Winnipeg,
MB,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Biosystems Engineering in Winnipeg Canada | University of Manitoba
University of Manitoba
|
Winnipeg Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
6,069
(c. USD4,356)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) represents the most advanced degree provided by the biosystems engineering department. Candidates collaborate with a faculty advisor while independently developing and executing an original research initiative culminating in a doctoral dissertation. A minimum of 12 credit hours of graduate-level coursework is mandatory.
The Biosystems Engineering PhD program combines academic study with significant research requirements. Students must complete at least 12 credits at the 7000-level or above, along with producing, presenting, and defending an original thesis that makes a meaningful contribution to their field.
At the doctoral level, the department provides a Graduate Specialization in Engineering Education (GSEE). This specialization demands 12 credits of 7000-level coursework and a thesis focused on engineering education research.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To qualify for the PhD in Biosystems Engineering program, you must normally have a minimum of an MSc in Biosystems Engineering. In exceptional cases, this requirement may be waived by the department for applicants with a graduate degree in a related area.
Students making exceptional progress while enrolled in the MSc program may request to transfer to the PhD program, upon the consent of the department head and based on a recommendation from the student's advisory committee and the Biosystems Engineering Graduate Studies Committee.
English language proficiency
IAEP (Intensive Academic English Program) - Pass Level 5/AEPUCE (Academic English Program for University and College Entrance) with a minimum of 65% overall
IELTS (Academic module) (International English Language Testing System) - 6.5 overall
Internet-based TOEFL - Overall score of 86 (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking - 20)
Pearson Test of English Academic - 61 overall
Cambridge Assessment of English at the C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency level - Minimum score of 180
Tuition
CAD
6,069