Dr. William Michelson

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Biography

William Michelson is the S.D. Clark Professor at the University of Toronto's Department of Sociology. He specializes in the study of communities and urbanization, focusing on social sustainability. His research investigates the intersections of community dynamics and urban environments, contributing to the understanding of how social sustainability can be achieved in rapidly changing cities. Through interdisciplinary approaches, Michelson explores the implications of urban policy and development on social networks and community resilience. His work emphasizes the importance of integrating sociological perspectives into urban studies, making significant contributions to both academic scholarship and practical applications in community planning and 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