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PhD in Doctorat en nutrition

Université de Montréal

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #162 =

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PhD in Doctorat en nutrition is a doctorate in Nutrition & Dietetics programme offered by Université de Montréal in Montréal, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 10,283 per semester (CAD 2,260 per semester for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Nutrition & Dietetics
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 2,260 / semester
International tuition: CAD 10,283 / semester

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: admission.umontreal.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

The Doctorate in Nutrition (Ph.D.) at Universite de Montreal is a full-time research doctorate, with a minimum schooling requirement of six trimesters (two years) and a maximum of fifteen trimesters (five years), that trains students to conduct original research in human nutrition. The program examines how nutrition relates to the promotion, maintenance, and recovery of health across diverse populations and settings, and most admitted students come from master's programs in nutrition or a related field. The credential awarded is a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nutrition. Classes and research take place on the Montreal campus on a full-time, daytime basis, with intakes in the fall and winter terms. Applicants must secure the acceptance of a research supervisor before applying and submit a letter of intent and two letters of recommendation. Graduates are prepared for research careers in academia, public health, government nutrition policy, and the food and health industries.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Admission normally requires a master's degree in nutrition or a related field; several admitted students transfer from related master's programs. Applicants must secure a letter of acceptance from a research supervisor before applying and submit a letter of intent and two letters of recommendation. Applicants who were not schooled in French must demonstrate French proficiency through an approved test, reaching an average of C1 in listening and reading comprehension and the upper range of B2 in written expression, or provide evidence of prior study conducted in French.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall and Winter

About Université de Montréal

“Fide Splendet et Scientia”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1878
Students: 46,820
QS rank: #162 =
Programs: 462
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PhD in Doctorat en nutrition award?

Université de Montréal awards a Doctorate in the field of Nutrition & Dietetics on completion of this programme.

How long does PhD in Doctorat en nutrition take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does PhD in Doctorat en nutrition cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 10,283 per semester (CAD 2,260 per semester for local students).

Can PhD in Doctorat en nutrition be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Université de Montréal.

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