Master of Arts

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or professional program from a recognized university, with a grade equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B or better in the final year.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 4.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Either LHA1100H Introduction to Adult Education or LHA1102H Introduction to Community Development, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • LHA1183H Master's Thesis Seminar.

  • At least one research methods course (0.5 FCE).

  • At least 2.0 FCEs must be from the Adult Education and Community Development program. Additional courses may be required of some students.

• A thesis based on original research, which may lay the groundwork for doctoral research.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-FWS); 10 sessions part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

Master of Education

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or professional program from a recognized university, with a grade equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B or better in the final year.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Either LHA1100H Introduction to Adult Education or LHA1102H Introduction to Community Development, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • At least 2.5 FCEs must be from the Adult Education and Community Development program.

  • One research methods course is recommended (0.5 FCE).

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-F); 10 sessions part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

PhD Program (Full-Time Option)

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate master's degree from a recognized university in a relevant discipline or professional program, with a minimum standing equivalent to a University of Toronto B+.

• In addition to responses to the Faculty questions in the online admissions application, a sample of written work is required, which will help the admissions committee to assess an applicant's readiness to succeed in rigorous coursework and to conduct systematic research for the PhD. Applicants typically submit a master's-level Major Research Paper or thesis as their sample of written work. Applicants who do not have a Major Research Paper or thesis must provide a sample of written work that showcases their ability to write clearly and analytically about issues related to adult education and community development. The admissions committee will look for evidence that applicants understand how to craft an academic document, define a research problem, devise an appropriate focus for an inquiry, assemble and analyze evidence and/or academic literatures, and develop conclusions in a rigorous manner. Examples include a master's-level course paper or professional publication.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 3.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA3102H Doctoral Thesis Seminar, recommended to be taken in the first session of the program.

  • At least 1.5 FCEs must be from the Adult Education and Community Development program. Students with little background in the area of Adult Education and Community Development may be required to complete an additional 0.5 FCE providing such background.

  • At least one research methods course (0.5 FCE).

• Comprehensive requirement. Normally, a major paper between 7,000 and 12,000 words in length (including tables, figures, and references), which consists of a comprehensive discussion of one or more literatures and/or debates of significance to Adult Education and Community Development.

• Thesis.

• Students must register continuously and pay the full-time fee until all degree requirements have been fulfilled.

• Students cannot transfer between the full-time and flexible-time PhD options.

• Students cannot transfer between the EdD and PhD programs.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 years full-time (typical registration sequence: Continuous)
Time Limit: 6 years full-time

 

PhD Program (Flexible-Time Option)

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate master's degree from a recognized university in a relevant discipline or professional program, with a minimum standing equivalent to a University of Toronto B+.

• In addition to responses to the Faculty questions in the online admissions application, a sample of written work is required, which will help the admissions committee to assess an applicant's readiness to succeed in rigorous coursework and to conduct systematic research for the PhD. Applicants typically submit a master's-level Major Research Paper or thesis as their sample of written work. Applicants who do not have a Major Research Paper or thesis must provide a sample of written work that showcases their ability to write clearly and analytically about issues related to adult education and community development. The admissions committee will look for evidence that applicants understand how to craft an academic document, define a research problem, devise an appropriate focus for an inquiry, assemble and analyze evidence and/or academic literatures, and develop conclusions in a rigorous manner. Examples include a master’s-level course paper or professional publication.

• Applicants must demonstrate that they are active professionals engaged in activities related to their proposed program of study.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 3.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA3102H Doctoral Thesis Seminar, recommended to be taken in the first session of the program.

  • At least 1.5 FCEs must be from the Adult Education and Community Development program. Students with little background in the area of Adult Education and Community Development may be required to complete an additional 0.5 FCE providing such background.

  • At least one research methods course (0.5 FCE).

• Comprehensive requirement. Normally, a major paper between 7,000 and 12,000 words in length (including tables, figures, and references), which consists of a comprehensive discussion of one or more literatures and/or debates of significance to Adult Education and Community Development.

