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MA/MS in Sociology

York University

Toronto, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #322 =

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York University offers MA/MS in Sociology, a master's degree in Social & Cultural Studies programme in Toronto, Canada.

Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree, Doctorate

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Social & Cultural Studies

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: futurestudents.yorku.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The graduate program in Sociology offers MA and PhD study within one of Canada's largest sociology departments, with a focus on critical scholarship, interdisciplinarity, and sociological theory. Faculty conduct research across a broad range of sociological subfields, and the program is recognized as a centre for social theorizing and research in Canada. Admission requires an undergraduate degree with a minimum B+ average; applications include three letters of recommendation, a 500-word statement of interest, and a sample of academic writing between 5,000 and 7,500 words. Graduates are prepared for research and teaching careers in sociology and related social science fields, as well as further doctoral study, drawing on a program known for its interdisciplinary breadth and critical approach to sociological theory.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum B+ average. Applications require three letters of recommendation, a 500-word statement of interest, and a sample of academic writing of 5,000 to 7,500 words. English-language proficiency requires a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 100 (or 5 on the new scale for tests from January 2026) or an IELTS Academic score of 7.5, or an equivalent.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About York University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1959
Students: 53,500
QS rank: #322 =
Programs: 328
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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