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Geography (PhD)

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #32

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Geography (PhD) at University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada is a doctorate in Geography programme. Tuition for international students is CAD 9,240 per year (CAD 8,448 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Geography
Local tuition: CAD 8,448 / year
International tuition: CAD 9,240 / year

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: sgs.utoronto.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Geography is offered by the Department of Geography and Planning, which provides facilities for research leading to the Master of Arts, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. The PhD program prepares students for academic careers in teaching and research. Research areas include geomorphology, climatology, hydrology, biogeography, pedology, environmental assessment and sustainable natural resource management, international development, industrial innovation, urban and economic geography, cultural and historical geography, gender studies, social geography, regional analysis, the history and philosophy of geography, remote sensing, computer cartography, spatial statistics, geographic information systems, and quantitative analysis. Admission normally requires a Master's degree with a minimum A- average; there is no direct-entry option from a bachelor's degree into the PhD, and no standardized admissions tests are required. The program is administered by the University of Toronto's School of Graduate Studies and leads to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: PhD applicants normally hold a Master's degree with a minimum A- average. There is no direct-entry option from a bachelor's degree into the PhD. No standardized admissions tests are required or recommended.

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1827
Students: 103,140
QS rank: #32
Programs: 507
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Geography (PhD) award?

University of Toronto awards a Doctorate in the field of Geography on completion of this programme.

How much does Geography (PhD) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 9,240 per year (CAD 8,448 per year for local students).

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