PhD in Doctorat en travail social

This doctoral program supports in-depth reflection on the theory and practice of social work from a knowledge-development perspective. The 90-credit curriculum can be completed through a thesis or a research-project pathway, with students conducting original research under faculty supervision. The program addresses current debates and methodologies in social work research and prepares graduates for academic and applied research careers in the field. It is delivered on the Montreal campus. Admission requires securing approval from a faculty supervisor before applying, along with a letter of intent, a curriculum vitae, a sample of academic work, a research project outline of no more than 1,500 words, two academic letters of recommendation, and a director acceptance form. Minimum coursework (scolarité) of six trimesters is required. The credential awarded is a Ph.D. in social work, with a nominal full-time length of two years, extendable up to five years full-time or six years part-time.