “first-time users” heading.
• If you have already started your application, log in as a “returning user”.
• Use your email address and password to log into your application.
• From the application management screen, use the drop down to pick “application type” and select Fall 2022-2023.
• The graduate unit should be the Economics Department, your attendance type is full time or part-time, and your program of study should be selected before continuing.
• To submit documents that we have requested, please select the document type below and upload a Word document, PDF, or scanned image file. After uploading your document, please allow at least an hour for your checklist to be updated as received. If there is a need for additional documentation, the graduate unit will reach out to you via email.
• If your fall term grades have not been released yet and you cannot provide them by the document deadline in January, please provide them as soon as they become available, email your updated grades to [email protected] including your application number, full name, and program applied to.
• Scan and upload your transcript(s)—which must include the respective institutional grading scale(s)— in PDF format for all post-secondary institutions attended. Ensure that each page is fully legible. To upload your academic history, you would need to upload one transcript per entry. If you completed a BA and MA at the same institution, you would need to do two transcript uploads. These transcripts are all deemed unofficial since they are self-reported. If you have a degree from a Canadian university for which the language of instruction is French, you are not required to submit English translations of official transcripts in the French language. Otherwise, English translations from a recognized translation service must accompany all foreign documents (including transcripts) not written in English.
• The number of references you need to provide varies by program. Please check the department/program website to confirm that information
• To add your references, add them one at a time by clicking the “Add recommender” link. You will be given the option of identifying your references as “academic recommendation”, “employer recommendation” and “professional recommendation”. Please note that we only accept institutional email addresses. We do not accept Hotmail, Yahoo, or Gmail email addresses.
• You must click “send to recommender” to submit the reference’s information. This will send an email to the reference letter writer almost immediately. It is possible that your reference might submit their letter before you have finished all your application details.
• If you require English Language Proficiency, you must self-report before you are allowed to submit an application. If you do not have the test scores available before the application is due, you can identify what you plan to take, a future test date, and leave the rest of the information blank.
• Application status: from this page, you can pay your application fee, upload your supporting documents, and update your mailing/permanent address.
• Submit your payment (online payment is preferred but mail-in payment is possible). You must make this payment by January 19, 2024 to meet the application deadline.
• Applicants to the PhD program must upload a research statement/statement of purpose in PDF format (maximum 2 pages).
• Upload a Curriculum Vitae (CV) in PDF format . Your CV must have an "Education" section that clearly indicates all past and current post-secondary enrolments (undergraduate or graduate) and any post-secondary degrees obtained or underway. Failure to report any such enrolments or degrees may result in an offer of admission being withdrawn.
• If applicable, you must upload a scanned file in PDF format of an unofficial record of all GRE® General Test Score results following the online admission application instructions. (Your GRE test score document will not be checked off as received in the SGS online admission application system until the official GRE test score document is received and recorded.) You should also be filling in the blanks of your test scores in addition to the file upload. When requesting that scores be reported, use both our institution code 0982 and our department code 1801 (to ensure that your results are correctly directed to us).
• All application documents must be received before a decision will be made on an application.

Changes To Application

If you need to contact us about making changes to your application – please write a written request via email to: [email protected] and include your full legal name as well as your reference number

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The Department of Sociology encourages domestic and international students to apply for graduate study. As an academic community that strives to be welcoming and inclusive, we especially encourage students historically underrepresented in sociology to apply. Please see our Funding page for more information about the Graduate Distinction Scholarship available to incoming Black and Indigenous Students.

We hope the following information facilitates the application process.

Applicants interested in applying to one of the Sociology graduate programs need to complete the application and pay the application fee by December 1st, 2023   (11:59 PM EST)  to upload all application materials . Late applications will not be accepted.

The Sociology Department Admissions Committee, comprised of the Associate Chair for Graduate Studies and six faculty members representing different areas in the department, reviews the complete files of all applicants and admits the ones with the most outstanding records and potential to thrive in our department, recognizing that some applicants have had fewer opportunities than others to demonstrate their potential.

The committee bases its decisions primarily on the applicant's academic record, the strength of support in the letters of recommendation, the quality of writing sample, and the statement of interest. The committee also considers the applicant’s lived experience and potential to enhance our department’s diversity as supplementary considerations. Applicants are not required to submit GRE scores, the committee will not take them into consideration for admissions. The committee pays particular attention to the statement of interest to determine whether the applicant will find adequate support and supervision from faculty members given their research interests and the department’s strengths.

Applicants educated at non-Canadian institutions should note that their educational background will be assessed for equivalency with a University of Toronto degree. Unfortunately the Department of Sociology does not have the resources to pre-screen applications. Please consult the International Degree Equivalencies Chart to determine if your international degree is considered equivalent. More information is available at the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) Admissions Information page.

Students applying to the MA and PhD programs are strongly encouraged to also apply for an OGS ( https://osap.gov.on.ca/OSAPPortal/en/A-ZListofAid/PRDR019245.html ). Students should send a copy of their OGS application to the Graduate Office ( [email protected] ; [email protected] ) so we are aware that you have applied to our OGS round. Please note that as per OGS rules, if you choose to submit an OGS to the University of Toronto, you cannot submit an OGS to another institution. The deadline to submit your OGS application January 10th.

Application Timeline

The application process opens every year in October and closes by the end of May. 

Between October 1 and November 30:

On October 1st, The School of Graduate Studies opens the admission period. Applicants should register and familiarize themselves with the online application and required documents. Over the fall, students should draft their statement of interest, seek out faculty members to serve as referees, prepare their cv's, and choose their writing sample(s) and construct their personal statement (optional). International students should look into the degree equivalency and take language testing as appropriate.

Applicants must pay the application fee once all materials are uploaded. Once the application fee has been paid, you cannot make any changes to your application and once documents have been submitted online no further changes can be made to those documents. If you have discovered an error in the document that you have uploaded, please contact the Graduate Office. At this point, your application should be listed as "Documents Pending."

Once the application fee is paid, the online system will generate an email request to your referees for their letters. Stay in contact with your referees. If they do not receive an email, advise them to  check their 'junk mail folder' and ensure that they do not have a 'pop up blocker' installed, as this email may be incorrectly identified as spam. If they still do not receive an email request, please contact [email protected] to request that another e-mail request be sent to your referee.

Even after your referees have uploaded their letters, your online application will still say "documents pending" until the department manually changes this sometime in January. The department does not confirm receipt of applications but if the online system shows that the materials are uploaded, you can be assured that they are there.

Between February and May:

By mid-February, the department will have a short list of candidates for admission and will contact these applicants for copies of their official transcripts.

