Dr. Sophie Mathieu

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Biography

Sophie Mathieu is a Professor in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of Sherbrooke, specializing in sociology and applied political science. She holds a PhD in Sociology from Carleton University and has completed postdoctoral studies in Sociology at Brock University and in Management at TÉLUQ University. Her research interests focus on parental leave policies, work-family reconciliation, gender inequalities, and social policies affecting family structures in Canada. She has received multiple grants from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) for her work on diverse Canadian families and family policies. In her academic career, she has taught courses in applied political science and has presented her findings at numerous conferences both nationally and internationally, contributing significantly to the discourse on gender and family policies in Canada. Sophie is actively involved in research-related discussions and policy-making communities, helping to shape the future of family policy in Quebec.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2025-01-01 — Present

University of Sherbrooke • Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in sociology and applied political science.

Requirements for University of Sherbrooke

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related scientific field.
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee (approx. CAD 101 for graduates)
  • Official university transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation / Statement of Interest
  • Letters of recommendation (typically 2-3)
  • Birth certificate copy
Specialization Notes

The University of Sherbrooke is primarily a French-language institution; functional French (B2/C1 level) is typically required for most programs unless specified for research-based paths.