Nova Scotia,
NS,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Agriculture in Halifax Canada | Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University
|
Halifax Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
14,819
(c. USD10,636.28)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Faculty of Agriculture at Dalhousie University's Truro Campus provides Master of Science (MSc) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs in Agricultural Sciences across diverse specializations. The thesis-driven MSc curriculum prepares graduates for doctoral studies or professional roles in research, education, industry, and extension services. The PhD program enables scholars to deepen their agricultural expertise while conducting innovative thesis research with relevance for both global academics and local farming communities. Graduates emerge as autonomous, analytical professionals equipped for careers in higher education, corporate sectors, or public service. Financial assistance opportunities, including scholarships, support student participation in these programs.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Student must have:
- First-class thesis Master’s degree or its equivalent
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (B average) in the last 60 credit hours of study
- Degree granted by university of recognized standing
- Most candidates for admission to a doctoral program possess a Master's Degree. Direct entry to some programs is possible for those with exceptional academic standing
English language requirement:
- Internet-based TOEFL (Academic iBT): 92
- MELAB: 85
- IELTS: 7
- CAEL: 70 with no band score lower than 60
- Dalhousie College of Continuing Education (CCE): A-
- Pearson English Test PTE Academic: overall score of 65 and nothing below 54
The application deadline for September admission is Apr 01 January admission is August 31 and May admission is December 31.
Tuition
CAD
14,819