We normally begin sending out offers in February and continue through March. Once you have been admitted, we will invite you to visit the department (either virtually or in person) to meet the faculty, graduate administrators and some of the graduate students who are already in the program. We are available at that point to address questions you might have about the program. All applicants will be able to check the status of their application in the online admission system by the end of February. We ask that you respond to our offer of admission in a timely manner in consideration of other shortlisted applicants.

Application Information

Application materials.

Please note that all supporting documents, including letters of recommendation and transcript of grades, are submitted online. Admission decisions are based primarily on academic qualifications and indications of program fit. We also take account of applicants’ personal background information, with an eye to how different life experiences and personal characteristics may enrich graduate study in Sociology and contribute to departmental diversity.

Once you have paid the application fee, you should upload the following supporting documents  to your application:

Academic Letters of Reference

We require two (2) letters of reference from instructors or research supervisors. Reference letters are independently written by faculty. Once payment has been made, your referees will receive an electronic invitation, directing them to an online form, where they can submit their reference letter. For this reason, it is important that you provide an up-to-date institutional email address for your referees in the online application form.

You should ask for letters of reference from people who are in a position to comment on your likelihood to succeed in graduate school. Usually, the best people to do this are faculty members who have taught you sociology or supervised your research. Occasionally, a non-academic referee can also provide a valuable reference letter when the writer can extrapolate how the outcome provides a demonstration of your writing/research ability and/or your ability to be successful in a graduate program in Sociology.

Writing Sample

Applicants should upload a paper (10-25 pages, including summary) which they feel represents their best work. The sample should be double-spaced and original (i.e., of your own authorship) in a subject relevant to the field of Sociology. A combination of two smaller papers is permitted in order to meet the minimum requirement. If you submit a sample that is longer the 25 pages, the committee is not guaranteed to read past the 25th page.

Statement of Interest  

The statement of interest should articulate research interests and outline a prospective research agenda while pursuing graduate study. This letter should be  no longer than  one single-spaced page. However, you may include an optional second page for references. Successful applications connect these themes to the University of Toronto Sociology Department, showing why this program is the right fit for your research interests and career goals. PhD applicants, in particular, should refer to scholarly literature related to their research question or topic and make reference to relevant University of Toronto faculty whom they would like to work. If your degree was in a discipline other than Sociology, it is helpful to explain in your statement of interest the relevance of your coursework and prior training to the study of Sociology.

Academic Transcripts

All applicants must upload one electronic or scanned transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. The transcripts do not need to be official transcripts; they can be scans of academic results or "issued to student" transcripts (along with legend or grading guide) from all post-secondary institutions attended. Scanned copies of transcripts must be up to date and must include the "legend" which is usually printed on the back of the paper transcript. Please ensure the file is complete and readable before submitting . We ask that applicants who attended universities outside North America provide notarized English translations to accompany all foreign documentation not written in English.

Applicants do not need to upload official transcripts, however, the department will contact students who are short-listed for admission and request official transcripts at that time.

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Applicants are required to submit a CV. Include any relevant experience on the CV, including publications or other academic contributions.

English Language Proficiency Scores (if applicable)

Applicants educated outside Canada whose primary language is not English must demonstrate their facility in English by completing one of the English tests that the School of Graduate Studies recognizes . Applicants must list their scores on their online application and arrange for their score to be reported electronically to the University of Toronto (Enrolment Services) by the testing agency. The institution code for U of T is 0982. There is no need to specify a department.The Department of Sociology adheres to the School of Graduate Study minimum requirements for proficiency and relies on the School of Graduate Studies to assess all non-standard cases.

We prefer applicants to have completed this requirement prior to application but will sometimes admit students without the scores. The School of Graduate Studies does, however, require evidence of attaining a satisfactory score by the time of registering and will not allow students to register without it. The TOEFL is just one of the many tests that we accept. For more information, including minimum required scores, please see the English Language Proficiency Testing page on the School of Graduate Studies web page.

Applicants who completed programs of study at universities in the following countries are not required to provide proof of English language proficiency: Australia, Barbados, Botswana, Ghana, Guyana, Hong Kong (except Chinese University of Hong Kong), Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Malta, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Papa New Guinea, Sierra Leone, Singapore, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States of America, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Applicants who are not from one of the above countries but who completed a program of study at a university where the language of instruction and examination was in English should make arrangements for an official statement to be sent from their institution confirming the use of English as the language of instruction and examination.

Personal Statement (optional)

Applicants have the option of providing extra information about their lived experience that would help the committee understand why they intend to pursue graduate study in Sociology. For example, students may elect to disclose demographic or other personal characteristics that have influenced their academic path or that shape their academic goals. They may also describe hardships that they have overcome and that inform their research interests. Material from the personal statement will also help identify how the applicant may contribute to the diversity of the department. This document should be no longer than one single-spaced page.

Support from the School of Graduate Studies

Although we do not offer advising to applicants at the department level, the School of Graduate Studies offers a number of services to help potential applicants.

Have your questions answered through the online FAQ page that answers applicants’ questions. If the answer to a particular question is not available, a special form is provided to an applicant for a personalized answer from School of Graduate Studies admissions staff.

Information Sessions

The School of Graduate Studies hosts Information Sessions on “ Applying to Graduate School at University of Toronto ” each fall.  Please have a look at our 'Departmental Events' page on the website for dates/times. These events are a great opportunity for prospective students to learn about the application process, financial aid opportunities, and timetable for applying to graduate school.

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Statement on Diversity

The Graduate Department of English believes that the diversification of ideas depends on the experiential and perspectival diversity of our intellectual community. While we continue to make every effort to diversify our outstanding faculty, we also welcome applications to our programs from traditionally under-represented groups, including persons of colour, Indigenous people of North America, members of the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further enrichment of the intellectual and cultural life of the Department of English.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about graduate applications 

Technical assistance with GradAPP (the SGS online application system) : [email protected]  or 416-978-6614  

General questions: [email protected]

The Department of English accepts applications for September admission only. There is no January admission. 

Application cycle for September 2024 admission opens on 1 October 2023 (12:01 am Eastern Daylight Time) 

Application Deadline is 20 December 2023 (11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time) 

• Applicants must have started their GradAPP  and paid the non-refundable and non-transferable application fee. 
• The Department of English and the School of Graduate Studies cannot waive the application fee.