• Thesis.

• Students must register continuously until all degree requirements have been fulfilled. They register full-time during the first four years and may continue as part-time students thereafter, with their department's approval.

• Students cannot transfer between the full-time and flexible-time PhD options.

• Students cannot transfer between the EdD and PhD programs.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 years full-time (typical registration sequence: Continuous)
Time Limit: 8 years full-time

 

Master of Arts

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education’s additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university in a relevant discipline or professional program, with a grade equivalent to a University of Toronto B+ or better in the final year.

• Two letters of reference: one academic, the other either academic or professional.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 4.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA1003H Designing Master's Research Proposals.

  • LHA1004H Research Literacy in Educational Leadership and Policy.

  • LHA1040H Introduction to Educational Leadership and Policy: Policy, Leadership, Change, and Diversity.

  • 0.5 FCE in research methods, to be selected in consultation with the thesis supervisor.

  • 2.0 elective FCEs, of which 0.5 must be from the Educational Leadership and Policy program, normally at the 1000 level or 5000 special topics level. Educational Leadership and Policy program course codes typically have a "0" in the second digit, for example "LHA10XX" and "LHA50XX." The following courses also count as Educational Leadership and Policy program courses: EDP3045H, EDP3145H, JOI3043H, JOI3048H, and JOI3049H. Additional courses may be required of some students.

• Thesis, to be developed under the guidance of a faculty member.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-FWS); 10 sessions part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MEd Program (Coursework Only Option)

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university in a relevant discipline with a grade equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B or better in the final year.

• Two letters of reference: one academic, the other either academic or professional.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA1004H Research Literacy in Educational Leadership and Policy, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • LHA1040H Introduction to Educational Leadership and Policy: Policy, Leadership, Change, and Diversity, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • 4.0 other FCEs, of which at least 2.0 FCEs must be from the Educational Leadership and Policy program, normally at the 1000 level or 5000 special topics level. Educational Leadership and Policy program course codes typically have a "0" in the second digit, for example "LHA10XX" and "LHA50XX." The following courses also count as Educational Leadership and Policy program courses: EDP3045H, EDP3145H, JOI3043H, JOI3048H, and JOI3049H. Students may choose to focus on one of the four research areas: Policy, Leadership, Change, or Social Diversity.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-F); 10 sessions part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MEd Program (Coursework Only Option [Online/Hybrid Delivery, Part-Time Only])

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university in a relevant discipline with a grade equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B or better in the final year.

• Two letters of reference. Whenever possible, one should be written by an educational professional for whom the applicant has worked. The second should be by a referee who can attest to the applicant's academic ability.

• Applicants must have the equivalent of 12 months of successful, relevant, professional experience.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA1004H Research Literacy in Educational Leadership and Policy, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • LHA1040H Introduction to Educational Leadership and Policy: Policy, Leadership, Change, and Diversity, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • 4.0 other FCEs, of which at least 2.0 FCEs must be from the Educational Leadership and Policy program, normally at the 1000 level or 5000 special topics level. Educational Leadership and Policy program course codes typically have a "0" in the second digit, for example "LHA10XX" and "LHA50XX." The following courses also count as Educational Leadership and Policy program courses: EDP3045H, EDP3145H, JOI3043H, JOI3048H, and JOI3049H. Students may choose to focus on one of the four research areas: Policy, Leadership, Change, or Social Diversity.

Mode of Delivery: Online, Hybrid
Program Length: 10 sessions part-time
Time Limit: 6 years part-time

 

MEd Program (Coursework Plus Major Research Paper Option)

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university in a relevant discipline with a grade equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B or better in the final year.

• Two letters of reference: one academic, the other either academic or professional.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 4.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA1003H Designing Master's Research Proposals. Part-time students are recommended to take this course towards the end of their program; full-time students are recommended to take it in Year 1.

