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115 PhD programmes in Humanities in Canada

Dalhousie University4,1(59)

Halifax, Canada Top 4.1% in Worldwide

Classics

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Classics programme allows you to concentrate in one of three fields: History, Literature, or Philosophy.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

5 years$3,398/yr

Dalhousie University4,1(59)

Halifax, Canada Top 4.1% in Worldwide

History

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in History programme offers you the opportunity to gain perspective on the present through study of the past. Completing this programme opens doors to a number of career opportunities.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

4 years$3,398/yr

Dalhousie University4,1(59)

Halifax, Canada Top 4.1% in Worldwide

English

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in English programme explores an area of academic research and literary, social, and cultural history. Many graduates hold tenured or tenure-stream university appointments, others have found successful careers in publishing, college teaching, immigration education, digital humanities, information technology, and academic administration.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

5 years$3,398/yr

Dalhousie University4,1(59)

Truro, Canada +2 Top 4.1% in Worldwide

Interdisciplinary Doctor of Philosophy

Dalhousie University's Interdisciplinary Doctor of Philosophy programme is an individualized and self-designed course. Its students work in such emerging fields as environmental studies, health and human performance, marine management, social work, computer studies, indigenous-led resource management, informatics in commerce and business, and international development.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

5 yearsTuition not available

Dalhousie University4,1(59)

Halifax, Canada Top 4.1% in Worldwide

Philosophy

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy programme is part of one of the most active and supportive philosophy departments in Canada and will prepare you for any career, because philosophy is the ultimate transferable skill.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

5 years$3,397/yr

University of Victoria4,2(26)

Victoria, Canada Top 4.3% in Worldwide

History

Facilities are available for graduate work in Canadian, European, British, Middle Eastern, Japanese and Chinese History at the University of Victoria, British Columbia. Courses are divided into geographical and topical.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

4 years$4,002/yr

McGill University4,4(96)

Montréal, Canada Top 0.6% in Worldwide

Religious Studies - Gender and Women's Studies

The program at McGill University may also be taken as a Religious Studies - Gender and Women's Studies option where students focus on gender-related issues and feminist research and methodologies.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$13,291/yr

University of British Columbia4,2(198)

Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Religious Studies

The PhD in Religious Studies at University of British Columbia provides training in early Judaism, Christian origins, and religions of the Late Antique Mediterranean.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

6 years$7,061/yr

University of Victoria4,2(26)

Victoria, Canada Top 4.3% in Worldwide

Theatre Studies

The PhD in Theatre Studies at University of Victoria offers training and mentorship from leading theatre scholars and professionals to support the development of a research project that marks an original contribution to the field of theatre studies.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

5 years$4,002/yr

University of British Columbia4,2(198)

Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Philosophy

The PhD in Philosophy at University of British Columbia provides students with intense philosophical training, and can help them transition to careers in philosophical research and teaching.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

6 years$7,061/yr

University of Victoria4,2(26)

Victoria, Canada Top 4.3% in Worldwide

English

In our PhD English program at University of Victoria, you’ll pursue the most advanced, research-intensive degree our department offers.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

5 years$4,002/yr

McMaster University4,5(69)

Hamilton, Canada Top 1.7% in Worldwide

French

The French doctoral program at McMaster University focuses on the literatures, films and cultures of the Francophone world.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$3,003/yr

York University4,0(174)

Toronto, Canada Top 5.8% in Worldwide

Philosophy

The Graduate Program in Philosophy at York University offers rigorous training for MA students in preparation for admission to PhD programs, and supports PhD students in developing a professional research profile.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 years$8,573/yr

Memorial University of Newfoundland4,1(56)

St. John's, Canada Top 8.2% in Worldwide

Linguistics

The Department of Linguistics at Memorial University of Newfoundland maintains strong links between teaching and research, with emphasis on data-driven, theoretically informed inquiry into aboriginal languages, language variation and change, and language acquisition.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$3,213/yr

Memorial University of Newfoundland4,1(56)

St. John's, Canada Top 8.2% in Worldwide

Philosophy

Memorial University of Newfoundland's Department of Philosophy offers a thriving intellectual community where students are invited to explore the nature and problems of human existence and human thought.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$3,213/yr

University of Manitoba4,1(128)

Winnipeg, Canada Top 5.6% in Worldwide

Religion

Students in the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Religion program at the University of Manitoba will develop a higher degree of specialization and advanced training in research and application. Our program has graduated students in biblical studies, history of Christianity, world religions, women and religion, hermeneutics and other religion and culture fields.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$4,487/yr

University of Toronto4,1(295)

Toronto, Canada Top 0.3% in Worldwide

Classics

The Department of Classics at the University of Toronto provides advanced training leading to the Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Classics in a wide range of areas: Greek and Latin Literature, Ancient (Greek and Roman) Philosophy, and Greek and Roman History.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$4,437/yr

Carleton University4,4(76)

Ottawa, Canada Top 7.5% in Worldwide

Ethics and Public Affairs

Students in the Ethics and Public Affairs (EPAF) PhD program at Carleton University will gain a comprehensive understanding of options for solving particular public issues in many different areas.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$11,093/yr

Carleton University4,4(76)

Ottawa, Canada Top 7.5% in Worldwide

Linguistics (Applied) and Discourse Studies

Our Linguistics (Applied) and Discourse Studies PhD program is housed in the School of Linguistics and Languages Studies (SLaLS) at Carleton University.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$11,093/yr

Concordia University Montréal4,1(92)

Montréal, Canada Top 7.2% in Worldwide

English Literature

The PhD in English Literature at Concordia University Montréal will deepen your mastery of period- and area-specific archives and develop your skills as a literary scholar.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$15,953/yr