Dr. Dale Spencer

Professor

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Biography

Dale Spencer is a Professor in the Department of Law and Legal Studies at Carleton University. He holds a B.A., M.A. from the University of Windsor, and a Ph.D. from Carleton University. His research interests encompass Realism(s) in social sciences, critical approaches to law and justice, and the intersection of homelessness, domicile, and legal frameworks. He has a robust publication record visible through his numerous books and peer-reviewed articles. Spencer's recent projects include examining police responses to youth in the digital age and analyzing Indigenous adoption issues in Canada. He has since 2014 supervised multiple Master's and PhD students across various research themes including the socio-legal studies of crime and youth, emphasizing critical analyses of justice systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-09-01 — Present

Carleton University • Ottawa, ON

Teaching and researching in the areas of law, legal studies, and social science methods.

Awards

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Outstanding Faculty Graduate Mentor Award

2020-03-01
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Research Excellence Award

2019-04-01
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Ontario Early Researcher Award

2017-06-01

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.