Course at a Glance
- PhDDegree level
- Toronto Metropolitan University, downtown Toronto campus, CanadaLocation
- City Building and Social JusticeField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Toronto Metropolitan University, downtown Toronto campusCampus
- Doctor of PhilosophyAwards
- $27,156Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
The PhD in Policy Studies is an interdisciplinary doctoral program. The program is designed to prepare a new generation of researchers for positions in academe and the public, non-profit and private sectors at the local, regional, national and international levels.
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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 7.0
- Study modeThesis-based
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Completion of a master’s degree from an accredited institution | Minimum GPA of 3.33 / 4.33 (B+) in the last two years of study | Statement of interest | Resumé/CV | Transcripts | Three letters of recommendation | Sample of work | English language proficiency requirement · English: IELTS 7.0; TOEFL iBT 93; PTE Academic 63; Duolingo English Test 130 · English test waiver: Certification of English proficiency is not required if the applicant has completed two or more years of full-time postsecondary education at a Canadian university, or two or more years of full-time postsecondary education at a university where English was the primary language of instruction, or a graduate degree at a university where English was the primary language of instruction. An official statement from the institution's Registrar's office confirming English as the Medium of Instruction is required for the exemption. Courses completed at a Canadian College will not exempt an applicant. Source: https://www.torontomu.ca/graduate/future-students/requirements/ · Application fee: CAD 110.00 per program application, CAD 150.00 for the MBA program - 'each application submitted requires a non-refundable application fee of $110 per program or $150 for the MBA program'. Applicants may apply to a maximum of three programs and pay the fee for each. Source: https://www.torontomu.ca/graduate/future-students/apply/online/ · Deposit: CAD 2,000.00 confirmation deposit for international students (all full-time programs, part-time programs, MBA and Computer Networks Full-time); domestic deposit is CAD 500 full-time, CAD 250 part-time, CAD 1,000 MBA and CAD 1,000 Computer Networks Full-time. Non-refundable except where a study permit application has been denied. Fall deposits can be made from June 1, 2026 and are due June 14, 2026; winter from October 2, 2026, due October 16, 2026; spring from February 3, 2026, due February 17, 2026. Source: https://www.torontomu.ca/graduate/future-students/apply/deposit/
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$27,156 CAD / year≈ $19,968 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsTMU states funding for graduate students 'comes from a combination of employment contracts (as a teaching assistant), scholarships, awards and stipends' with additional internal and external funding sources, and encourages applicants to submit before the first consideration date 'to increase their chances of securing financial support'. SourceView 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: TMU's graduate Application Dates page (last updated September 15, 2026) states 'Fall 2027 Applications will open September 30, 2026' and 'Fall 2026 applications are now closed'; its Fall table still carries the previous cycle's heading 'First Considerati…
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 Policy Studies - PhD cost?
CAD 27,156 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 7.0 overall is the score listed for this programme.
What are the entry requirements?
Completion of a master’s degree from an accredited institution | Minimum GPA of 3.33 / 4.33 (B+) in the last two years of study | Statement of interest | Resumé/CV | Transcripts | Three letters of recommendation | Sample of work | English language proficiency requirement · English: IELTS 7.0; TOEFL iBT 93; PTE Academic 63; Duolingo English Test 130 · English test waiver: Certification of English proficiency is not required if the applicant has completed two or more years of full-time postsecondary education at a Canadian university, or two or more years of full-time postsecondary education at a university where English was the primary language of instruction, or a graduate degree at a university where English was the primary language of instruction. An official statement from the institution's Registrar's office confirming English as the Medium of Instruction is required for the exemption. Courses completed at a Canadian College will not exempt an applicant. Source: https://www.torontomu.ca/graduate/future-students/requirements/ · Application fee: CAD 110.00 per program application, CAD 150.00 for the MBA program - 'each application submitted requires a non-refundable application fee of $110 per program or $150 for the MBA program'. Applicants may apply to a maximum of three programs and pay the fee for each. Source: https://www.torontomu.ca/graduate/future-students/apply/online/ · Deposit: CAD 2,000.00 confirmation deposit for international students (all full-time programs, part-time programs, MBA and Computer Networks Full-time); domestic deposit is CAD 500 full-time, CAD 250 part-time, CAD 1,000 MBA and CAD 1,000 Computer Networks Full-time. Non-refundable except where a study permit application has been denied. Fall deposits can be made from June 1, 2026 and are due June 14, 2026; winter from October 2, 2026, due October 16, 2026; spring from February 3, 2026, due February 17, 2026. Source: https://www.torontomu.ca/graduate/future-students/apply/deposit/
Is there a scholarship?
TMU states funding for graduate students 'comes from a combination of employment contracts (as a teaching assistant), scholarships, awards and stipends' with additional internal and external funding sources, and encourages applicants to submit before the first consideration date 'to increase their chances of securing financial support'. Source View scholarship page
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