Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Theory and Practice - Philosophy of Education

Explore the deeper questions related to individual, cultural and environmental aspects of education. You see or dream that the world can be transformed, and in the process expect to also be transformed as well.This program is intentionally broad to be inclusive of the diverse range of fields of study of our students that could be explored through the lens and dynamics of theories and practices in education.

Submitted evidence, usually references from qualified referees, of the applicant’s ability to undertake advanced studies in the area of interest. Proof of English Language proficiency, A Master’s degree from SFU or its equivalent from a recognized institutionA Bachelor's degree, with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5/4.0, or a grade point average of at least 3.67/4.33 (A-) based on the last 60 credits of undergraduate courses. Students admitted directly from a bachelor's degree must complete at least 50% of the course work units required for the relevant program's master's program if no course work is required as part of the doctoral degree.Completion of at least 75% of the course work units required for the relevant program’s master’s program, with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5.Transcripts for each post-secondary institution attendedAcademic Writing SampleCurriculum Vitae/ResumeLetter of IntentIELTS - The University minimum requirements for English proficiency is an overall band score of 7.0 of the academic (NOT general) test with a minimum of 6.5 in each section.TOEFL - The University minimum requirement for the internet-based exam is a total score of 93, with a minimum score of 20 in each category. For the paper-based TOEFL test, the University normally requires a score of 580, with TWE 5. Pearson Academic (PTE) - Overall 65 minimum 60 in all of their sections.