48 months
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6068 CAD/year
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About

The Doctor of Philosophy degree is the highest degree offered by the department of Biosystems Engineering at the University of Manitoba. Students will work with a faculty advisor, however, they must demonstrate an ability to formulate and complete an original research project and doctoral thesis.

Overview

In-demand and active research

The department of Biosystems Engineering at the University of Manitoba has a full complement of professors who have active research programs in various areas within biosystems engineering.

Our department has a strong international profile for our contributions to post-harvest handling and storage of grains and oilseeds, microbial generation of biofuels and bioproducts, machinery systems, soil and water engineering. Also, biomaterials for medical applications, sustainable waste management, food and fibre processing and engineering education.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:
  • Environment
  • Food Engineering
  • Instrumentation
  • Post-Harvest Preservation of Grains
  • ​​​​​​​Power and Machinery
  • Soil and Water
  • Structures

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Credits

12 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
3

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  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • To qualify for the PhD in Biosystems Engineering program, you must normally have a minimum of an MSc in Biosystems Engineering. In exceptional cases, this requirement may be waived by the department for applicants with a graduate degree in a related area.

Applications are submitted online and must include the following before they will be reviewed by the admissions committee:

  • $100 application fee (non-refundable)
  • Uploaded copies of transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Proof of English language proficiency, if required

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    6068 CAD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 3034 CAD per semester during 48 months.
  • National

    6068 CAD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 3034 CAD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Winnipeg

1056 - 1650 CAD /month
Living costs

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Biosystems Engineering.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
DFL Scholarship Program
Need-based

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Daughters for Life Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
15000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
50000 CAD
Deadline
Not specified
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Canadian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12700 USD
Deadline
19 Mar 2025
Study in Canada Scholarships
Merit-based

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Canadian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 CAD
Deadline
31 May 2025
Digital Excellence Academic Scholarship
Merit-based

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iGotcha Media
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Mar 2025
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based

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Aga Khan Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
04 Mar 2025
Global Korea Scholarship for Graduate Degrees
Merit-based

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Canadian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based

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Canadian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
11100 USD
Deadline
19 Mar 2025
Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program
Merit-based

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Canadian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Canadian Francophonie Scholarship Program (CFSP)
Merit-based Need-based

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Government Of Canada
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 CAD
Deadline
Anytime
Niara Scholarships
Merit-based

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Niara
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Admit Lab
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
09 Jul 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2025
PlagiarismSearch 2025 Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available

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