Application Documents Deadline is 9 January 2024 (11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time) 

• Applicants must have completed their GradAPP and uploaded all supporting documents: statement of purpose, writing sample or portfolio (MA CRW), English Language Proficiency Test scores (if applicable), letters of recommendation/reference, transcripts, and curriculum vitae (PhD and PhD U only). 
• See the Checklist for a Complete GradAPP Package below. 

Late applications will not be accepted regardless of the reasons for their lateness, and incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the Admissions Committee.  

Admissions Decisions

• We expect to notify PhD applicants about admission decisions in late February/early March. 
• We expect to notify MA applicants in late March/early April. 
• All final decisions will be communicated by May 31.  

After carefully reviewing this page, if you have any questions please contact the Graduate Assistant at [email protected] .

Applicants to the Graduate Department of English may apply to the MA in English Program , the MA in English in the Field of Creative Writing Program , the PhD Program , or the PhD U Program . The Department of English also offers a Combined JD/MA Program  along with a range of collaborative specializations .

Students who will have finished their BA and not yet enrolled in any MA program should, under normal circumstances, apply to the MA program . However, a limited number of BA students with exceptionally strong undergraduate records may be considered for the PhD U direct-entry program (see below). Students applying to the MA program who also wish to be considered for the PhD U program should so indicate in their statement of purpose and submit a separate GradAPP application to the PhD U program . (Students interested only in the PhD U and not the MA should apply to the PhD U program only.)

Minimum qualifications for entry into the MA program include:

• A minimum of 7 full-year undergraduate courses in English or the equivalent in half-year courses (i.e., 14), or any combination of full-and half-year courses that add up to the equivalent of 7 full-year courses
• An appropriate bachelor's degree (i.e., a four-year undergraduate degree), or its equivalent (preferably in English), with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of B+ and evidence of first-class work in English. The department favours a broad training in the major genres and all periods of English literary history
• Recommendations from two academic referees/recommenders (see below for further information)
• A statement of purpose (see below for further information)
• A writing sample consisting of 12 to 15 pages (see below for further information)
• A curriculum vitae (CV) (optional for MA and MA CRW applicants)

Admission to the MA program is based upon the applicant's undergraduate record, recommendations/references, writing sample, and statement.

Applicants to the MA in English who would also like to be considered for entry into the MA in English in the Field of Creative Writing must complete their GradAPP and submit the required supporting documentation for each program.

MA in English in the Field of Creative Writing Program (MA CRW)

Applicants to the MA CRW program must meet the same minimum qualifications as applicants to the MA in English (see above); applicants to the MA CRW program submit a portfolio , not an academic essay, as their writing sample.

The portfolio should consist of 20 to 25 pages of prose (drama, fiction, or creative non-fiction) and/or poetry. Prose must be double-spaced, while poetry and drama may be single-spaced or double-spaced. Manuscripts cannot exceed the maximum of 25 pages.

It is not necessary to have completed an English major so long as the applicant has met the minimum requirements by taking seven full-year undergraduate English courses or the equivalent.

Admission to the MA CRW program is based upon the applicant's undergraduate record, recommendations/references, portfolio, and statement.

Applicants to the MA in English in the Field of Creative Writing who would also like to be considered for entry into the MA in English must complete separate GradAPP applications and submit the required supporting documentation for each program.

Combined JD/MA Program

Minimum qualifications for entry into the PhD program include:

• An MA in English from a recognized university, with an average grade equivalent to at least a University of Toronto A– in the applicant's overall program
• That applicants satisfy the department that they are capable of independent research in English at an advanced level
• Recommendations from two academic referees/recommenders
• A writing sample of not more than 5,000 words (approximately 15 to 20 pages)
• A statement of purpose
• A curriculum vitae (CV)

Admission to the PhD program is based upon the applicant's undergraduate and graduate records, recommendations/references, writing sample, and statement.

Fields of Study / Concentrations

• Medieval Literature
• Renaissance Literature
• Restoration and Eighteenth-Century Literature
• Romantic and Victorian Literature
• Canadian Literature
• American Literature
• Twentieth and Twenty-First Century British and Irish Literature
• World Literatures in English
• Aspects of Theory

PhD U (Direct-Entry) Program

Admission into the PhD U (direct-entry) program is granted only occasionally. PhD U admission will be considered in the case of applicants who either :

• have not completed an MA in English but have an exceptionally strong record of success in their BA degree from a recognized university that includes at least 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) in English, with an average grade equivalent to at least a University of Toronto A– in the applicant's overall program
• or have an MA degree related to but not in the field of English, such as Comparative Literature, Genre Studies, Cultural Studies, etc.

If you have any questions about your eligibility, please contact the Associate Director, PhD , before applying.

Minimum qualifications for entry into the PhD U program include:

• An appropriate BA degree from a recognized university that includes at least 8 full-year undergraduate courses in English or the equivalent in half-year courses (i.e., 16), or any combination of full-and half-year courses that add up to the equivalent of 8 full-year courses, with an average grade equivalent to at least a University of Toronto A– in the applicant's overall program

Admission to the PhD U program is based upon the applicant's undergraduate record (and graduate record if applicable), recommendations/references, writing sample, and statement.

• complete a core academic activity (such as a core course)
• participate in activities and seminars offered by the Collaborative Specialization
• incorporate the disciplinary focus of the Collaborative Specialization into any final research requirements of the home degree programs.
• Book History and Print Culture (MA and PhD)
• Diaspora and Transnational Studies (MA and PhD)
• Environmental Studies (MA and PhD)
• Jewish Studies (MA and PhD)
• Sexual Diversity Studies (MA and PhD)
• South Asian Studies (MA and PhD)
• Women and Gender Studies (MA and PhD)
• Women's Health (MA and PhD) 

The Admissions Process

Admission to all graduate programs in English is based on the candidate's complete academic record (transcripts), two academic letters of recommendation/reference, a writing sample (an academic essay for the MA in English, PhD, and PhD U; a portfolio for the MA CRW), a CV (mandatory for the PhD and PhD U), and a statement of purpose.

Admission is competitive: the minimum qualifications do not ensure acceptance.

Please see above for the minimum qualifications required for entry into each of the department’s four graduate degree programs.

The Department of English does not require GRE scores .

The Department of English strongly recommends that applicants apply for all external funding for which they may be eligible . Please see below.

Do not submit any materials in addition to those listed below in the Checklist for a Complete Graduate Application Package.

GradAPP applications are considered complete and will be reviewed only after the non-refundable and non-transferable application fee has been paid and all documentation is received by the Department of English.

