Trent's Cultural Studies graduate programs emphasize research and research creation. Students immerse themselves in a thriving local arts community as they pursue discussions surrounding culture and technology, environmental communication, gender and the body, science as knowledge, discourse, and narrative, social and political theory, and media theory.
In the first Cultural Studies Ph.D. program in Canada, students will put their research and passion in the spotlight as they build a diverse skillset through a combination of core seminars, independent research, teaching and research assistantships and the completion of a dissertation in the pursuit of interdisciplinary scholarship. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 80 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Eligibility Requirements
- M.A. in Cultural Studies or a related discipline
- Minimum A- (80%) or equivalent overall in the Master's degree
- Aptitude for theoretical inquiry and excellent writing skills
- Original and innovative dissertation proposal
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| Test Scores: | - Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 93] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5]
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Statement of Research Interests
All applicants, domestic and international, must submit the following documents to complete their application:
- Transcripts: Unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts
- 2 letters of reference: Academic references are preferred; however, professional references will be accepted. Reference forms will be emailed to the referees that you have appointed on OUAC
- Plan of Study/Personal Statement: 1-2 pages outlining your objectives in a graduate program. Any specific research interests, relevant experiences, and/or career aspirations can be included
- Writing Sample: A sample of your writing of about 20 pages or less. The preferred submission format is PDF. Good choices for writing samples include: an undergraduate essay, lab report, research report, journal article, a chapter from a masters thesis, or a published article.
- Proof of Citizenship (ie. copy of passport or birth certificate)
- Supervisor: A potential supervisor is recommended as an admission requirement for this program. If chosen prior to admission, please list your supervisor on your OUAC application and discuss this in your plan of study. Please visit the program's Faculty and Research page for a listing of faculty and areas of research. Applicants are responsible for reaching out to a faculty member
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* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.