Course at a Glance
- MasterDegree level
- Keele Campus, CanadaLocation
- Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional StudiesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Keele CampusCampus
- MAAwards
- $18,825Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Socio-Legal Studies York's interdisciplinary program in Socio-Legal Studies builds on York’s long tradition of law & society teaching and research. The one-year MA program offers students courses in socio-legal theory and methods as well as a required Major Research Paper.
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York's PhD in Socio-Legal Studies is at the vanguard of a growing number of postgraduate programs in Europe and North America in interdisciplinary legal studies. Our PhD is a doctoral program that is not based in a law school. Students who are accepted into our program will join faculty with a strong commitment to research and scholarship. Our program consists of scholars drawn from law and society, criminology, political science, sociology, psychology, history, communication studies, women's studies, and law. Our faculty is actively involved in building an academic community of socio-legal scholars. We are doing this through our participation and leadership in professional associations as well as through our projects and published work. See Program’s Website
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 7.5
- Study modeFull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Minimum required GPA: B+ (York grading scale). Programme component(s): Major research paper. Additional admission requirements: Additional Admission Requirements Number of Recommendation(s) 3 recommendation(s) Other Requirements MA Statement of interest (500 words) Written work (maximum 5,000 words) Resumé or CV PhD Statement of interest (500 words) Written work (5,000 words) Resumé or CV · English: IELTS 7.5; TOEFL iBT 100; PTE Academic 76; Duolingo English Test 140 · English test waiver: Faculty of Graduate Studies sets English proficiency per programme; see the programme page. York's undergraduate exemption rules do not automatically apply to graduate admission. Source: programme page listed in source_url. · Application fee: CAD 140.00
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$18,825 CAD / year≈ $13,842 / year
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsYork's Faculty of Graduate Studies publishes Standard Funding Packages by Program; this programme is listed there as 'Socio-Legal Studies (MA)' with International Funding: Yes (Domestic Funding: Yes). York's graduate funding model offers a minimum funding commitment that 'Covers tuition, and is indexed to increases in tuition fees'; a component of it is the York Graduate Fellowship, which 'Varies between domestic and international students to reflect differential fees'. It applies only to full-time students who are offered a funding commitment on admission; there is no separate application. SourcesView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Deadline - Fall (Full-time Applicants Only): 2027-01-15
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Socio-Legal Studies - MA cost?
CAD 18,825 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 7.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum required GPA: B+ (York grading scale). Programme component(s): Major research paper. Additional admission requirements: Additional Admission Requirements Number of Recommendation(s) 3 recommendation(s) Other Requirements MA Statement of interest (500 words) Written work (maximum 5,000 words) Resumé or CV PhD Statement of interest (500 words) Written work (5,000 words) Resumé or CV · English: IELTS 7.5; TOEFL iBT 100; PTE Academic 76; Duolingo English Test 140 · English test waiver: Faculty of Graduate Studies sets English proficiency per programme; see the programme page. York's undergraduate exemption rules do not automatically apply to graduate admission. Source: programme page listed in source_url. · Application fee: CAD 140.00
Is there a scholarship?
York's Faculty of Graduate Studies publishes Standard Funding Packages by Program; this programme is listed there as 'Socio-Legal Studies (MA)' with International Funding: Yes (Domestic Funding: Yes). York's graduate funding model offers a minimum funding commitment that 'Covers tuition, and is indexed to increases in tuition fees'; a component of it is the York Graduate Fellowship, which 'Varies between domestic and international students to reflect differential fees'. It applies only to full-time students who are offered a funding commitment on admission; there is no separate application. Sources View scholarship page
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