1.2k PhD programmes in Canada

In this PhD Linguistics program at University of Victoria, you’ll study linguistics, building a broad and deep understanding of language.

The PhD in Political Science program at University of Victoria is a research-intensive program dedicated to completing a dissertation. 

The MA and PhD programs in Theatre and Performance Studies at York University  emphasize our collective interest in theatre, performance, and cultural politics.

Our Civil Engineering programs at Carleton University are offered through the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Civil Engineering which gives students access to professors, courses and facilities at Carleton and the University of Ottawa. Learn more about Ottawa-Carleton Joint Institutes.

The School of Mathematics and Statistics offers a PhD program at Carleton University that focuses on diverse areas including statistics, probability, discrete mathematics, applied mathematics, algebra and analysis, cryptography research for government, networks, coding theory and fluid dynamics.

Let your scientific interests lead, as you investigate environmental issues of significance to society – and the world. We offer a Environmental and Life Sciences degree at Trent University. 

Our graduate program in Biochemistry at Memorial University of Newfoundland provides an advanced education with the goal of preparing students for a career in research or other STEM disciplines.

Build on gained knowledge, writing and research skills to conduct advanced research in one of several core research streams. We offer a Psychology degree at the Trent University. 

Chemistry at Brock University offers graduate students the opportunity to work with large instrumentations, including NMR spectroscopy, mass spectroscopy, ETR spectroscopy, gas chromatography and the HPCl.

This Maritime Studies program at Memorial University of Newfoundland is aimed at those who want to participate in extensive and original research that generates new knowledge in the areas of human factors, safety, training, and survival in maritime environments and public safety spaces.

The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at the Memorial University of Newfoundland offers thesis-based graduate programs leading to a doctor of philosophy (PhD) degree in Electrical Engineering.

The PhD in Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics (FARE) at University of Guelph is offered through the Department of FARE with two key areas of study: 1) Food and agricultural economics, and 2) Natural resource and environmental economics. 

The Educational Psychology programme offered by Simon Fraser University develops advanced expertise in lifespan learning, human development, and inclusive educational practice.

The Department of Linguistics at Simon Fraser University offers graduate work leading to MA and PhD degrees.

The PhD doctorate of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering delivered by the Toronto Metropolitan University allows for interdisciplinary research projects that benefit society at large and positions students to pursue their interests.

The Graduate Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences at the University of Toronto offers opportunities for graduate studies in environmental science, leading to the degrees of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Environmental Science.

This Health Quality PhD course from Queen's University will prepare experts who will improve the delivery of healthcare through teaching, developing new methodologies and theoretical frameworks, as well as testing innovation in the field of health quality.

The Language and Literacies Education program at the University of Toronto is offered by the Department of Curriculum, Teaching and Learning at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), leading to the Doctor of Philosophy degree.

The PhD in Environmental Sciences at University of Guelph are offered through our School of Environmental Sciences (SES) in three areas of focus: Earth and Atmospheric Science, Ecosystem Science and Biodiversity, and Plant and Environmental Health. 

The Ph.D. in Visual Arts at Western University - Canada provides advanced training in art history, visual culture, and creative practices in contemporary art and new media.