Nova Scotia,
NS,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Mechanical Engineering 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. USD10,656.17)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Dalhousie University's Mechanical Engineering graduate programs aim to deepen students' expertise in their chosen specialization through cutting-edge research, instructional sessions, hands-on tutorials, and lab work. Students gain practical knowledge in modern, fully-equipped laboratories that facilitate comprehensive subject mastery. The department boasts 23 faculty members, 70 graduate students, and more than 300 undergraduate students.
Prospective students can pursue a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in:
Mechanical Engineering
Materials Engineering
The PhD program emphasizes original research and requires applicants to hold a thesis-based master's degree. The curriculum typically involves four courses, departmental seminar participation, a comprehensive exam, and an innovative research thesis. This thesis must represent a meaningful advancement in the field and contain substantial publishable content.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants 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