Dr. Christopher Powell

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christopher Powell is an Associate Professor and the Undergraduate Program Director at Toronto Metropolitan University in the Department of Sociology. His academic background includes a BA in Sociology and Political Science from the University of Toronto and both an MA and PhD in Sociology from Carleton University. His research interests encompass complex systems theory, relational sociology, social transformation, sociological theory, and genocide studies. Powell has a notable career in examining the dynamics of social struggles and the ramifications of social systems, focusing on the effects of these systems on both egalitarian and inegalitarian outcomes. He employs theories from classical systems thinkers and relational theorists to investigate social movements, participatory structures, and decision-making processes. His work aims to contribute to understanding and facilitating radical democratic collective actions through theories and analyses that support social movement actors.

Research Interests

Courses

Sociology Everyday Classical Sociological Theory Contemporary Sociological Theory Race Ethnicity Canadian Society Ideas Shape World Modernity

Requirements for Toronto Metropolitan University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.33
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in chemical engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of Chemical Engineering