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PhD of Environmental and Life Sciences
- Peterborough, Canada
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
Interdisciplinary doctorate in environmental and life sciences.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop advanced disciplinary research competence in Environmental and Life Sciences
- Evaluate literature critically
- and communicate original scholarly findings. Suggested learning areas: Four-year thesis program with research workshops
- Teaching
- Original research in earth sciences.
Career outcomes
- Laboratory Analyst
- Research Assistant
- Scientific Officer
- Quality Control Analyst
- Technical Specialist
Curriculum
- Four-year thesis program with research workshops
- Teaching and original research in earth sciences
- Natural resources and agriculture
- Ecosystem biogeochemistry and trace contaminants
- Ecology
- Evolution and conservation
- and genes
- Cells and physiological systems.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Master degree in a related field with a B+ (77%) average or equivalent
- Supervisor confirmation for some programmes
- English proficiency proof.
Accepted academic background
Master's degree in a related field from an accredited university, Supervisor confirmation required for some programmes.
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results.
How to apply
- Check the programme page for requirements and deadline (Fall intake normally 1 February. Apply online through OUAC and pay the 125 CAD application fee. Upload transcripts
- References
- A plan of study
- A CV
- Any writing sample and English proficiency proof (Duolingo is not accepted). A supervisor may be required. Receive an offer 2 months after the deadline. Apply to IRCC for a study permit.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $11,142 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $125 CAD |
| Deposit | $34,590 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Peterborough |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Graduate Studies |
| Department | Science |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Institutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, Funding and application deadlines. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is $11,142 CAD per year. The application fee is $125 CAD. The deposit is $34,590 CAD. The estimated living cost is $13,644 CAD.