About PhD Program,
The PhD in Education will give you advanced knowledge of the qualitative and quantitative methods used in educational research. You will examine the disciplinary links between childhood and adult education and strengthen your understanding of underlying educational philosophies. Our program provides a solid foundation from which to pursue research across disciplines and orientations. Our faculty members specialize in four major subfields: applied linguistics, child studies, educational studies and educational technology. Graduate students have exclusive use of our state-of-the-art facilities, including personalized research spaces, computer workstations and a media development lab. Along with a growing number of students and faculty you will be contributing to cutting-edge research in education and the civic life of the department.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
High standing can be defined as honours, specialization, or the GPA equivalent to a B average.
Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 90 credits.
- MA in Education, Applied Linguistics, Child Studies, Educational Studies, or Educational Technology, with high standing, from an accredited university.
- Applicants with a Master’s degree in a related field or discipline, such as psychology, sociology, anthropology, adult education, and human resource development, are considered.
- Applicants from other disciplines might be offered conditional admission which may include fulfilling prerequisite courses.
- Proficiency in English.Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on requirements and exemptions.
PhD Funding Coverage,
Tuition and fees of the program may depend on your student status, among other key factors. Estimate these costs based on the most common situations.
Funding packages are generally available for students in thesis-based programs. They come in the form of awards, teaching and research assistantships are offered at the time of admission to most students to allow them to focus on their research and studies. Research and thesis-based students are automatically considered for all entrance graduate awards when they apply to Concordia, provided they meet eligibility criteria. No separate application is required.
Application Requirement,
Transcripts and Certificates
Letters of reference
Statement of purpose
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Proof of legal status in Canada
Proof of test scores
Thesis supervisor
Application Deadline,
Dec 01, 2024
Application Fee,
- Have a valid credit card or debit card available to pay the application fee of $100.00 CAD ($17.00 CAD for Independent graduate students), or $40.00 CAD for a microprogram. The application fee is non-refundable and cannot be waived.
