Dr. Jorge Sousa

Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Jorge Sousa. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Jorge Sousa is a Professor in the Department of Educational Policy Studies at the University of Alberta specializing in Adult and Community Higher Education. With extensive experience in community development and adult education, Dr. Sousa focuses on the intersection of these fields and their impact on social policy in Canada. His academic journey includes a Doctorate in Philosophy from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto, and a Master of Arts from the same institution. Prior to his current role, he served as Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in the same department. He has actively engaged with various community-based organizations, conducting research to enhance community capacity and development. Dr. Sousa has been involved in significant research projects funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council, primarily investigating social economy governance, public policy related to community development, and participatory decision-making in community organizations. Beyond academia, he has served in key leadership roles within the University of Alberta, contributing to the Faculty of Education's strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across educational sectors.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaching and conducting research in Adult and Community Higher Education.

Associate Professor

2014-01-01 — 2019-01-01

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Research interests in social economy and community development.

Adjunct Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

Cape Breton University • Sydney, NS

Teaching and mentoring in the Master of Business Administration program.

Awards

#

Scholarship Research Awards Committee

2021-07-01

Courses

Assessing Needs and Program Planning in Adult and Community Education Introduction to Evaluating Educational Research Contemporary Issues in Education: Perspectives on Policy and Practice Foundations of Adult Education Education and Community

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management