16 PhD programmes offered by the university

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at University of Alberta offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Sciences-Obstetrics and Gynecology either as part of a post-MD training program or as an independent degree program for prospective students proceeding from an undergraduate or a Master of Science degree. 

The Nursing program at University of Alberta creates opportunities to develop advanced knowledge and skills that support inquiry and research to address issues in  health care and nursing practice. 

The Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology at University of Alberta offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy.

The Department of Psychiatry at University of Alberta offers outstanding opportunities for students wishing to pursue graduate studies at both the master’s and doctoral level.

At University of Alberta, we offer our graduate students a phd degree in Physiology. Inquiries about this program should be directed to the Graduate Administrator in the Department of Physiology.

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at University of Alberta offers the MSc and PhD in Medical Sciences (Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences) degrees (see Medical Sciences) either as part of a postgraduate training program for post-MD applicants or as an independent degree program for those proceeding from a BSc. 

The Department of Medicine at the University of Alberta offers the degrees of MSc and PhD. Join us! 

The Department of Oncology at University of Alberta offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy.  

The Department of Agricultural, Food, and Nutritional Science at University of Alberta offers thesis programs leading to Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees, as well as course-based programs leading to Master of Agriculture and Master of Science degrees. 

The Department of Paediatrics at University of Alberta offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Sciences-Paediatrics. 

At the University of Alberta, we offer our gtaduate students a phd program degree in Surgery. Join us! 

The School of Public Health at the University of Alberta also offers several Graduate Embedded Certificates, which students can opt to complete concurrently with a graduate degree.

The Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at University of Alberta offers graduate programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy.

The Department of Biological Sciences at University of Alberta offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy. 

The Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Alberta offers entry to professional practice programs in Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology. 

Facilities exist within the Department of Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging, University of Alberta, for students who wish to obtain either a Master of Science or a PhD degree.