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Spanish (PhD)

University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #32

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Spanish (PhD) is a doctorate in Spanish programme taught at University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada. Tuition for international students is CAD 9,240 per year (CAD 8,448 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Spanish
Local tuition: CAD 8,448 / year
International tuition: CAD 9,240 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: sgs.utoronto.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Spanish at the University of Toronto prepares students to develop innovative research in Hispanic studies and to present their findings to scholarly and public audiences. Students complete advanced coursework and skills training before specializing in one of two concentrations: Hispanic Literatures and Cultures, or Hispanic Linguistics. The program is administered by the Department of Spanish and Portuguese and culminates in a dissertation developed under faculty supervision following comprehensive field examinations. Admission is administered through the School of Graduate Studies. Direct entry from a bachelor's degree is not offered; applicants must hold a completed master's degree in Spanish or a closely related field. No standardized admission test is required or recommended. The credential awarded is a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Requirements

Admission Requirements: A completed master's degree is required; the department does not allow direct entry to the PhD from a bachelor's degree. A minimum A- average in the master's degree is required. Supervisors are assigned by the graduate unit after admission rather than secured by the applicant beforehand. No standardized admission test is required or recommended.

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Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1827
Students: 103,140
QS rank: #32
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Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Spanish (PhD) award?

University of Toronto awards a Doctorate in the field of Spanish on completion of this programme.

How much does Spanish (PhD) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 9,240 per year (CAD 8,448 per year for local students).

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