Helpful Links:

• For specific and detailed requirements for Graduate English Programs, please review this page . For the SGS GradAPP details and minimum requirements for graduate studies at the University of Toronto, please visit the SGS website here  SGS Admissions & SGS Application Requirements  .
• For specific instructions to our Graduate English Programs, please review this page. For SGS GradAPP general instructions review the SGS  How to apply  page. 
• The School of Graduate Studies' publication for all applicants to graduate programs,  CONNECT TO YOUR FUTURE: Graduate Student Viewbook 2023-24 .   

Applying for External Funding

The Department of English strongly recommends that all applicants apply for all external funding for which they may be eligible , typically as follows:

• For applicants to the MA and MA CRW programs : SSHRC CGS M and OGS . The SSHRC CGS M has a December 1 deadline, and OGS has an early January deadline.
• For applicants to the PhD and PhD U programs : Doctoral (CGS D) SSHRC and OGS . The Doctoral (CGS D) SSHRC application deadline is very early -- late September for "quota" students (who apply to SSHRC through us), mid-October for outside applicants submitting directly to SSHRC (if you are unsure which category you fall under, please contact [email protected] ).

Canadian citizens, Protected Persons under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada), and Permanent Residents should apply for the OGS award and, if appropriate, the SSHRC fellowship.

International students may only apply for the OGS award.

Domestic or international applicants who know in advance (by the end of August) that the Department of English at U of T is their first choice should consider applying for the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship .The Department of English  internal deadline is September 1, 2023 (4:00 pm).

Please note that the deadlines for these external awards may be much earlier than the deadline for our application for admission.

Starting Your GradAPP

• Register/log in to the GradAPP.  (NB: we cannot waive the application fee.)
• If you are a first-time applicant, click the link to Create an Account to begin your GradAPP. You will receive a verification code via email as part of the account-creation process. After entering your verification code, you will create a password for your account.
• You may save and return to the GradAPP at any point in the process.
• You will be required to enter information for two academic referees/recommenders (Note: Only institutional email addresses are acceptable). Your referees/recommenders will automatically receive a notification email that they have been requested to complete a recommendation for your GradAPP application, along with instructions to submit their recommendation letter in your GradAPP. (Please advise your referees/recommenders to check their spam or junk folders for their notification emails as these are often redirected by most institutional email servers.) All recommendation/reference letters must be received by the application document deadline. If you need to change your referees or if you do not have institutional email addresses for one or both of your referees, please email [email protected]
• We do not accept letters of recommendation or transcripts through third-party dossier and folio services, such as "Interfolio"-type transcripts ordering services or "Clearing House"-type transcripts ordering services (e.g., National Clearing House). If you need to send a reminder email to your existing referees/recommenders, you can do so through your applicant portal after submitting your GradAPP. If you have any problems or questions about using clearing houses to order official transcripts , please contact [email protected] .
• Pay the non-refundable and non-transferable application fee of $125 CAD by the online application deadline.
• To view the status of your application, including outstanding requirements, please log in to your account to view your applicant-status portal.
• You can upload application materials, including unofficial transcripts, statements of intent, writing samples, and more, through your applicant-status portal after submitting your application and paying your application fee.
• Arrange to submit official transcripts from each post-secondary institution that you have attended.
• GradAPP applications must be submitted including all documents and recommendation letters by the application deadlines listed above. Applications that are unpaid and incomplete by the above deadlines will not be reviewed by the Admissions Committees. Please note: if you are applying for more than one program, you must submit a complete application to each program for which you would like to be considered for admission.  An application fee must be paid, documents and recommendations must be submitted for each program, to which you are applying or reapplying.  Documents will not be transferred from one application to another, from one year to another, or within the same application cycle. 

Checklist for a Complete GradAPP Package

Statement of purpose (academic research statement).

You should submit a statement of purpose (maximum 500 words) outlining the particular strengths and interests you would bring to us.

Discuss the areas of literary history and the literary forms that your work has engaged and is likely to engage in future, as well as the theoretical approaches that inform that work. (If you are a PhD applicant you should, in addition, outline in detail the kind of dissertation you hope to write.)

You should also consult our website and mention faculty members whose work is particularly relevant to your proposed studies and research.

The statement should be limited to 500 words .

Writing Sample or Portfolio

PhD and PhD U (direct-entry) applicants should upload a single writing sample (with their GradAPP) of not more than 5,000 words (15-20pp), inclusive of footnotes and endnotes. The bibliography is not part of the required word count.

MA in English applicants should upload a single writing sample (with their GradAPP) of a maximum of 12-15 double-spaced pages (inclusive of footnotes and bibliography). The writing sample should be an accomplished piece of the applicant’s own academic writing, such as an advanced undergraduate seminar paper. Preference is for essays focused on literary studies and criticism. Applicants from other academic backgrounds should submit a sample that demonstrates their skills in close reading and analysis.

MA in English in the Field of Creative Writing applicants do not submit an academic essay but should instead upload a single portfolio consisting of 20-25 pages of prose (drama, fiction, or creative non-fiction), and/or poetry. Manuscripts may not exceed the maximum of 25 double-spaced pages of prose or 25 pages of poetry (double-spacing not necessary), or a combination of prose (double-spaced) and poetry, not to exceed 25 pages.

Two Academic Letters of Recommendation

Two academic letters of recommendation are required . In the system, please enter information for your TWO (and only two) academic referees/recommenders. These are academic referees/recommenders, who must attest to your research and academic abilities, and therefore acquaintances, community associates, employers, and non-academic referees/recommenders are not accepted. Your recommenders will automatically receive a notification email that they have been requested to complete a recommendation/reference for your GradAPP application, along with instructions to submit their recommendation letter in the GradAPP system.

Please advise your referees/recommenders to check their SPAM or JUNK folders for their notification emails as these are often redirected by institutional email servers.

All letters of recommendation must be received by the application document deadline.

Only institutional email addresses are acceptable for referees/recommenders.

If you need to change your referees/recommenders or if you do not have institutional email addresses for one or both of your referees/recommenders, please email [email protected] .

Letters of recommendation must be submitted through GradAPP.

Hard copies of recommendations/references sent via email will not be accepted.

For MA CRW applicants : Two academic letters of recommendation submitted online by referees/recommenders, each addressing your performance in university English and/or Creative Writing coursework. At least one letter must discuss your performance in English coursework . Do not use editors, publishers, employers, or fellow writers as referees/recommenders.

Academic Transcripts

The Department requires applicants to submit transcripts (including the legend on the reverse side and any notarized translations) from all post-secondary institutions attended even if no degree was granted (including BA, MA, PhD, certificate programs, transfer credits, non-degree or special student studies). A PDF copy of each transcript (both sides) must be scanned and uploaded to GradAPP.

