41 PhD programmes in Health Sciences in Canada

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Health programme prepares the next generation of leaders in health. Graduates are on the right track to successful careers as researchers, academics and leaders in health as well as science, medicine, academia, research, health promotion, community health, environmental health science, health policy and management.

The Public Health Sciences programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced research expertise in population health, health systems, policy evaluation, and evidence-based public health interventions.

The doctoral program in Health Sciences at Ontario Tech University focuses on providing students with opportunities to develop the knowledge and skills required to conduct high-quality research that culminates into a PhD research thesis.

The Measurement, Evaluation and Research Methodology Program at University of British Columbia is dedicated to advancing the science and practice of measurement, program evaluation, and research methodology in the social and behavioral sciences (e.g., Psychology, Education, Quality of Life Studies, Health Studies). 

The Health Sciences program at University of Northern British Columbia is interdisciplinary in nature directly addressing the needs of health science researchers and professionals in BC and beyond. 

The Health Research Methodology program at McMaster University focuses on developing competency and leadership in research methodology that promotes the integration of health relevant disciplinary perspectives to create rigorous and innovative evaluation strategies and frameworks.

The Vision Science - Aeronautics programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in visual performance, ocular systems, and flight-related human capabilities.

This Health program at York University focuses on the exploration of health policy in relation to equity and international perspectives. 

Health Policy is an interdisciplinary field that investigates how health policy is made, what it is, what it might become, and its impact. The implementation of Health Policy within a society requires an evidence-base, coupled with an explicit strategy and process to achieve specific health care objectives. This degree is offered at McMaster University.

The Kinesiology and Health Science program at York University is primarily research based and offers opportunities for the study of physiology, neuroscience, biomechanics, socio-cultural study of sport, physical activity, health and fitness behaviours.   

The Kinesiology and Health Sciences programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in human movement, health promotion, and disease prevention.

The Medical Sciences Graduate Program at McMaster University provides opportunities for multidisciplinary graduate education in the Health Sciences within several areas relevant to human health.

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Health Sciences at Carleton University provides in-depth, advanced learning and hands-on, interdisciplinary research in health sciences in new, state-of-the-art facilities.

The Community Health Sciences (PhD) program at the University of Manitoba prepares you for a career teaching community health sciences, training other researchers, designing and executing major research projects and serving as a senior advisor or consultant in health care policy and planning.

The graduate program in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at Western University - Canada provides both master's and PhD students with a unique opportunity to explore issues and ideas related to the health of Canadians, and others, in an inter-disciplinary forum. 

The M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs in Health Sciences at University of Saskatchewan are thesis-based graduate programs for graduate students performing intensive research within the College of Medicine. 

The Faculty of Dentistry at University of British Columbia offers advanced study leading to the PhD in Craniofacial Science through one of the following areas of study: Research in Population Health will explore the complex interactions (social, cultural, environmental) that affect the oral health of individuals, communities and populations.

The Health Information Science program at Western University - Canada consists of two required courses, the option to conduct Guided Reading courses or elective courses in the area of study, the passing of a comprehensive exam and completion and defence of a thesis.

The Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation (IHPME) at the University of Toronto is training Canada’s future health leaders and researchers through its outstanding degree programs.

Our PhD Health Sciences program from Simon Fraser University immerses students in advanced research in health sciences, and equips them with the skills, expertise, and critical-thinking to succeed in academia and beyond.