York University - Graduate Studies

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Science & Technology Studies

York University - Graduate Studies

Faculty:Faculty of Graduate Studies
Degree:Doctorate
Field of Study:Science Technologies/Technicians, Other
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education
Thesis Based:Yes
Cost per year:*
National: $5,145

Description:

The PhD Program is a multi-year program of advanced graduate study whose purpose is to train students to become highly qualified scholars in Science and Technology Studies. The program culminates in the preparation of a dissertation that makes an original contribution to scholarship in STS. The program is open to qualified students who want to obtain advanced scholarly training in the interdisciplinary study of science and technology.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*77
Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 600] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 100] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7.5]
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Statement of Research Interests
  • Portfolio
Applicants are required to have a Masters degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in field(s) relevant to Science and Technology Studies, with a grade average of at least a B+. Examples of degrees in field(s) relevant to Science and Technology Studies include any MA or MSc degree in which the student has completed a significant amount of coursework on the application of anthropology, cultural studies, history, philosophy, social studies, or sociology, to an understanding of science or technology.

* 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.

Modified on November 26, 2022