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Cultural, Social and Political Thought Program ( Doctorate )

Since its inception in 1989, the Interdisciplinary Cultural, Social, and Political Thought (CSPT) program has provided innovative interdisciplinary perspectives on issues at the forefront of contemporary theory. An exceptional opportunity for students wishing to pursue advanced theoretical studies at the PhD level, the Program fosters critical and exploratory approaches to subjects that may not fit easily within disciplinary boundaries. The CSPT program gives the brightest students in the Humanities and Social Sciences the opportunity to grapple with the big thinkers and big issues of our time, in a context that puts aside disciplinary boundaries, encourages intellectual exploration and critique, and ultimately puts everyone’s dogmas at issue.

Degrees offered: Graduates receive a PhD in English, History, Political Science or Sociology, with a notation that they have completed the Interdisciplinary Program in Cultural, Social, and Political Thought

Entrance requirements

For admission requirements, see the Cultural, Social and Political Thought website.

Applicants must also meet the general admission requirements for the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

Application deadlines

Entry point Domestic students International students
September February 15 February 15

Exams and other requirements

Program advisers

Co-operative education opportunities

What is co-op?

Co-operative education (co-op) is a learning strategy that lets you:

  • alternate your academic studies with paid, relevant work experience in your field of study
  • enrich your academic studies by drawing on practical, real-world experience from your work terms
  • develop competencies to excel in the workplace
  • potentially pursue work terms related to your graduate research or project
Can you do co-op?

Graduate co-op may be available to students who are pursuing thesis and non-thesis (or professional) degrees. Participation is optional, and admission is determined after consultation with your graduate adviser and department. Contact the co-op program in your degree area for details, or email coopinfo@uvic.ca.

Note: Co-op is not open to one-year graduate degrees, graduate certificates and diplomas, and non-degree graduate students.

What other career development support does UVic offer?

UVic Co-op and Career can support you through every stage of your career development, through:

Looking for work?

Apply for all types of job opportunities at learninginmotion.uvic.ca.

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