Do not mail official transcripts unless they are requested by our Graduate Administrator. You will not be required to submit official paper copies of your transcripts until after the admissions committee makes its decision. If admitted, you will be required to submit an official transcript; verification of your paper transcript will be a condition that must be met prior to registration. Scanned transcripts will be verified against official copies, which are requested when an initial offer of admission is made. If discrepancies are found, offers will be withdrawn and future applications to the University refused. 

At the beginning of the GradAPP process, applicants upload a digital copy (PDF) of each transcript to their  GradAPP . These copies can take one of three forms:

• A scan of an official paper transcript (front and back)
• A PDF transcript issued to the applicant by the institution
• For transcripts from Canadian institutions only, a saved PDF of the student’s record from the institution’s student web service, combined with a downloaded pdf of the institution's grading scheme, transcript guide, or transcript legend

The application review process will begin based on this digital transcript. Please ensure that the file is complete and readable before submitting.

The following option applies to transcripts from Canadian universities only : In lieu of a scanned copy of a paper transcript, applicants may upload a PDF file of their academic history from their university’s student web service. This file must include a grading scheme, transcript guide, or transcript legend.

Printing to PDF directly from your web browser is ideal; if this is not possible, you may copy and paste the information into a word processing program and print to / save as PDF from there.

The file should include the university’s grading legend and your name. If your PDF transcript does not include a grading legend, you will need to download it and add it to the pdf file.

Technical Requirements for Scanning:  Please scan your transcripts in grayscale (preferably) or low colour saturation, at the lowest dots per inch (dpi) setting that results in a legible document. We recommend 200–300 dpi whenever possible.

• The file must be in PDF format. Image files, such as those in .jpg or .bmp formats, must be converted to PDF before uploading.
• If your transcript is double-sided, please be sure to scan the front and back of each page.
• The transcript legend/grade scale/guide (usually but not always printed on the back of a paper transcript) must appear at least once for every scanned transcript submitted.
• Do not upload a document that is password-protected or that contains macros.
• If in doubt about formatting, please contact [email protected] for assistance before you upload to your GradAPP application.

Official Transcripts

Applicants that accept an admission offer will be required to provide official transcript(s). Official transcripts must be in hard-copy format, unless the issuing institution only provides official digital transcripts ( in that case, please contact [email protected] for further instructions . )

Please note: We do not transfer transcripts from one program to the next (ie MA to Phd). New transcripts must be submitted when applying for any program.  

Hard Copy (Paper) Transcripts

• Instruct each institution to mail an official transcript directly to Graduate Admissions, Department of English. Documents must be sealed in the original envelope from the issuing institution.
• Obtain an official, “issued to student” transcript from your institution and mail it yourself to Graduate Admissions, Department of English . Documents must be sealed in the original envelope from the issuing institution.

In either case, photocopies, faxes, or documents arriving in previously opened envelopes will not be considered official.

Electronic Transcripts

• If the issuing institution sends transcripts to an email address specified by the student, request that the transcript to be sent to [email protected] .
• If the issuing institution uses a third-party transcript service (e.g. Parchment), make sure that their use of this service is confirmed on the institution’s website, and email the URL offering this confirmation to [email protected] .
• If the issuing institution or their service provider (e.g. MyCreds) will issue only to a single recipient at the University of Toronto, confirm the contact details for that recipient and send those details to [email protected] .

It is your responsibility to submit requests for transcripts far enough in advance so that all transcripts will be received prior to the deadline.

Please note that documents submitted in support of an application for admission (including official transcripts) are retained and will not be returned. These documents remain the property of the University of Toronto.  

Curriculum Vitae (mandatory for PhD and PhD U; optional for MA and MA CRW)

PhD and PhD U applicants are required to upload a CV (of no more than 3 pages) with their GradAPP.

MA and MA CRW applicants may upload a CV (of no more than 3 pages) with their GradAPP, but a CV is not required.

MA and MA CRW applicants, please note : if you select the option to include a CV at the beginning of the application process, the optional CV will become mandatory for you. Only select the option for the CV if you intend to include a CV as part of your application.

Please do not send a hard copy of your CV to the Department of English.

Collaborative Specialization (optional)

Collaborative Specializations provide an additional multidisciplinary experience as students complete their English degree program. Such programs normally require students to:

Upon successful completion of all Collaborative Specialization requirements, students receive a certificate of completion and a notation on their transcripts.

If you wish to be considered for admission to a Collaborative Specialization program, please follow the instructions on the GradAPP.

Students applying for admission into a Collaborative Specialization program must apply to (and be accepted into) both the Department of English and the respective collaborative program.

Interested students should contact the specific Collaborative Specialization Program to determine the admissions deadlines and to see if they require any additional documentation.

Proposed Field(s) of Study / Concentration(s)

In the GradAPP's Program Selection section, PhD and PhD U applicants must identify one or more particular fields of study.

MA in English applicants may select a field or fields of study, or they may leave this section blank.

Applicants to the MA in the Field of Creative Writing should select Creative Writing.

Fields of Study

• Creative Writing

English Language Proficiency Testing

English Language Proficiency (ELP) is a requirement of the School of Graduate Studies. Please review the information posted on both our Graduate Application FAQ  page and the English Language Proficiency Testing  page on the SGS website. On the SGS webpage, please note the accepted ELP tests, the minimum requirements of each ELP test, how results are submitted to the University of Toronto, and the conditions that determine if an applicant may apply for an  EXEMPTION from testing. Note that English Language Proficiency tests must have been taken within the last 24 months at the time of submission of their application.

Mailing Instructions

We recommend that you allow at least 15 days for mailing any supporting documents. Please send supporting materials (official transcripts/ELP attestation letters) and English-language test scores (unless specified only to be sent electronically) to:

Tanuja Persaud ( [email protected] ) Graduate Admissions Department of English Rm 605, 170 St. George Street University of Toronto Toronto, ON M5R 2M8

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PhD Dissertations by Date

On this page, PhD dissertations completed at the Faculty between 1974–present are listed, in order of the year of dissertation completion. Alternatively, please view PhD Dissertations by Author Last Name .

Links to electronic and print copies of theses are provided where available. Up until 2009, the Inforum / Learning Hub collected print archival copies of completed theses.