  • LHA1040H Introduction to Educational Leadership and Policy: Policy, Leadership, Change, and Diversity, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • 3.0 other FCEs, of which at least 1.5 FCEs must be from the Educational Leadership and Policy program, normally at the 1000 level or 5000 special topics level. Educational Leadership and Policy program course codes typically have a "0" in the second digit, for example "LHA10XX" and "LHA50XX." The following courses also count as Educational Leadership and Policy program courses: EDP3045H, EDP3145H, JOI3043H, JOI3048H, and JOI3049H. Students may choose to focus on one of the four program strands: Policy, Leadership, Change, or Social Diversity. LHA1004H Research Literacy in Educational Leadership and Policy is strongly recommended, as is an appropriate research methods (RM) course selected in consultation with the Faculty MRP supervisor.

• Major Research Paper (MRP): LHA2001Y Major Research Paper to be carried out under the guidance of a faculty member.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 5 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-FW); 10 sessions part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MEd Program; Field: School Leadership in Diverse Contexts

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university in a relevant discipline with a grade equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B or better in the final year.

• Two letters of reference. Whenever possible, one should be written by an educational professional for whom the applicant has worked. The second should be by a referee who can attest to the applicant's academic ability.

• Applicants must have the equivalent of 12 months of successful, relevant, professional experience.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA1004H Research Literacy in Educational Leadership and Policy, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • LHA1040H Introduction to Educational Leadership and Policy: Policy, Leadership, Change, and Diversity, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • LHA1042H Educational Leadership and Diversity.

  • 3.5 other FCEs, of which at least 1.5 FCEs must be from the Educational Leadership and Policy program, normally at the 1000 level or 5000 special topics level. Educational Leadership and Policy program course codes typically have a "0" in the second digit, for example "LHA10XX" and "LHA50XX." The following courses also count as Educational Leadership and Policy program courses: EDP3045H, EDP3145H, JOI3043H, JOI3048H, and JOI3049H. Students are encouraged to focus in the areas of Leadership and Social Diversity; and may also choose to explore courses in the areas of Policy and Change.

Mode of Delivery: Online, Hybrid
Program Length: 10 sessions part-time
Time Limit: 6 years part-time

 

Doctor of Education

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• Master's degree in the area of Educational Leadership and Policy or an equivalent degree with high academic standing from a recognized university.

• In addition to responses to the Faculty questions in the online admissions application, a supplementary writing sample is required, which will help the admissions committee to assess an applicant's readiness to succeed in rigorous coursework and to conduct systematic research for the EdD. Applicants typically submit a master's-level Major Research Paper or thesis as their writing sample. Applicants who do not have a Major Research Paper or thesis must provide a writing sample that showcases their ability to write clearly and analytically about educational issues. Examples include a master's-level course paper, a policy document, and a professional publication.

• The applicant must be in a leadership position in education, or must have held a leadership position, or must demonstrate potential for leadership.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 4.0 core full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA3003H Designing Research Proposals in Educational Leadership and Policy.

  • LHA3007H Reviewing the Literature.

  • LHA3009H Professional Development Seminar for the EdD.

  • LHA3040H People and Power in Organizations.

  • 1.0 FCE in research methods, to be chosen in consultation with the faculty advisor.

  • 1.0 elective FCE.

• Comprehensive examination. Successful oral defence of a written paper that critically reviews and synthesizes the literature related to the problem of practice to be addressed in the student's dissertation in practice, selected by the student in consultation with the supervisor/advisor. The comprehensive exam is normally taken at the end of Year 2, and must be taken no later than the end of Year 3. Students will be informed of their status (pass or fail) at the end of the oral exam. Students who are not successful in their first attempt will be permitted one additional attempt to pass.

• Thesis (dissertation in practice) proposal hearing.

