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PhD of Theoretical and Computational Science
- Lethbridge, Canada
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
Doctor of Philosophy in Theoretical and Computational Science is a doctoral research across mathematics, Computing and physics at the Lethbridge campus of the University of Lethbridge.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Design and carry out independent research in Theoretical and Computational Science. Evaluate relevant scholarly literature and communicate research findings. Relevant syllabus content includes: four-year programme of coursework
- A thesis
- And written and oral comprehensive examinations within the first two years.
Career outcomes
- Researcher
- Statistician
- Actuary
- Economist
- Software developer
- Physicist
- Postdoctoral positions
Curriculum
- Four-year programme of coursework
- A thesis
- And written and oral comprehensive examinations within the first two years. Eleven concentrations include applied mathematics
- Bioinformatics
- Computer science
- Statistics and nanoscience
- The department is strong in number theory and combinatorics. A research plan is agreed with the supervisor before admission.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Master's degree in the discipline or a related one with at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in graduate courses (3.5 for Education and Cultural
- Social
- Political Thought)
- Supervisor secured before applying
- English proficiency required.
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Master's degree from a recognised institution in the discipline or a related one, A potential supervisor must be secured before applying, PhD Education also needs 2 years of professional educator or counsellor experience
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each band)
- TOEFL iBT 4.5 (4.5 each section
- PTE Academic or 86 with 20 each section if taken before 2026-01-21)
- Cambridge PTE Academic 61 (60 each part)
- Duolingo Cambridge 176
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
- Degree Completion Evidence
How to apply
- Check the programme's admission requirements
- fees
- supporting documents and deadline. Secure a potential supervisor if the programme requires one. Apply or resume your application online at the university website and pay the 150 CAD fee online. Have official transcripts mailed directly to the Admissions Office. Referees submit letters online. Have English test scores sent by the testing body (conditional language admission exists). Contact the International Centre (the admissions office) for study permit questions.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $18,699, $18,699 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $150 CAD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Lethbridge Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Arts & Science |
| Department | Physics; Computer Science; Mathematics |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Eligible full-time University of Lethbridge graduate students are considered for competitive internal graduate research funding, Including the University of Lethbridge Graduate Research Award. Award amounts, Programmes and terms vary, Funding is not guaranteed. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $18,699, $18,699 CAD per year. The application fee is $150 CAD. The estimated living cost is $20,100 CAD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each band), TOEFL iBT 4.5 (4.5 each section, PTE Academic or 86 with 20 each section if taken before 2026-01-21), Cambridge PTE Academic 61 (60 each part), Duolingo Cambridge 176.