Dr. Monica Alexander

Associate Professor

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Biography

Monica Alexander is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Toronto, specializing in the areas of demography, global migration, health, and mental health. Her research focuses on computational quantitative methods and aims to address mortality disparities and the health aspects of migration. With a robust academic background and numerous publications in her field, she is committed to advancing knowledge and understanding of how these social factors intersect and impact individuals and communities. As an educator, she supervises graduate students and engages in cross-appointments with the Statistical Sciences, further broadening her impact in interdisciplinary studies. Her contributions to the academic community encompass various research methods and a strong emphasis on quantitative analysis in social science. Through her work, she aims to provide insights into pressing societal issues, thereby fostering a greater understanding of health and demographic trends in an increasingly interconnected 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