• Thesis (dissertation in practice): The thesis (dissertation in practice) is the culminating component of the Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership and Policy that shall include an identification and investigation of a problem of practice, the application of theory and research to the problem of practice, and a design for action to address the problem of practice. Specifically, the thesis (dissertation in practice) consists of original research in the form of a written proposal or plan for innovative and impactful educational policy, guideline, advocacy, development project, or activism within or beyond a traditional educational setting, aimed at improving practice at local, regional, national, or international levels.

• Students are full-time and must maintain continuous registration full-time and pay full-time fees until all degree requirements, including the thesis (dissertation in practice), are completed.

• Students cannot transfer between the EdD and PhD programs.

Mode of Delivery: In person, Hybrid
Program Length: 4 years full-time (typical registration sequence: Continuous)
Time Limit: 6 years full-time

 

EdD Program; Field: International Educational Leadership and Policy

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• Master's degree in the area of Educational Leadership and Policy or an equivalent degree with high academic standing from a recognized university.

• Responses to the Faculty questions in the online admissions application: applicants will demonstrate experience and interest in studying international issues in education policy and leadership. In addition, a supplementary writing sample is required, which will help the admissions committee to assess an applicant's readiness to succeed in rigorous coursework and to conduct systematic research for the EdD. Applicants typically submit a master's-level Major Research Paper or thesis as their writing sample. Applicants who do not have a Major Research Paper or thesis must provide a writing sample that showcases their ability to write clearly and analytically about educational issues. Examples include a master's-level course paper, a policy document, and a professional publication.

• The applicant must be in a leadership position in education in an international setting, or must have held a leadership position, or must demonstrate the relevance of the program to their position or professional development in international education policy.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 4.0 core full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA3003H Designing Research Proposals in Educational Leadership and Policy

  • LHA3005H Introduction to Research Methods for the EdD (RM)

  • LHA3006H Data Analysis for the Education Doctorate-RM

  • LHA3007H Reviewing the Literature

  • LHA3040H People and Power in Organizations

  • LHA3041H Doctoral Seminar on Policy Issues in Education

  • 0.5 elective FCE chosen from 1000, 3000, or 6000-level courses as available online or

    • individual reading course (LHA3052H Individual Reading and Research in Educational Leadership and Policy) or

    • practicum course (CIE1002H Practicum for Comparative, International, and Development Education)

  • LHA3008H Professional Seminar and Dissertation Workshop in International Educational Leadership and Policy

  • Courses will be offered in specialized sections for the International Educational Leadership and Policy field cohort with course syllabi adapted to reflect the international educational policy focus.

  • Attendance in an on-campus Institute will be required to allow face-to-face delivery of one course in each of Years 1, 2, and 3. The Institute will foster cohort engagement and exchange; orientation to the OISE professors, the University of Toronto, and the program.

  • All other courses will be offered online using synchronous and asynchronous modalities.

• Comprehensive examination. Successful oral (using video conferencing) defence of a written paper that critically reviews and synthesizes the literature related to the problem of practice to be addressed in the student's dissertation in practice, selected by the student in consultation with the supervisor/advisor. The comprehensive exam is normally taken at the end of Year 2, and must be taken no later than the end of Year 3. Students will be informed of their status (pass or fail) at the end of the oral exam. Students who are not successful in their first attempt will be permitted one additional attempt to pass.

• Thesis (dissertation in practice) proposal hearing.

• Thesis (dissertation in practice): The thesis (dissertation in practice) is the culminating component of the Doctor of Education degree in International Educational Leadership and Policy that shall include an identification and investigation of a problem of practice, the application of theory and research to the problem of practice, and a design for action to address the problem of practice. Specifically, the thesis (dissertation in practice) consists of original research in the form of a written proposal or plan for innovative and impactful educational policy, guideline, advocacy, development project, or activism within or beyond a traditional educational setting, aimed at improving practice at local, regional, national, or international levels.

• Students are full-time and must maintain continuous registration full-time and pay full-time fees until all degree requirements, including the thesis (dissertation in practice), are completed.

• Students cannot transfer between the EdD and PhD programs.

