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106 PhD programmes offered by the university
Art History
Students in the PhD in Art History program at the University of British Columbia are encouraged to situate art in its historical context, to analyze its impact on the world around us, and to develop theoretical frameworks that contribute to critical thinking and engage with debates in the field.
Audiology and Speech Sciences
The School of Audiology and Speech Sciences at the University of British Columbia has endeavoured to advance knowledge of human communication, its disorders, and related areas by actively engaging in research, and by educating individuals to become audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and researchers.
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.
Soil Science
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.
Composition
The D.M.A. Composition program at University of British Columbia is designed for composers who have already reached a high level of proficiency and artistry in their fields and who may wish to teach at the university level.
Measurement, Evaluation and Research Methodology
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).
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.
Chemical and Biological Engineering
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.
Transportation and Logistics
The doctoral program in Transportation and Logistics (TLOG) at University of British Columbia focuses on transportation economics and policy analysis.
Finance
The PhD Finance Program in Business Administration at University of British Columbia welcomes applications from individuals planning research-oriented academic careers.
Oceanography
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.
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Graduate Program at University of British Columbia provides advanced, research-based education that will prepare students for a career in academic, industrial, or professional positions in British Columbia and beyond.
Genetic and Genomic Counselling
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.
Prosthodontics
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.
Women and Children's Health Sciences
The goal of the graduate program in Women and Children's Health Sciences at University of British Columbia is to provide students with a broad knowledge of research in women+ and children’s health sciences including biomedical, clinical, health services, and populations.
Kinesiology
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.
Educational Leadership and Policy
The Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy at University of British Columbia provides advanced preparation for education practitioners with leadership and policy responsibilities in both formal and nonformal settings.
Atmospheric Science
The Atmospheric Science (ATSC) program at the University of British Columbia is interdisciplinary, with professors in the departments of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science; Geography; Chemistry; Mathematics; Soil Science; and Mechanical Engineering.
Mechanical Engineering
The thesis-based Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering from University of British Columbia is an advanced research-based degree.
Craniofacial Science
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.