At University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Canada, PhD in Philosophy is offered as a doctorate in Philosophy & Ethics programme. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,396 per semester.
Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
At a glance
Degree:Doctorate
Field:Philosophy & Ethics
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
International tuition: CAD 7,396 / semester
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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Last checked September 2026 · Source: uwaterloo.ca ·
Program details
Overview
Philosophy at the University of Waterloo leads to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), a doctoral-level research degree in the Department of Philosophy. Students conduct rigorous independent research and learn to explain complex ideas to a variety of audiences, working across research areas that include anti-racist philosophy, ethics and political philosophy, feminist philosophy, and philosophy of science and mathematics. The typical background for entering students is a Master of Arts (MA) in Philosophy, though applicants with related master's degrees are also encouraged to apply; admission requires a minimum overall average of 80%, three academic references, and a philosophy writing sample of roughly 2,500 to 5,000 words. The program is delivered on campus and runs full-time over 48 months, with admission available in the Fall term. Graduates pursue careers in academia as well as non-academic sectors such as healthcare, government, law, and corporate roles.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:80.00 / %
Admission Requirements: The typical background for PhD students is a Master of Arts (MA) in Philosophy, though applicants with related master's degrees are encouraged to apply. The average required for admission is 80%, along with three academic references and a philosophy writing sample of approximately 2,500 to 5,000 words. Applicants whose primary language of instruction was not English must meet Waterloo's English language proficiency requirement (TOEFL iBT 5 overall, with 5 in writing and speaking, or IELTS Academic 7.5 overall, with 7.0 in writing and speaking).