Mode of Delivery: Hybrid
Program Length: 4 years full-time (typical registration sequence: Continuous)
Time Limit: 6 years full-time

 

PhD Program (Full-Time)

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate master's degree, from a recognized university in a relevant discipline or professional program, with a minimum standing equivalent to a University of Toronto A–.

• In addition to responses to the Faculty questions in the online admissions application, a supplementary writing sample is required, which will help the admissions committee to assess an applicant's readiness to succeed in rigorous coursework and to conduct systematic research for the PhD. Applicants typically submit a master's-level Major Research Paper or thesis as their writing sample. Applicants who do not have a Major Research Paper or thesis must provide a writing sample that showcases their ability to write clearly and analytically about educational issues. The admissions committee will look for evidence that applicants understand how to, or have the potential to, craft an academic document, display an ability to define a research problem, devise an appropriate focus for an inquiry, assemble and analyze evidence, and develop conclusions in a rigorous manner. Examples include a master's-level course paper, a policy document, and a professional publication.

• Two letters of reference: one academic, the other either academic or professional.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a minimum of 3.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA3040H People and Power in Organizations.

  • 1.0 FCE in research methods, to be chosen in consultation with the faculty advisor (excluding LHA1003H and LHA1004H, which may not be counted towards this requirement). Students who have already attained an acceptable level of competence in research methodology may be authorized to choose a course in a different area of study.

  • At least 0.5 FCE at the 3000 level or the 6000 Special Topics level from the Educational Leadership and Policy program. Educational Leadership and Policy program course codes typically have a "0" in the second digit, for example "LHA30XX" and "LHA60XX." The following courses also count as Educational Leadership and Policy program courses: EDP3045H, EDP3145H, JOI3043H, JOI3048H, and JOI3049H.

• Comprehensive examination. Successful oral defence of a written paper that critically reviews and synthesizes the literature in the student’s proposed thesis area, selected by the student in consultation with the supervisor/advisor. The comprehensive exam is normally taken at the end of Year 2, and must be taken no later than the end of Year 3. Students will be informed of their status (pass or fail) at the end of the oral exam. Students who are not successful in their first attempt will be permitted one additional attempt to pass.

• Thesis proposal hearing.

• Thesis.

• Students must register continuously and pay the full-time fee until all degree requirements have been fulfilled.

• Students cannot transfer between the full-time and flexible-time PhD options.

• Students cannot transfer between the EdD and PhD programs.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 years full-time
Time Limit: 6 years full-time

 

PhD Program (Flexible-Time)

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate master's degree, from a recognized university in a relevant discipline or professional program, with a minimum standing equivalent to a University of Toronto A–.

• In addition to responses to the Faculty questions in the online admissions application, a supplementary writing sample is required, which will help the admissions committee to assess an applicant's readiness to succeed in rigorous coursework and to conduct systematic research for the PhD. Applicants typically submit a master's-level Major Research Paper or thesis as their writing sample. Applicants who do not have a Major Research Paper or thesis must provide a writing sample that showcases their ability to write clearly and analytically about educational issues. The admissions committee will look for evidence that applicants understand how to, or have the potential to, craft an academic document, display an ability to define a research problem, devise an appropriate focus for an inquiry, assemble and analyze evidence, and develop conclusions in a rigorous manner. Examples include a master's-level course paper, a policy document, and a professional publication.

• Two letters of reference: one academic, the other either academic or professional.

• Applicants must demonstrate that they are active professionals engaged in activities related to their proposed program of study. Capacity to secure blocks of time to enable concentrated study is required.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a minimum of 3.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA3040H People and Power in Organizations.

  • 1.0 FCE in research methods, to be chosen in consultation with the faculty advisor (excluding LHA1003H and LHA1004H, which may not be counted towards this requirement). Students who have already attained an acceptable level of competence in research methodology may be authorized to choose a course in a different area of study.