Theses Directory (by Year of Completion)

To use the directory below, please select the year of dissertation completion:

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Walker, Hilary. (2024).  Expressive interiors and Queer histories: Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House, historic New England, and how to read the room (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Batist, Zachary. (2023). Archaeological data work as continuous and collaborative practice (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Cybulski, Alexander. (2023).   Sim-Cyberpunk: Serious play, hackers and capture the flag competitions (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Guzman, Carina. (2023). Stor(y)ing Mi Desmadre: Trans-Feminist and queer community archival and digital custodial praxes in Latin America (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Hook, Sheril. (2023). The political economy of information literacy:  A corpus-assisted critical discourse analysis of UNESCO’s media and information literacy: Policy & strategy guidelines (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Kwan, Amy. (2023). The role of information seeking and use in management accounting: Exploring the process of creating a budget for complex projects (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Lim, Elisha. (2023). Pious: Why Meta’s business model drives intolerance (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Muchemwa, Chido. (2023). Nation, narrative and archive: In search of queer histories in Zimbabwe (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Sin, Jaisie. (2023). Socially conscious design: Methods towards designing inclusive voice user interfaces for older adults (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Sutherland, Brian. (2023). Energy harvesting information systems and design in the energy transition (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Trusolino, Madison. (2023). Punching up: Women and LGBTQ+ comedians’ experience of work and resistance in the comedy industry   (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Adamson, Patricia. (2022). Power of Attorney in Ontario:  A Study of the information behaviours of attorneys in the contexts of the Substitute Decisions Act, 1992, Capacity, and an Aging Population (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Chah, Neil. (2022). Data profiling, machine learning, and data visualizations for a multilingual crowdsourced knowledge graph: The case of Wikidata (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Kempton, Allen. (2022). Crossroads in digital gaming: Metaplay, communication, interaction (PhD dissertation). University to Toronto.

MacKinnon, Katie. (2022). Databound: Histories of growing up on the World Wide Web (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

McCord, Curtis. (2022). Civic participation and democratic experience: Civic Tech in Toronto (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Posada, Julian. (2022). The Coloniality of data work: Power and inequality in outsourced data production for machine learning (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Sharp, Camille-Mary. (2022). Decolonize and divest: The Changing landscape of oil-sponsored museums in Canada (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Walker, Dawn. (2022). Values and social transformation in the design of the decentralized Web (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Ghaddar, Jamila. (2021). Provenance in place: Archives, settler colonialism & the making of a global order (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Oh, Christie. (2021). The information behaviour of humanitarian logisticians during international disaster response operations (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Raymond, Sandrena. (2021). Intermaterial collaboration: The spatiotemporal nexus of nonhuman agency in cultural heritage knowledge production (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Babar, Zia. (2020). A modeling framework for analyzing process architecture transformations in the software-enabled enterprise (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Griffin, Brian L. (2020). Information practices in amateur classical musicianship (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Jamieson, Jack. (2020). Independent together: Building and maintaining values in a distributed Web infrastructure (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Lapp, Jessica Margaret. (2020). The provenance of protest: Conceptualizing records creation in archives of feminist materials (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

McEwen, Karen Dewart. (2020). Actuarial bodies: Data, value, and fairness in insurance and workplace wellness programs (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Noone, Rebecca. (2020). From here to…: Everyday wayfinding in the Age of Digital Maps (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Pant, Vikram Aditya. (2020). Strategic Coopetition – A Conceptual Modeling Framework for Analysis and Design .  (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Pugen, Adam. (2020). The intellective touch: A phenomenology of digital modernism (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Singh, Rianka. (2020). Platform feminism: Feminist protest space and the politics of spatial organization (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Lavie, Amir. (2019). The past is not a foreign country: Archival mentalities and the development of the Canadian-Jewish community’s archival landscape during the nineteen seventies (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Lubelski, Sarah. (2019). A gentlewoman’s profession: The emergence of feminized publishing at Richard Bentley and Son, 1858-1898 (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Moles, Nathan. (2019). Inside open government data curation: Exploring challenges to the concept of a ‘designated community’ through a case study of the City of Toronto (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Resch, Gabriel. (2019). Denaturalizing information visualization (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Southwick, Daniel. (2019). Expertise in the age of digital fabrication (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Costantino, Terry. (2018). Issues of participation: Exploring ideals of participation through a digital design project with a public library (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Danilovic, Sandra. (2018). Game design therapoetics: Computer game authorship as self-care, self-understanding and therapy (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Ivanov, Asen O. (2018). The digital curation of broadcasting archives at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation: Curation culture and evaluative practice (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Ali, Natasha. (2017). Information behaviour of sell-side and other analysts in financial institutions in Toronto, Canada (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Bari, Antonio Gamba. (2017). Encounters with sociotechnical encapsulation: Exploring diagnostic and pedagogical interventions for the study of literacy practices in DIY and maker initiatives (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Farrelly, Glen. (2017). Claiming places: An exploration of people’s use of locative media and the relationship to sense of place (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Guzik, Elysia. (2017). Informing identities: Conversion experiences of Muslims in the Toronto area (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Hourihan, Eva. (2017). Let’s talk about the NOC: An ethnography of classification (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Jacobson, Jenna. (2017). “I work in social”: Community managers and personal branding in social media (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Jones, Michael. (2017). Information behavior and knowledge management in project-based learning (PBL*) engineering teams: A cultural-historical activity theory approach (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Perrin, Stephanie. (2017). The struggle for WHOIS privacy: Understanding the standoff between ICANN and the world’s data protection (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Rodenburg, Dirk. (2017). Towards an integrated model of athletic cognition: The representational shift hypothesis (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Saint-Louis, Hervé. (2017). User perceptions of security risks in multiple authentications (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Wells, Matthew. (2017). Cold war games: Operational gaming and interactive programming in historical and contemporary contexts (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Young, Christopher. (2017). Game changers: Everyday gamemakers and the development of the video game industry (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

coons, ginger. (2016). Something for everyone: Using digital methods to make physical goods (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Dupont, Quinn. (2016). An archeology of cryptography: Rewriting plaintext, encryption, ciphertext (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Scarlett, Ashley. (2016). On the matter of the digital in contemporary media art (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Smith, Harrison. (2016). The Mobile distinction: Economies of intimacy in the field of location based marketing (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Stevenson, John Harris. (2016). Hacking the master switch? The role of infrastructure in Google’s network neutrality strategy in the 2000s (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Allard, Danielle. (2015). Living ‘Here’ and ‘There’: Exploring the transnational information practices of newcomers from the Phillippines to Winnipeg (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Sheffield, Rebecka Taves. (2015). The emergence, development and survival of four lesbian and gay archives (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Dechief, Diane. (2014). Designing names: Requisite identity labour for migrants’ be(long)ing in Ontario (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Hayat, Itzchak (Zack). (2014). Sent of the usetructure, Change over Time, and Outcomes of Research Collaboration Networks: The Case of GRAND (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Magowan, Candice. (2014). Pound seizure: Legislation and policy debate in American newspapers, 1994-2005 (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Quirke, Lisa. (2014). A Study of the information practices of Afghan newcomer youth in the contexts of leisure and settlement (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Coppin, Peter. (2013). Perceptual cognitive properties of pictures, diagrams, and sentences: Toward a science of visual information design (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Lessard, Lysanne. (2013). Co-creating value in knowledge-intensive business services: An empirically-grounded design framework and a modeling technique (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

