Program Description
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Information Studies offered by the School of Information Studies in the Faculty of Arts is a research-intensive program that emphasizes complex and stimulating learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in original thinking, data analysis, and the presentation of complex topics to pursue professional opportunities in academia or industry.
Keywords: Information science, library science, archival studies, knowledge management, human-computer interaction, accessibility, Haptic perception, Knowledge transfer, information literacy, information behavior, disability history.
Unique Program Features
- The program trains students to develop knowledge and critical awareness of relevant theories, principles and methods in information studies and to acquire the expertise to conduct and promote scholarly research in the context of information studies;
- The School contributes to the development of knowledge and to teaching/learning in information studies and builds national and international visibility of information studies from a research perspective;
- Graduates pursue careers in research, teaching, and senior administrative positions in Quebec, Canada, and internationally.
University-Level Admission Requirements
- An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
- English-language proficiency
Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.
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Program Website
PhD in Information Studies website
Department Contact
Graduate Program admissions.sis [at] mcgill.ca (subject: PhD%20in%20Information%20Studies) (email)
Available Intakes
Fall
Winter
Application Deadlines
| Intake | Applications Open | Application Deadline - International | Application Deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALL | September 15 | January 15 | January 15 |
| WINTER | February 15 | June 1 | June 1 |
| SUMMER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.