  • At least 0.5 FCE at the 3000 level or the 6000 Special Topics level from the Educational Leadership and Policy program. Educational Leadership and Policy program course codes typically have a "0" in the second digit, for example "LHA30XX" and "LHA60XX." The following courses also count as Educational Leadership and Policy program courses: EDP3045H, EDP3145H, JOI3043H, JOI3048H, and JOI3049H.

• Comprehensive examination. Successful oral defence of a written paper that critically reviews and synthesizes the literature in the student’s proposed thesis area, selected by the student in consultation with the supervisor/advisor. The comprehensive exam is normally taken at the end of Year 3, and must be taken no later than the end of Year 4. Students will be informed of their status (pass or fail) at the end of the oral exam. Students who are not successful in their first attempt will be permitted one additional attempt to pass.

• Thesis proposal hearing.

• Thesis.

• Students must register continuously until all degree requirements have been fulfilled. They register full-time during the first four years and may continue as part-time thereafter, with their department's approval.

• Students cannot transfer between the full-time and flexible-time PhD options.

• Students cannot transfer between the EdD and PhD programs.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 years full-time (typical registration sequence: Continuous)
Time Limit: 6 years full-time

 

Master of Arts

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a grade equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B or better in the final year.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 4.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA3803H Doctoral Seminar: Recurring Issues in Postsecondary Education, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • 0.5 FCE in research methods approved by the faculty advisor.

  • 3.0 other FCEs, of which 1.5 FCEs must be from the Higher Education program.

• Thesis.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-FWS); 10 sessions part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a grade equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B or better in the final year.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA1803H Recurring Issues in Postsecondary Education

  • LHA1812H Education and the Professions

  • LHA1819H Governance in Higher Education

  • LHA1823H Scholarship of Teaching and Learning

  • LHA1844H The Student Experience in Postsecondary Education

  • LHA1848H Innovative Curricula in Higher Education and Professional Programs

  • 0.5 FCE in research methods (RM). Course will vary according to instructor availability.

  • 1.5 elective FCEs in the general Higher Education program.

Mode of Delivery: Online
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-F); 10 sessions part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a grade equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B or better in the final year.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA1803H Recurring Issues in Postsecondary Education, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • 0.5 FCE in research methods.

  • 4.0 FCEs in electives, of which 1.5 FCEs must be from the Higher Education field.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-F); 10 sessions part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a grade equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B or better in the final year.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA1803H Recurring Issues in Postsecondary Education, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • LHA1809H Administration of Colleges and Universities.

  • LHA1811H Organizational Change in Higher Education.

  • LHA1815H Economics and Finance of Higher Education.

  • LHA1836H Critical Analysis of Research in Higher Education.

  • LHA1847H Human Resource and Diversity Issues in Higher Education.

  • LHA1860H Capstone Project for Higher Education Leadership Cohort Option.

  • 1.5 FCEs in elective courses.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 10 sessions part-time
Time Limit: 6 years part-time

 

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a grade equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B or better in the final year.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a total of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA1803H Recurring Issues in Postsecondary Education, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • LHA1845H Indigenous Student Perspectives in Higher Education.

  • 1.5 FCEs in Student Development and Student Services:

    • LHA1844H The Student Experience in Postsecondary Education.

    • LHA1854H Student Development Theory.

    • LHA1856H Advanced Student Development Theories in Higher Education.

  • 2.5 FCEs including:

    • 0.5 FCE in research methods.

  • Depending on an individual student's professional experience, students may be advised to take LHA1853H Introduction to Student Services.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-F); 10 sessions part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

Doctor of Education

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• Relevant and acceptable MEd or MA. In individual cases, students with a highly relevant master's degree or other equivalent graduate degree may be admitted, but additional courses in Higher Education will be required.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a minimum of 4.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA1803H Recurring Issues in Postsecondary Education.

  • At least 1.0 other FCE in Higher Education.

  • 0.5 FCE in research methods approved by the faculty advisor.

