Offered by Dalhousie University in Halifax, Canada, Mechanical Engineering (PhD) is a doctorate in Mechanical Engineering programme. The programme runs for 5 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,338 per year (CAD 7,338 per year for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Doctorate
Field:Mechanical Engineering
Duration: 5 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 7,338 / year
International tuition: CAD 7,338 / year
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering at Dalhousie University is a research-based doctoral program in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Students combine advanced coursework with original research in state-of-the-art laboratories, working under faculty supervision on projects spanning the discipline's major research areas. The program is delivered on campus and is typically completed in about four to five years of full-time study, culminating in a thesis defended before a supervisory committee. Admission requires a thesis-based research master's degree from a recognized university and a minimum entrance grade point average of 3.0 on Dalhousie's 4.3-point scale, equivalent to a B standing. Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through prior instruction in English, a TOEFL score, or an IELTS overall band of 7.0. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission, and applicants are expected to secure a faculty supervisor before a formal application will be considered. Graduates are prepared for advanced research, design, and leadership roles in mechanical engineering fields and academia.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:3.00 / 4.3
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a thesis-based research master's degree from a recognized college or university and meet a minimum entrance GPA of 3.0 on Dalhousie's 4.3 scale (equivalent to a B). Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through prior instruction in English, a TOEFL score, or an IELTS overall band of 7.0. Meeting these minimums does not guarantee admission, and applicants must secure a faculty supervisor before a formal application is considered.
