Dr. Patricia Mccarney

Associate Professor

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Biography

Patricia L. McCarney is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Toronto. With a focus on international development, local governance, and global cities, she has contributed significantly to the field through her research and publications. Her work explores the complexities of governance within urban environments, investigating the roles that local authorities play in development processes. McCarney's publications include important contributions to understanding metropolitan governance and the challenges presented by climate change in urban settings. Her academic background includes a Master of Environmental Studies from the University of Toronto, a Master of Community Planning from the University of Manitoba, and a PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Through her teaching and research, she aims to influence policy and practice in local governance and international development.

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