UVic Law is widely regarded as one of Canada’s finest law schools. We’re known for our experiential learning and commitment to community engagement and social justice. We have the largest number of clinical placements per student in Canada. We have longstanding partnerships with Indigenous communities and a deeply-held ethic of social contribution.
In PhD program, you’ll study applied legal methodology and conduct original research. You’ll work closely with your supervisor as well as experts in other disciplines, such as political science and sociology. You’ll study for a candidacy exam and work on a doctoral dissertation. You’ll defend the culminating work in an oral defense.
Completion of an acceptable master’s degree (or equivalent) from an institution recognized by UVic Any requirements specific to your program of study or
You may be considered if you have the equivalent of an A- average in the last two years of a bachelor’s degree.
The normal minimum for admission to the PhD degree will be an average of A- (7.0 G.P.A.) in graduate courses.Applicants for the PhD program are required to submit a curriculum vitae and a full dissertation proposal (five-page maximum) for assessment in the admissions process, although this proposal may be revised during the student’s candidacy in the program. A sample of the applicant’s research writing, e.g. a completed segment of a master’s thesis or published article, is also required.
Completion of an acceptable master’s degree (or equivalent) from an institution recognized by UVic Any requirements specific to your program of study or
You may be considered if you have the equivalent of an A- average in the last two years of a bachelor’s degree.
The normal minimum for admission to the PhD degree will be an average of A- (7.0 G.P.A.) in graduate courses.Applicants for the PhD program are required to submit a curriculum vitae and a full dissertation proposal (five-page maximum) for assessment in the admissions process, although this proposal may be revised during the student’s candidacy in the program. A sample of the applicant’s research writing, e.g. a completed segment of a master’s thesis or published article, is also required.
The English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for Phd in Law & Society in Canada: are:
Items | Costs | ||||||
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Application Fees | CA$162.25 | ||||||
Tuition Fees | CA$6,499.00 /year | ||||||
Living Cost | CA$12,000.00/year (CA$1,000.00/month) |
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Student Earning | CA$18,688.00/year |
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You will earn CA$18,688.00/year by working (20h * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 14.50/h) + (40h * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 14.50/h) at minimum wage of CA$14.60/hour. |
Items | Costs | ||||||
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Application Fees | CA$126.50 | ||||||
Tuition Fees | CA$5,182.00 /year | ||||||
Living Cost | CA$12,000.00/year (CA$1,000.00/month) |
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Student Earning | CA$18,688.00/year | ||||||
This is just an estimate. You don't have any work hour limit. You will earn CA$18,688.00/year by working (20h * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 14.50/h) + (40h * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 14.50/h) at minimum wage of CA$14.60/hour. |
All graduate students must have a faculty member who serves as their academic supervisor. When you apply:
To find a supervisor, review the faculty contacts. When you've found a faculty member whose research complements your own, contact them by email.
Graduate students registered in full-time programs are automatically considered for a fellowship. This is based on a qualifying GPA.UVic Fellowship Awards- Up to $17,500 per year (master's).UVic Graduate Awards- Up to $10,000 per year (master's and PhD).You can also join the co-op program or work as a research or teaching assistant.
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