Policy Studies (PhD)
    Duration5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 19,708 / Year
    Next IntakeMay 1, 2026
    Policy Studies (PhD)

    About

    The PhD in Policy Studies is the first and only interdisciplinary doctoral program of its kind in Canada. The program is designed to prepare a new generation of researchers for positions in academe and the public, non-profit and private sectors at the local, regional, national and international levels.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    PhD

    • Completion of a master’s degree from an accredited institution
    • Minimum GPA of 3.33 / 4.33 (B+) in the last two years of study
    • Statement of interest
    • Resumé/CV
    • Transcripts
    • Three letters of recommendation
    • Sample of work
    • English language proficiency requirement

    More information on admission requirements. Due to the competitive nature of our programs, it is not possible to offer admission to everyone who applies that meets the minimum entrance requirements for the program.

    Program-specific requirements

    English Program Requirements

    English Language Requirements

    TOEFL (IBT) : 93

    IELTS- Academic : 7.0

    PTE - Academic : 63

    Cambridge Assessment Test : 185

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    19,708 / year
    Policy Studies (PhD)
    Toronto Metropolitan University
    Toronto Metropolitan University
    Canada

    Canada, Toronto