270 PhD programmes in Natural Sciences & Mathematics in Canada

Engineering Mathematics
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Mathematics programme offers you the opportunity to collaborate with engineers and scientists on complex engineering challenges. With this PhD, you’re well equipped to enter a variety of fields, such as aerospace, biotechnology, telecommunications, finance, environmental science, manufacturing, technology, healthcare, finance, and energy.

Chemistry
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry programme offers you the opportunity to engage in outstanding research in every area of chemistry. Advanced training in chemistry can lead to a supervisory position in a lab or research facility, or employment in many other fields.

Psychology and Neuroscience
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology and Neuroscience programme emphasizes research and independent critical thinking, undertaken with the guidance of thesis supervisors conducting world-class research in the field. Earning a PhD in Psychology and Neuroscience from Dalhousie opens doors to a world of exciting career possibilities.

Statistics
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Statistics programme offers you the opportunity to learn, explore, and create at one of Canada's best universities. Built on a solid 100-year foundation, the department of Mathematics and Statistics goes beyond traditional classroom education.

Physics
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Physics programme offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in world-class pure and applied research in one of the top physics departments in Canada. Completing this programme opens doors to a number of career opportunities.

Medical Neuroscience
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Neuroscience programme offers you the opportunity to conduct innovative research projects. Completing this programme opens doors to a number of career opportunities.

Pharmacology
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacology programme offers you the opportunity to become a competent scientist capable of initiating and maintaining independent research programmes in either academic or industrial settings. Possible careers include: Professor, Government consultant or regulator, Intellectual property manager, Patent agent

Biology
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Biology programme addresses environmental concerns and the sustainable utilization of natural resources, within an exceptionally vibrant research community..

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology programme offers you excellent training opportunities, as well as the chance to conduct important research alongside internationally respected faculty members. By the time you've completed your degree, you'll be ready for a career in an academic, medical, or industrial setting.

Oceanography
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Oceanography programme offers you the opportunity to gain oceanography research experience that has real-world impact and explore Canada's premier location for oceanographic research and education. Opportunities include careers in industry, government agencies, and private institutions.

Mathematics
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics programme will advance your knowledge of mathematics and prepare for a career that contributes to solving problems. You’ll be prepared for careers in mathematics and statistics that contribute to solving today’s problems. Here, your opportunities are almost limitless — you'll learn, explore and create at one of Canada's best universities.

Physiology and Biophysics
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Physiology and Biophysics programme offers you the opportunity to expand your options. Gain the skills you need to become a strong independent researcher or university professor.

Medical Physics
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Physics programme offers you the chance to gain the skills, knowledge, and research background to become an innovator in medical physics. Completing this programme opens doors to a number of career opportunities.

Microbiology and Immunology
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology and Immunology programme offers you the opportunity to build the skills you need to excel in biomedical research. You will carry out independent research leading to a significant advance of knowledge in your area of study, usually leading to 2-3 lead-author publications in highly respected journals.
Theoretical Physics
Theoretical Physics at Memorial University of Newfoundland is broadly based and includes several subdisciplines with the common denominator that each applies advanced mathematical techniques to the study of physical problems.
Biology (Saint John)
Biology (Saint John) at the University of New Brunswick offers opportunities for terrestrial, freshwater, estuarine, and marine research, with diverse and dynamic field sites in our back yard. The faculty is also diverse, from chemists through ecologists, with expertise in these ecosystems.
Mathematics and Statistics
Although the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Memorial University of Newfoundland has offered graduate degrees for many years, the past decade has seen an explosion of interest in these programs, adding invaluable new voices to the Department's community of researchers.
Human Genetics and Genomics
Human Genetics and Genomics research at the Memorial University of Newfoundland is interdisciplinary with unique opportunities to apply skills to work with regional genetic isolates, as well as other populations, to explore the genetic and non-genetic determinants of health and diseases of global significance.
Applied Bioscience
The primary objective of the PhD in Applied Bioscience program at Ontario Tech University is to train students to become high-quality researchers at the interface between chemistry and biology.
Molecular Science
Spanning the boundaries of modern chemistry and biology, this unique, research-intensive Molecular Science programme delivered at the Toronto Metropolitan University provides innovative professional training for tomorrow’s scientific leaders.