1.2k PhD programmes in Canada

The Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in mechanical systems, automation technologies, and engineering innovation.

Join a community focused on scientific discovery with our thesis-based Master of Science and Doctoral programs in Chemistry and Biochemistry offered at University of Regina. 

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine from University of British Columbia offers a remarkable opportunity to study with numerous world renowned faculty and research programs. We are recognized as national and international leaders in both basic and clinical research. 

SCARP is interested in attracting students to its PhD Planning program at University of British Columbia who are interested in topics broadly related to the transition to sustainability through the democratization of planning approaches. 

The Applied Mathematics - Water programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in mathematical modelling, quantitative analysis, and water-related problem solving.

The Chemical Engineering - Nanotechnology programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced research expertise in chemical processes, nanomaterials, and emerging technologies for energy, biotechnology, and environmental applications.

The doctoral (PhD) program in Integrated Studies In Land and Food Systems from University of British Columbia creates opportunities for students to develop and strengthen research capabilities and advanced knowledge. 

The Botany Department is one of the largest and strongest plant-focused departments in North America with roots extending back to the founding of University of British Columbia in 1915. 

The Recreation and Leisure Studies programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in recreation systems, community engagement, and quality-of-life research.

In our Law and Society PhD program at University of Victoria, you’ll study applied legal methodology and conduct original research.

Mathematicians use theoretical and computational methods to solve a wide range of problems from the most abstract to the very applied. University of British Columbia's Mathematics graduate students work in many branches of pure and applied mathematics.

The PhD in Clinical Psychology at University of Victoria will prepare you for clinical practice or academic and research careers. 

This Economics program at York University focuses on applied economic theory. We offer a one-year, course-work master’s degree program as well as a PhD program.

The Gender, Feminist and Women's Studies program from York University focus is on feminist perspectives on women and gender as they intersect with sexualities, race, ethnicity, class, ability and age. It encourages research projects that encompass more than one area.

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at University of British Columbia is a broad-based department with a wide range of research interests covering many key topics in contemporary physics, astronomy, and applied physics.  

The Psychology programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in human behaviour, mental processes, and psychological research.

The Electrical and Computer Engineering programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced research expertise in intelligent technologies, electronic systems, computing, communications, and next-generation engineering innovation.

Biomedical Engineers apply their knowledge in engineering, biology, and medicine to healthcare and medical device industries. Biomedical Engineering at University of British Columbia is a distinct field that encompasses engineering disciplines, biology, life sciences, medicine, clinical applications, and the improvement of human health.

Your Mathematics PhD at University of Victoria will represent a significant achievement in mathematics. You’ll receive mentorship from our faculty as you undertake coursework and prepare for candidacy exams.

The Humanities Program at York University focuses on different ways in which human cultures and their multiple forms of expression have developed and continue to develop.