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PhD in Health Sciences

Carleton University

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #801-850

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At Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada, PhD in Health Sciences is offered as a doctorate in Health Sciences programme. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 15,936 per year.

Also offered as: Master's Degree

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Health Sciences
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
International tuition: CAD 15,936 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: graduate.carleton.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The PhD in Health Sciences at Carleton University is an interdisciplinary research degree delivered in person. Students complete an extensive health research thesis together with core courses covering interdisciplinary health topics, health science communication, grant writing, and research ethics. The program admits students in the Fall and Summer terms and has a nominal length of four years of full-time study. Applicants must hold a master's degree and meet Carleton's general doctoral admission standards, which require a minimum grade of B+ across coursework and the thesis, with no grade below B-. International applicants must also meet Carleton's English language proficiency requirements. The degree prepares graduates for research and leadership roles in health science fields, drawing on the university's interdisciplinary health research facilities.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a master's degree, maintain a minimum grade of B+ across coursework and the thesis, with no grade below B-, and international applicants must meet Carleton's English language proficiency requirements.

Application Details

Start Date: September and Summer

About Carleton University

“Ours the Task Eternal”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Suburban
Founded: 1942
Students: 30,675
QS rank: #801-850
Programs: 243
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PhD in Health Sciences award?

Carleton University awards a Doctorate in the field of Health Sciences on completion of this programme.

How long does PhD in Health Sciences take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does PhD in Health Sciences cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 15,936 per year.

Can PhD in Health Sciences be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Carleton University.

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