1.2k PhD programmes in Canada

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 Environmental Studies PhD is a research program at University of Victoria focused on the creation of a dissertation. This original work will show your research and fundamental mastery of environmental studies.

The Department of English at the University of Ottawa offers the degrees of Doctor of Philosophy in English. The program equips students to pursue advanced studies in British, Canadian, or American literature informed by a broad knowledge of literary history and by recent developments in literary criticism and cultural theory. 

The PhD in Visual Arts at York University is a four year full-time program of study in which individually defined conceptual foci are materialized and disseminated through an integration of art works, research and writing. 

McMaster University’s Electrical and Computer Engineering department is ranked as one of the best departments of electrical and computer engineering both nationally and internationally.

The Planning programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in community development, land-use strategy, and spatial policy research.

The D.M.A. Orchestral Instrument program at University of British Columbia is designed for performers who have already reached a high level of proficiency and artistry in their fields and who may wish to teach at the university level. 

Whichever Physics concentration from University of Victoria you choose, you’ll work within a community whose research covers a diverse spectrum of areas. 

The School of Population and Public Health at University of British Columbia offers a research-oriented PhD program that enables students with a masters degree to advance their knowledge and skills in epidemiological and biostatistical methods.

Research the dynamic global impact theatre can have on a wide variety of areas. Study the history of applied theatre or examine the interactions between theatre and refugees. We offer a Applied Theatre degree at the University of Victoria. 

The Applied Mathematics - Aeronautics programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in mathematical modelling, quantitative innovation, and aviation-related problem solving.

The Biology programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in living systems, biological discovery, and life science research.

Our PhD in Biochemistry at University of Victoria is an intensive research-based program. The cutting-edge training and scientific mentorship obtained under the supervision of our expert faculty will prepare you for leadership roles in research-oriented careers.

Research in our Economics department at University of Victoria addresses vital issues like poverty, climate change and fluctuating housing markets. 

Plant Science graduate program at University of British Columbia offers advanced study in applied plant biology, with a commitment to development of sustainable managed agroecosystems. 

The Biology program at York University emphasizes current research in diverse fields of biology. You will be guided by a group of dynamic and interactive professors, including many award winners (e.g. Steacie Fellows, Young Investigator award, York Research Chairs, Canada Research Chairs).

This Biomedical and Molecular Sciences, PhD from Queen's University students choose one of the following Fields of Specialization, which represent the current research strengths of the Department

The Philosophy faculty at the University of Ottawa has diverse interests, and a wide range of expertise in contemporary philosophy as well as the history of philosophy. Both the analytic and continental traditions are well-represented.

The PhD in Psychology at the University of Manitoba offers a higher degree of specialization and more intensive training in research and application.

Graduates of the Nuclear Engineering program at Ontario Tech University will be able to work in research labs in both industry and government or as academics in universities.