1.3k PhD programmes in selected countries

The Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science is a top tier academic unit among statistical and actuarial science globally. We offer a phd degree in Statistics - Biostatistics at the University of Waterloo.

In our PhD Mechanical Engineering program at University of Victoria, you’ll advance the field of mechanical engineering. Your independent, original research will combine with coursework to enrich your studies, and your dissertation will showcase your work.

The Combinatorics and Optimization - Quantum Information programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in mathematical problem-solving, optimization techniques, and quantum information science.

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.

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

Social gerontology is an interdisciplinary study of social, cultural, and political aspects of aging. The Social Gerontology program at McMaster University allows students to take a critical social science perspective and an interdisciplinary approach to the study of aging.

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

The PhD Finance Program in Business Administration at University of British Columbia welcomes applications from individuals planning research-oriented academic careers.

The PhD degree in Kinesiology at University of British Columbia is a research oriented thesis-based degree. The areas of research include the broad domain of physiological, biomechanical, behavioural and psychosocial factors influencing human movement and the analysis of social and cultural transformations in the role and functions of physical activity.

Precision health (e.g. genome sequencing, sequencing of a person’s entire genetic code) is transforming clinical care. We offer a Genetic and Genomic Counselling degree at the University of British Columbia.

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

Earth and Environmental Sciences focuses on environment, water, climate, geochemistry and geology. This degree is offered at McMaster University.

The PhD in Rehabilitation Science at McMaster University provides training to develop rehabilitation scientists who will advance rehabilitation research and transfer new knowledge into practice and policy.

This combined Prosthodontics program option at University of British Columbia is a clinical specialty program that is offered in conjunction with a PhD in Craniofacial Science to applicants holding a DMD degree or its equivalent. 

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering was established in 1999 at University of British Columbia, and reflects the growing need for engineers in the fields of biotechnology, biomedical and bio-resource engineering. 

A collaboration between the Faculty of Land and Food Systems and Faculty of Forestry, the inter-faculty Soil Science Graduate Program at University of British Columbia offers opportunities for advanced study and research leading to MSc and PhD degrees.

The Oceanography Program at University of British Columbia builds on a proven record of accomplishments of the core faculty of the Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences Department that supervised several hundred graduate students. 

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 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.  

Biology is one of the most significant and exciting fields of science in the world today. Biologists study a broad range of topics in living systems that are highly relevant to our communities. This degree is offered at McMaster University.