Dr. Miray Philips

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Miray Philips is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Toronto. Her academic work focuses on the intersections of religion, culture, and politics. She has a particular interest in the study of global Christianities, examining the ways in which faith interacts with social dynamics across different cultural landscapes. Philips explores themes such as the role of religion in contexts of violence, human rights, and globalization, specifically within the Middle East and North Africa. Her research contributes to conversations about diaspora and transnationalism, aiming to highlight the complexities of religious identities in contemporary society. Through her courses and publications, she engages critically with the implications of sociological theories on religious practices, providing a nuanced understanding of faith in the modern world.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology