Doctor of Philosophy in Human Ecology - Children, Youth and Families: Fees & Entry Requirements at University of Alberta, Canada

Doctor of Philosophy in Human Ecology - Children, Youth and Families

Canada

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What will I learn?

The University of Alberta is the only university in Canada offering a PhD in Human Ecology. It has a long and proud history as an academic discipline and remains tremendously relevant for today's multiple challenges in our daily lives. Family Science faculty specialize in family theory, and family policy and practice across many dimensions including parent-child relationships, work-family integration, family poverty and marginalized youth and families. In conducting research about family dynamics, and working with government and community partners, the broad aim of the research programs is to enhance the well-being of children, youth and families across the life course.

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$10,518.72 (6,37,923) per year
Books, Supplies and Instruments - 1200.00

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

North Campus

116 St. and 85 Ave.,

Edmonton,

Alberta,

T6G 2R3, Prairie Provinces, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

For the PhD program the Departments minimum admission requirements are a thesis-based masters degree with an admission GPA of at least 3.0 on the 4- point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution. The admission GPA will be calculated on the last 60 units of graded coursework completed, or on the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded coursework. Applicants to all programs are also required to submitCurriculum VitaeStatement of Goals and Objectives Form, available under Admission Process on the Department Websitethree letters of reference from individuals knowledgeable about their academic and research capabilitiesPhD applicants must also submit a writing sample

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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