McPhail, Brenda Jean. (2013). “Let me tell you who I am”: A qualitative study of identity and accountability in two electronically-measured call centres (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Smith, Karen Louise. (2013). Through the social Web: Citizen-led participation in Ontario policy-making (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Sugimoto, Sayaka. (2013). Support exchange on the Internet: A content analysis of an online support group for people living with depression (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Evans, Michael Max. (2012). Knowledge sharing behavior: An empirical study of the role of trust and other social-cognitive factors in an organizational setting (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Totanes, Vernon del Rosario. (2012). History of the Filipino history book (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Gross, Daniel. (2011). Software architecture decision-making in organizational settings (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Marton, Christine Francis. (2011). Understanding how women seek health information on the web (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Szigeti, Stephen James. (2011). The challenge of web design guidelines: Investigating issues of awareness, interpretation, and efficacy (PhD Dissertation). University of Toronto.

Chandrashekar, Sambhavi. (2010). Is hearing believing? Perception of online information credibility by screen reader users who are blind or visually impaired (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Dali, Keren. (2010). The psychosocial portrait of immigration through the medium of reading: Leisure reading and its role in the lives of Russian-speaking immigrants in Toronto (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Furness, Colin. (2010). Group information behavioural norms and the effective use of a collaborative information system: A case study (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Golick, Greta. (2010). Frank Nunan and the Guelph bookbindery: A documentary investigation (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Graham, Rumi Y. (2010). A multiple case study exploration of undergraduate subject searching (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

McLaren, Scott. (2010). Books for the instruction of the nations: Shared Methodist print culture in Upper Canada and the mid-Atlantic states, 1789-1851 (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Cavanagh, Mary Frances. (2009). Making the invisible visible: Public library reference service as epistemic practice (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Ferenbok, Joseph. (2009). The identity myth: Constructing the face in technologies of citizenship (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Fiser, Adam. (2009). The K-Net broadband governance model: How social enterprise integrated public, for-profit, and not-for-profit institutions to enable broadband community networking in Canadian aboriginal high cost serving areas (circa 1997 to 2007) (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

McEwen, Rhonda N. (2009). A world more intimate: Exploring the role of mobile phones in maintaining and extending social networks (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Dryden, Jean Elizabeth. (2008). Copyright in the real world: Making archival material available on the Internet (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Freund, Luanne Silvia. (2008). Exploiting task-document relations in support of information retrieval in the workplace (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Paquette, Scott. (2008). Knowledge management systems and customer knowledge use in organizations (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Van den Berg, Herman Anthony. (2008). Knowledge-based vertical integration: The nature of knowledge and economic firm boundary location (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Miller, Margaret Theodora. (2007). Work and agency in an autonomous women’s knowledge centre (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Morris, Jane. (2007). Readers’ perceptions of lexical cohesion and lexical semantic relations in text (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Gottlieb, Lisa. (2006). Applying Panofsky’s theories of iconographical analysis to graffiti art: Implications for access to images of non-representational/abstract art (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

McGrath, Leslie Anne. (2005). Service to children in the Toronto Public Library: A case study, 1912-1949 (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Qayyum, Muhammad Asim. (2005). Analysing and making sense of the markings placed on electronic documents during private and shared readings (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Bartlett, Joan Catherine. (2004). Connecting bioinformatics analysis to scientific practice: An integrated information behaviour and task analysis approach (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Quan-Haase, Anabel. (2004). Information brokers and technology use: A case study of a high-tech company (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Sensuse, Dana Indra. (2004). A comparison of manual indexing and automatic indexing in the humanities (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Zuccala, Alesia Ann. (2004). Revisiting the invisible college: A case study of the intellectual structure and social process of singularity theory research in mathematics (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Johnson, Catherine A. (2003). Information networks: Investigating the information behaviour of Mongolia’s urban residents (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

MacIntosh-Murray, Anu. (2003). Information behaviour of health care providers for improving patient safety (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto.

Chan, Donna Camille. (2002). Maintaining professional competence: Impact of organizational and individual factors on the updating activities of public reference librarians (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Dowding, Martin Ridley. (2002). National information infrastructure development in Canada and the U.S.: (Re)defining Universal Service and Universal Access in the Age of Techno-economic Convergence (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Stabile, Juliana M. (2002). Toronto newspapers, 1798-1845: A case study in print culture (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Turnbull, Don. (2002). Knowledge discovery in databases of Web use: Data mining for informetric and behavioral models of information seeking on the World Wide Web (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Stalder, Felix. (2001). Making money: Notes on technology as environment (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Taylor, Shauna. (2001). The impact of downsizing strategies and processes on Ontario academic research libraries (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Arsenault, Clement. (2000). Word division in the transcription of Chinese script in the titles fields of bibliographic records (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Detlor, Brian. (2000). Facilitating organizational knowledge work through Web information systems: An investigation of the information ecology and information behaviours of users in a telecommunications company (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on, ProQuest .

