Doctorate programs in Canada

Canada lists doctorate programs from institutions across the country. Review each programme's duration, fees and admission criteria, and filter by what matters most to your plans.

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What degree levels can I study in Canada?

Programs in Canada are offered at these levels: Foundation, Micro-credential, Certificate, Diploma, Trades - Apprenticeship, Associate's Degree, Higher Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Honours Degree, Master's Degree, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Master of Business Administration, Doctorate, Professional Doctorate. Pick a level from the browse links or the sidebar to see only those programs.

Which fields of study can I browse in Canada?

Fields such as Business & Management, Law, Social Sciences & Education each have their own browsable page for Canada. Every curated field lists all matching programs with duration, tuition and intake details.

How much does it cost to study in Canada?

Tuition varies widely by institution and degree level. Listings show local and international tuition where published — use the International Tuition filter to keep programs within your budget, and confirm current fees on each program's official page.

How do I choose the right program?

Start from the degree level you are aiming for, then narrow by field of study, language of instruction and duration. Open the details of your shortlisted programs to compare tuition, entry requirements and intake dates side by side.

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552 programs found

PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering

University of Alberta World rank #110

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Civil Engineering & Construction

Delivery: On Campus

International tuition: CAD 10,519 / year

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PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering

University of Alberta World rank #110

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Electrical Engineering

International tuition: CAD 10,519 / year

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PhD in Mechanical Engineering

University of Alberta World rank #110

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Mechanical Engineering

Duration: 4.5 years

Delivery: On Campus

International tuition: CAD 10,519 / year

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PhD in Chemical and Materials Engineering

University of Alberta World rank #110

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Chemical Engineering

Delivery: On Campus

International tuition: CAD 10,519 / year

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PhD in Bioscience and Policy

The University of Winnipeg World rank #3,234

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Biological Sciences

Duration: 4 years

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PhD in Nursing

University of Saskatchewan World rank #534

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Nursing

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: Hybrid

Local tuition: CAD 5,637 / year

International tuition: CAD 5,637 / year

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PhD in Pharmacy

University of Saskatchewan World rank #534

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Pharmacy

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: CAD 5,637 / year

International tuition: CAD 5,637 / year

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PhD in Nutrition

University of Saskatchewan World rank #534

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Nutrition & Dietetics

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: CAD 5,637 / year

International tuition: CAD 5,637 / year

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PhD in Kinesiology

University of Saskatchewan World rank #534

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Sport and Exercise Science

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: CAD 5,637 / year

International tuition: CAD 5,637 / year

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PhD in Veterinary Biomedical Sciences

University of Saskatchewan World rank #534

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Veterinary Medicine

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: CAD 5,637 / year

International tuition: CAD 5,637 / year

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PhD in Public Health

University of Saskatchewan World rank #534

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Public Health

Duration: 4 years

Local tuition: CAD 5,637 / year

International tuition: CAD 5,637 / year

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PhD in Forestry and Environmental Management

University of New Brunswick World rank #1,029

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Forestry & Natural Resources

Duration: 3 years

Local tuition: CAD 3,056 / semester

International tuition: CAD 5,483 / semester

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PhD in Computer Science

University of New Brunswick World rank #1,029

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Computer Science & IT

Duration: 3 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: CAD 3,094 / semester

International tuition: CAD 5,541 / semester

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Doctor of Philosophy in Biology

University of New Brunswick World rank #1,029

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Biological Sciences

Duration: 4 years

Local tuition: CAD 2,912 / semester

International tuition: CAD 5,366 / semester

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Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering

University of New Brunswick World rank #1,029

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Bio & Biomedical Engineering

Duration: 3 years

Local tuition: CAD 3,094 / semester

International tuition: CAD 5,541 / semester

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Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering

University of New Brunswick World rank #1,029

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Chemical Engineering

Duration: 4 years

Local tuition: CAD 3,094 / semester

International tuition: CAD 5,541 / semester

Program page

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry

University of New Brunswick World rank #1,029

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Chemistry

Duration: 4 years

Local tuition: CAD 2,912 / semester

International tuition: CAD 5,366 / semester

Program page

Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering

University of New Brunswick World rank #1,029

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Civil Engineering & Construction

Duration: 3 years

Local tuition: CAD 3,094 / semester

International tuition: CAD 5,541 / semester

Program page

Doctor of Philosophy in Earth Sciences

University of New Brunswick World rank #1,029

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Earth Sciences & Geology

Duration: 4 years

Local tuition: CAD 2,912 / semester

International tuition: CAD 5,366 / semester

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Doctor of Philosophy in Education

University of New Brunswick World rank #1,029

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Education & Teaching

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: CAD 3,011 / semester

International tuition: CAD 5,541 / semester

Program page

Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering

University of New Brunswick World rank #1,029

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Electrical Engineering

Duration: 4 years

Local tuition: CAD 3,094 / semester

International tuition: CAD 5,541 / semester

Program page

Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering

University of New Brunswick World rank #1,029

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Mechanical Engineering

Duration: 4 years

Local tuition: CAD 3,094 / semester

International tuition: CAD 5,541 / semester

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Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing

University of New Brunswick World rank #1,029

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Nursing

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: Hybrid

Local tuition: CAD 3,080 / semester

International tuition: CAD 5,514 / semester

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Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology

University of New Brunswick World rank #1,029

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Sociology

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: CAD 3,056 / semester

International tuition: CAD 5,541 / semester

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Doctorate programs in Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in Canada?

Which fields of study can I browse in Canada?

How much does it cost to study in Canada?

How do I choose the right program?

PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering

PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Chemical and Materials Engineering

PhD in Bioscience and Policy

PhD in Nursing

PhD in Pharmacy

PhD in Nutrition

PhD in Kinesiology

PhD in Veterinary Biomedical Sciences

PhD in Public Health

PhD in Forestry and Environmental Management

PhD in Computer Science

Doctor of Philosophy in Biology

Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry

Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy in Earth Sciences

Doctor of Philosophy in Education

Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing

Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology

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