About Sociology in Lakehead University
The Department of Sociology is committed to fostering the development of socially responsible citizens of the world.
We offer a graduate program dedicated to enhancing students' knowledge of the societies in which they live, while increasing their ability to think independently and critically about important social issues.
MA in Sociology: Gerontology Specialization
The Gerontology Program collaborates with five departments including Sociology, to provide students with an innovative, interdisciplinary learning perspective. Students have the opportunity to access multifaceted resources and work together with complementary disciplines.
Research and theory in Gerontology is reviewed, and the thesis or major project taken in the collaborating academic unit will have a gerontological focus.
For additional information on the Interdisciplinary Graduate Specialization in Gerontology, please visit the Gerontology website.
MA in Sociology: Social Justice Studies Specialization
The Social Justice Studies specialization enables students to conduct original research on social justice issues by drawing on the disciplinary tools provided by Sociology. Students may investigate any topic relevant to social justice studies, by utilizing appropriate theoretical frameworks and research methodologies from Sociology. While a strong foundation in Sociology is emphasized, interdisciplinary work, public engagement, and community activism are also encouraged where appropriate.
MA in Sociology: Women's Studies Specialization
The Department of Women's Studies at Lakehead University is dedicated to furthering an understanding of the importance of gender as a category of analysis in scholarly inquiry. Through interdisciplinary instruction, students will critically assess the relevance of existing models of knowledge in reflecting women's experience and scholarship.
The aim of the program is to encourage the development and integration of feminist teaching, learning, and research within the university community and the community at large. This Collaborative Master's program allows students to combine advanced disciplinary research with feminist scholarship from the interdisciplinary field of Women's Studies. Upon completion of the program, the degree awarded specifies the discipline of the participating academic unit and notes the Specialization in Women's Studies.
For additional information on the Interdisciplinary Graduate Specialization in Women's Studies, please visit the Women's Studies website.
Academic qualification equivalents
- A university degree in a related subject.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS: 6.5 (no individual score less than 6.0)
- TOEFL: iBT 80
- PTE: 58 (no component score less than 50)
Lakehead University Highlights
| University type |
Public |
| Rank |
9th in Canada in undergraduate study |
| Courses |
80 undergraduate and around 20 graduate courses |
| No. of Campuses |
2 (one each in Thunder Bay and Orillia) |
| Employment rate |
Average rate of 94% |
| Application Fee |
101 USD1 for undergraduate courses |
| Accepted Tests |
GMAT/GRE |
| English Language Proficiency Tests |
TOEFL/IELTS or equivalent |
| Financial Aid for International Students |
Available as Scholarships and Bursaries |
Lakehead University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Estimated idea of other living expenses excluding tuition fee are listed as follows:
| Name of Expenditure |
Cost (in USD per year) |
| Avg.Tution Fees |
$17,800 |
| Accommodation |
2,250 to 5,475 |
| Books and Supplies |
1,875 |
| Transportation (Bus Pass) |
150 |
| Groceries |
2,250 |
| Mobile |
720 |
| Others |
1,080 |
| Total |
8,325 to 11,550 |
