1.2k PhD programmes in Canada

As a PhD student in Chemical Engineering at Queen's University, you can play a vital role in future developments in such areas as biological conversion, pollution prevention and treatment, tissue engineering, process control and optimization, (bio)chemical sensing, nanocomposites, and many other areas.

The Institute for the History and Philosophy of Science and Technology (IHPST) at the University of Toronto offers a Doctor of Philosophy degree. IHPST conducts research, offers advanced studies programs, and serves as a focus for University-wide interest in its field.

The Doctor of Philosophy degree is the highest degree offered by the department of Biosystems Engineering at the University of Manitoba. Students will work with a faculty advisor, however, they must demonstrate an ability to formulate and complete an original research project and doctoral thesis.

Our advanced training in Civil Engineering at the University of Manitoba empowers graduates to contribute to the economic and social betterment of our society through sustainable design. Whether it’s the roads we drive on, the safe water we drink, the buildings we live and work in, or the rivers and lakes we enjoy, civil engineers impact many areas of our lives.

The Collaborative Specialization in Neuroscience at the University of Guelph offers the opportunity for Master’s and PhD students to combine their departmental degree program with multidisciplinary exposure to the field of neuroscience. 

Earth Sciences at Simon Fraser University comprise a variety of disciplines in which pure and applied research is carried out to investigate the processes responsible for the formation and evolution of our planet. 

Our Anthropology programs at Carleton University promote the exploration of cultural practices and social conditions in diverse contexts throughout the world. 

Child and Youth Studies at Brock University offers a unique transdisciplinary approach to the study of children and youth where students are encouraged to think and study across traditional disciplinary boundaries.

The Department of Physics and Physical Oceanography at Memorial University of Newfoundland has a well-established graduate studies program backed by a strong tradition of research.

The Mathematics and Statistics department at the University of New Brunswick offers top percentile research programs, plus the chance to study advanced topics with internationally-recognized faculty.

The PhD Program in Business Administration at Western University - Canada is a full-time research-based program designed to develop scholars and to place its graduates at high quality research universities around the world.

The Cultural Mediations PhD program at Carleton University finds its home in the Institute for Comparative Studies in Literature, Art and Culture, known as ICSLAC. 

The School of Pharmacy at the Memorial University of Newfoundland provides cutting-edge research in an up-close and personal environment.

The PhD in Social Work program at the Memorial University of Newfoundland provides regionally relevant and accessible, advanced, and specialized education in social work.

Simon Fraser University offers an excellent environment for research and graduate Sociology studies.

The graduate program in Immunology and Infectious Diseases (I&ID) at the Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University of Newfoundland, provides graduate training towards the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree.

The purpose of the Epidemiology program at the University of Ottawa is to provide a scholarly environment for the health sciences community that will stimulate and enhance learning and expand knowledge by conducting research.

The Biochemistry program at the University of Ottawa prepares candidates for a variety of careers in teaching and research both within and outside of academia.

The Digital Transformation and Innovation program is a multi-faculty collaboration between the Telfer School of Management, the Faculty of Arts, and the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Ottawa to train highly qualified professionals to create, manage and research the profound change to our world that is happening as a result of electronic digital technology.

As a self-motivated and talented sociology PhD scholar, you'll find a rewarding array of intellectual and professional challenges through course work, seminars, qualifying examinations, teaching and research assistantships, conference presentations and dissertation writing. We offer a Sociology degree at the University of Guelph.