  • 1.0 FCE selected either in Higher Education or in another graduate program at OISE or, with the approval of the faculty advisor, in another graduate department at the University of Toronto.

  • Supervised applied research practicum (0.5 FCE).

  • Collaborative proseminar (0.5 FCE).

• Comprehensive examination. The objective of the doctoral comprehensive examination is to ensure that all students master at least one substantive research area in Higher Education and have the capacity to develop their own written analysis of selected issues within this area. The examination is designed to ensure that students are familiar with the literature and concepts associated with their special area of study within the field of Higher Education.

• Thesis reporting the results of original research on an applied topic in postsecondary education.

• Students may begin their EdD degree on a full-time or a part-time basis but must maintain continuous registration. They must register full-time for a minimum of two consecutive sessions, not including Summer, of on-campus study. Once enrolled full-time, students must maintain continuous registration full-time and pay full-time fees until all degree requirements, including the thesis, are completed.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 years full-time (typical registration sequence: Continuous); 6 years part-time
Time Limit: 6 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

PhD Program (Full-Time Option)

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• Relevant and acceptable MEd or MA. In individual cases, students with a highly relevant master's degree or other equivalent graduate degree may be admitted, but additional courses in Higher Education may be required.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must successfully complete a minimum 3.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA3803H Doctoral Seminar: Recurring Issues in Postsecondary Education, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • LHA3804H Doctoral Research Seminar in Postsecondary Education, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • At least 1.0 other FCE in Higher Education.

  • 0.5 FCE in research methods approved by the faculty advisor.

  • 0.5 FCE selected either in Higher Education or in another graduate program at OISE, or, with the approval of the faculty advisor, in another graduate department at the University of Toronto.

• Comprehensive examination. The objective of the doctoral comprehensive examination is to ensure that all students master at least one substantive research area in Higher Education and have the capacity to develop their own written analysis of selected issues within this area. The examination is designed to ensure that students are familiar with the literature and concepts associated with their special area of study within the field of Higher Education.

• Thesis reporting the results of original research in postsecondary education.

• Students must register continuously and pay the full-time fee until all degree requirements have been fulfilled.

• Students cannot transfer between the full-time and flexible-time PhD options.

• Students cannot transfer between the EdD and PhD programs.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 years full-time (typical registration sequence: Continuous)
Time Limit: 6 years full-time

 

PhD Program (Flexible-Time Option)

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education's additional admission requirements stated below.

• Relevant and acceptable MEd or MA. In individual cases, students with a highly relevant master's degree or other equivalent graduate degree may be admitted, but additional courses in Higher Education may be required.

• Applicants must demonstrate that they are currently employed and are active professionals engaged in activities related to their proposed program of study. Applicants should have capacity to secure blocks of time to enable concentrated study.

Completion Requirements

• Coursework. Students must complete a minimum 3.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • LHA3803H Doctoral Seminar: Recurring Issues in Postsecondary Education, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • LHA3804H Doctoral Research Seminar in Postsecondary Education, to be taken at the beginning of the program.

  • At least 1.0 other FCE in Higher Education.

  • 0.5 FCE in research methods approved by the faculty advisor.

  • 0.5 FCE selected either in Higher Education or in another graduate program at OISE, or, with the approval of the faculty advisor, in another graduate department at the University of Toronto.

• Comprehensive examination. The objective of the doctoral comprehensive examination is to ensure that all students master at least one substantive research area in Higher Education and have the capacity to develop their own written analysis of selected issues within this area. The examination is designed to ensure that students are familiar with the literature and concepts associated with their special area of study within the field of Higher Education.

• Thesis reporting the results of original research in postsecondary education.

• Students must register continuously until all degree requirements have been fulfilled. They must register full-time during the first four years and may continue as part-time thereafter, with their department's approval.

• Students cannot transfer between the full-time and flexible-time PhD options.

• Students cannot transfer between the EdD and PhD programs.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 years full-time
Time Limit: 6 years full-time