Study Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law and Society at University of Victoria in Canada,

About this course

About this course
- Overview
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

In our PhD program, you’ll study applied legal methodology and conduct original research. You’ll work closely with your supervisor as well as experts in other disciplines, such as political science, Indigenous governance or sociology. You’ll study for a candidacy exam and work on a doctoral dissertation. You’ll defend the culminating work in an oral defense.

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

CAD$8,403.00 (US$ 6,040) per year

Residence rates- Dormitory: Super single room (includes meal plan)- $16,369

Start date

May 2027

Venue

University of Victoria

3800 Finnerty Road,

Victoria,

British Columbia,

V8P 5C2, West Coast, Canada

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

CAD$8,403.00 (US$ 6,040) per year

Residence rates- Dormitory: Super single room (includes meal plan)- $16,369

Start date

January 2027

Venue

University of Victoria

3800 Finnerty Road,

Victoria,

British Columbia,

V8P 5C2, West Coast, Canada

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Entry requirements

For international students

A curriculum vitae
A full dissertation proposal (five-page maximum). You can revise this proposal during your time in the program
A sample of your research writing, e.g. a completed segment of a masters thesis or published article
The names and email addresses of two references. Your references should be professors or another authority familiar with your academic work

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