1.2k PhD programmes in Canada

The PhD in Educational Psychology - Learning Sciences specialization at McGill University emphasizes the development of research skills and supports both basic and applied research pertaining to all domains of educational psychology.

The Ph.D. in Educational Studies - Mathematics Science at McGill University provides an integrative perspective on education by drawing on a range of related disciplines and research orientations.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology - Environment offered by the Department of Biology in the Faculty of Science at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes stimulating and well-structured learning opportunities.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Information Studies offered by the School of Information Studies in the Faculty of Arts at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes complex and stimulating learning opportunities. 

The Ph.D. degree provides advanced, interdisciplinary research training in the field of Communication Sciences and Disorders at McGill University and a unique opportunity for integrated learning in our field.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Parasitology offered by the Institute of Parasitology in the Faculty of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes fast-paced and hands-on learning opportunities. 

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Psychology offered by the Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Science at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes challenging and future-oriented learning opportunities. 

The PhD in Art Education at Concordia University Montréal, the only one of its kind in Canada, is designed to offer students advanced study and research training in the teaching of visual arts. 

Research and postgraduate teaching in toxicology is coordinated and led by the Toxicology Centre at University of Saskatchewan.

This Political Science program at Simon Fraser University consists of course work beyond the MA requirements, proficiency in a second language, two comprehensive exams, a thesis proposal, and a thesis.

Throughout the Civil Engineering PhD course from the Queen's University as a student you can play a vital role in future developments in such areas as design of foundations, water quality, sediment transportation, pipeline flow, construction and rehabilitation of structures, and many other areas. 

This Computing PhD program from Queen's University is entirely research-based, is typically completed within four years and is fully funded.

The Graduate Program in Hispanic Studies at University of British Columbia offers a dynamic curriculum focusing on a contextualized knowledge of the languages, literatures, and cultures of Latin America, Spain, and other Spanish-speaking communities within the US and Canada.

The Law degree at University of Montreal is essentially an in-depth fundamental research program. The educational activities are aimed at developing students’ thesis projects, and, within the Faculty, students benefit from the skills of specialists from all major areas of law.   

The Library, Archival and Information Studies Ph.D. program at University of British Columbia is a four-year funded program that combines coursework with independent study and research. Students have access to faculty members and advisors and benefit from unique opportunities at a research-intensive university.

The doctor of philosophy (PhD) in Mathematics is a program at Simon Fraser University intended for those who wish to develop advanced independent research skills and hone their ability to explore mathematical questions. 

The Curriculum and Pedagogy (C&P) program at the University of Toronto is a forum for systematic reflection on curriculum and pedagogy, viewed in the broadest sense as educational experiences and the learning and teaching experiences that occur in both formal and informal settings.

This Physics, Engineering Physics and Astronomy PhD program from Queen's University provides you with training in theory, computation, statistical modelling, and experimental methods as you pursue problems in fundamental and applied research. 

The College of Nursing’s doctoral program at the University of Manitoba promotes the development of outstanding scholars with emerging programs of research focused on health issues among diverse populations.

Our innovative PhD History program at Carleton University combines traditional academic strengths in historical theory, historiography and primary research.