Dalhousie University [DAL], Halifax Programs, Tuition Fees & Entry Requirements 2022-2023

Master of Arts [M.A] [Sociology] From Dalhousie University

Halifax, Nova ScotiaLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1818established year
19000enrollment
Public
Partner [18 Courses]
7.8/10

Master of Arts [M.A] (Sociology)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

Ranked #301 out of 997 by THE Global Ranking 2024

$8,039 /Yr

CA$10,863 /Yr

MA in Sociology is a 1-year program offered on a full-time basis. University provides the flexibility to complete the program in 18-24 months. It is a thesis-based program. The programs emphasize faculty expertise and interest in three designated areas of departmental concentration. An Advanced Issues course is offered every year in each of these departmental concentrations:

  • Social Justice and Inequality
  • Economy, Work, and Development
  • Critical Health Studies

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For January Intake Aug 31, 2024
Application Deadline For May Intake Dec 31, 2024
Application Deadline For September Intake Apr 1, 2025

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$8039 (CAD 10863)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing and Food$7268 (CAD 9821)
Compulsory Fees$1682 (CAD 2273)
International differential fee$5747 (CAD 7766)
Total Cost$14697 (CAD 19860)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students should have completed a 4-year bachelor's degree in computer science or related field from a recognized university.
  • A degree granted by a university of recognized standing is required.
  • A minimum GPA of at least 3.0/4.33 (B grade) in the last 60 credit hours of study is required.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Completed a 4-year UG degree with an upper second class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.


Scores Required

92 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

7 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

300 / 340

Avg. Score in

GRE

65 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

3.0 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA


Required Document List

Following are the required document:

  • Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees. 
  • Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Two Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics, and that references should submit along with the application system.
  • Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths, and any work experience and/or education that students have.
  • Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores.
  • Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • Confirmation of Employment Form:  Students must be emailed as an attachment by the applicant or referee. 
  • Proof of name change: Required only if name discrepancies exist between transcripts/assessments/test scores and other application documents.  Examples of proof: Marriage/divorce certificates, 2 copies of government-issued ID that include a previous and current name and date of birth.
  • ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

Ranking

202420232021

Times Higher Education logo
Social Studies 301 out of 997 in Global Ranking
( #10 out of 31 in Canada 2024)

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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Killam Predoctoral ScholarshipsScholarship per student$ 31,080/Yr$42,000Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeCollege-Specific
A.S. Mowat Prize Scholarship at Dalhousie UniversityScholarship per student$ 1,110/Yr$1,500Level Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
Jared J. Davis GrantScholarship per student$ 740/Yr$1,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Narotam Sekhsaria ScholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
Rotary Foundation Scholarships- Global GrantsScholarship per student$ 29.6 L/Yr$4,000,000Level Of StudyMasterTypeCompany-Sponsored
Prodigy Finance-GyanDhan ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 1,850/Yr$2,500Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based


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