Kopak, William Richard. (2000). A taxonomy of link types for use in hypertext (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Buchwald, Cheryl Cowan. (1999). Canada’s Coalition for Public Information: A case study of a public interest group in the information highway policy-making process (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Dalbello, Marija. (1999). Croatian diaspora almanacs: A historical and cultural analysis (PhD dissertation), University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Hudon, Michele. (1998). An assessment of the usefulness of standardized definitions in a thesaurus through interindexer terminological consistency measurements (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Zhang, Xiangmin. (1998). A study of the effects of user characteristics on mental models of information retrieval systems (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Nilsen, Kirsti. (1997). Social science research in Canada and federal government information policy: The case of Statistics Canada (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Robinson, Cherrell Victoria. (1997). The voluntary reading interests and habits of Jamaican sixth graders (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Haythornthwaite, Caroline Alison. (1996). Media use in support of communication networks in an academic research environment (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Shubert, Steven Blake. (1996). Subject access to museum objects: Applying the principles of the subject approach to Information from Library and Information Science to the Documentation of Humanities Museum Collections (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Spiteri, Louise Felicie. (1996). Design of an instrument to measure the structural quality of faceted thesauri (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. 1996. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Syed, Christopher. (1996). From CLANN to UNILINC: An automated library consortium from a soft systems perspective (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Bissell, Mary Eleanor. (1995). Women workers in the Toronto printing trades, 1880-1900 (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Bouthillier, France. (1995). The meaning of service: An ethnographic study of a public library in Quebec (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Yuan, Weijing. (1995). Longitudinal study of end-user searching behaviour of law students in information retrieval (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Turner, James. (1994). Determining the subject content of still and moving image documents for storage and retrieval: An experimental investigation (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Choo, Chun Wei. (1993). Environmental scanning: Acquisition and use of information by chief executive officers in the Canadian telecommunications industry (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Hebert, Francoise. (1993). The quality of interlibrary borrowing services in large urban public libraries in Canada (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Kyriaki-Manessi, Daphne. (1993). A subject analysis of Greek language books printed between 1474 and 1669 (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Wilson, Blake Fleming Michael. (1993). An empirical investigation of the semantic warrants exercised in thesaurus construction (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Olander, Anna Birgitta. (1992). Personal information management in computer science research (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Beghtol, Clare Lawton. (1991). The classification of fiction: The development of a system based on theoretical principles (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Cubero Venegas, Flor de Ma. (1991). A qualitative approach to the study of information needs of policy makers in Costa Rica (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Dick, Judith Patricia. (1991). A conceptual, case-relation representation of text for intelligent retrieval (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Howarth, Lynne. (1990). The impact of automation on operations and staffing configurations in cataloguing departments in public libraries: A study of four public library systems in the municipality of Metropolitan Toronto, Ontario, 1970-1986 (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Hopkins, Richard. (1988). The information seeking behaviour of literary scholars in Canadian universities (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Mittermeyer, Diane. (1984). The concept of bureaucracy in public library administration: A study of selected organizational variables in two different library settings (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Mudge, Charlotte. (1984). Bargaining unit composition and negotiation outcomes: A study of academic and public library personnel in Ontario (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Savard, Rejean. (1984). A study of the orientation towards the generic and field-specific models of professionalism among public library personnel in Quebec (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Foster, H. Marie. (1982). Philosophies, practices and policies of book selection in medium-sized libraries in two Canadian provinces, Alberta and Ontario (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Nauratil, Marcia Jeanne. (1982). An investigation into the congruence/incongruence between espoused theory and theory-in-use relating to public library service to older adults in Ontario and New York (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Amey, Lorne J. (1981). Information seeking activities of adolescents of different socio-economic classes in a Canadian urban centre (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Crouch, Richard Keith. (1981). Interpersonal communication in the reference interview (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Hambleton, Alixe. (1980). The elementary school librarian in Ontario: A study of role, role perception, role conflict and effectiveness (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

Phillips, Delores. (1980). Factors in the accessibility of government publications: A study based on land use planning publications for the City of Toronto (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

England, Claire. (1974). The climate of censorship in Ontario: An investigation into attitudes toward intellectual freedom and the perceptual factors affecting the practice of censorship in public libraries serving medium-sized populations (PhD dissertation). University of Toronto. Alternatively, find it on ProQuest .

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General Questions

Under the admission requirements for the PhD (direct entry), it recommends that applicants either have completed a thesis-based Master’s degree or have equivalent research experience. What would constitute equivalent research experience for someone who currently holds a course-based Master’s degree? 

Direct entry into the PhD program without a thesis-based Master’s degree is rare and is assessed on a case-by-case basis.  “Equivalent research experience” would be considered only at the level where the applicant can demonstrate that they have been the lead/primary investigator on several research projects and/or have produced several first/last author publications from their research and/or have recently been or are employed in an independent, research focused position.

If I am a suitable candidate for both the MSc-PhD transfer program and the PhD (direct entry) Program, can I apply for both programs or would it be best to only apply to one study option.

If you do not have a thesis-based Master’s, or a Master’s degree from an unrelated field (engineering or biology for example), it is recommended that you apply to the MSc-PhD transfer and have a more detailed conversation with the Admissions Team once your application has been reviewed.

Are we required to identify a thesis/dissertation topic prior to submitting an application?

You do not have to identify the exact thesis/dissertation topic prior to admission.  We ask for your broad research interests/research populations of interest (for example, access to mental health services or diabetes care in indigenous populations) in order to help connect you with relevant potential Supervisors during the admissions review process.  The decision on the exact topic of your thesis will be made with your supervisor and committee once you are in the program.

How does the MSc-PhD transfer program work for flex-time students?

Students wishing to pursue the PhD transfer will continue in the same study option (full or part-time/flex-time) after successful transfer into the PhD degree.

It is important to note that you must apply to be in the transfer program on admission.  The HSR program does not allow mid-program transfers.

I am not eligible for the $26,000 funding package as a flex-time student, therefore will I be expected to pay the total tuition for the first four years?

Students are expected to pay tuition and the amount will depend on registration status (full-time vs part-time student).

Flex-time students are not eligible for the funding package. They are expected to be self-funded and pay full-time fees for the first four years and reduced fees (equivalent to part-time) thereafter.

An important distinction to note is that “Flex-time” refers to the way the program is delivered, not your registration with the University of Toronto.  Flex-time IHPME students are registered as full-time students at the University of Toronto, however they are known to IHPME as flex-time in terms of how long they have to complete the program and the expectations for number of courses they take each semester, etc.

Are there exceptions to the application deadline?

No, deadline extensions are not allowed.  We receive over 100 applications to our program each year and it requires significant time to review each one thoroughly.  We pride ourselves on being able to communicate decisions early in the calendar year and in order to do this we must maintain the November deadline.

When will we receive decision letters?

Following the closure of the application submission site in November each year, our administrative staff review all of the application documents for eligibility and collates them for review by the HSR Admissions team. Between December and the end of February, each Emphasis thoroughly reviews each applicant file, conducts interviews where appropriate and makes admissions recommendations to the HSR Leadership.  We send out decision letters (for acceptances, rejections and wait list placements) on a rolling basis starting in early March each year. 

Are we required to have stats experience for the HSR program?

The curriculum within the HSR program expects a base level of statistical knowledge.  The required statistics course for all HSR students is at the intermediate level. If you have not previously taken a stats course (in undergrad or your masters), we STRONGLY suggest you take an introductory graduate level stats course (online is a good option) before your first semester at IHPME.