* Books, Student services fees
A Master of Social Work (MSW) or equivalent with a minimum A- standing.
Normally, we require a minimum of three years of social work practice experience, which would usually be post-MSW, but other combinations of practice and education may be considered.
Applications are reviewed by the graduate program committee, which considers all prior university grades, a statement of research interests and letters of reference.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL):
TOEFL iBT: minimum score of 89, with minimum skill scores of 21 in each of the skills tests (speaking, writing, reading and listening).
Paper-based TOEFL: minimum of 573.
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS): minimum score of 7.
Pearson Test of English (PTE): minimum score of 60.
The Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Assessment: minimum score of 70.
More than ever, society is in need of advanced researchers who have a deep understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion and are equipped to shine a critical light on inequality and injustice. Our PhD in Social Work offers you an opportunity to develop a nuanced understanding of the social issues that matter to you.
We are looking for students who have had successful practice experience and who are also looking for more than just an additional professional degree. This program is ideal if you want to enhance your already strong critical and analytic abilities and develop your passion for social work research and study.
Note: Applications for 2021/22 will be available mid-October.
Through our program, you will become a better researcher by creating an independent program of research supported by a strong and internationally regarded faculty. You will receive an educational experience tailored to your needs with some coursework individually personalized according to your field of research and to building a strong academic CV.
You will have opportunities to teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels and engage with faculty in collaborative, community-based research. Our faculty members will be your mentors and are focused on your professional and academic growth.
An individualized program within a small supportive cohort is one of our many strengths. Through our full- and part-time options, our program supports students interested in an academic or research career, a hybrid of teaching and practice, and other professional options.
Our graduates have a track record of success. More than 95% of our students are working in their chosen area within a year of graduation.
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FULL-TIME COURSE PROGRESSION
Term One (Fall)
SK790: Social Work Thought and Theory
SK791: Epistemology and the Nature of Social Work Knowledge
SK820: Doctoral Seminar (two-term course, held every other week)
Term Two (Winter)
SK704: Applied Quantitative Research Methods
SK805: Applied Qualitative Research Methods
SK820: Doctoral Seminar (two-term course, held every other week)
Term Three (Spring)
SK801: Applied Qualitative Analysis
Required elective
Term Four (Fall)
SK894 Writing for Publication
Optional elective
Term Five (Winter) & Six (Spring)
SK892 & SK893: Comprehensive Examination
Terms 7–12
SK899: PhD Dissertation
Graduates of our program have pursued successful careers in higher education, teaching, government and the private sector.
Examples of jobs held by our graduates include:
University professors at University of Toronto, University of British Columbia, York University, Ryerson University and many other domestic and international universities and colleges.
Senior policy roles with the federal and provincial governments and non-profit organizations.
Private clinical practice.
Research roles in government, non-profit organizations and industry.
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