Toronto,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Biomedical Engineering in Toronto Canada | University of Toronto
University of Toronto
|
Toronto Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
6,210
(c. USD4,457.2)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The University of Toronto's Biomedical Engineering PhD program offers an intensive research experience, equipping students to apply engineering and biomedical science principles to address critical healthcare challenges. Candidates can enter the program directly after earning a bachelor's degree or following completion of a master's degree, with all PhD students receiving a four-year minimum funding guarantee.
This doctoral program prepares graduates to become research leaders across diverse sectors including academia, industry, government, and non-profit organizations. The curriculum emphasizes mastery of five key competencies: 1) comprehensive field knowledge and practical methodology, 2) innovation in designing and implementing original research, 3) advanced critical analysis and conceptual synthesis, 4) professional scientific communication across all media, and 5) rigorous ethical standards.
The ultimate objective of doctoral training is to expand scientific frontiers by either answering unresolved questions or developing novel approaches for emerging challenges. Successful research demonstrates thorough contextual understanding of its place within the broader discipline while advancing knowledge boundaries.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have a master's degree in dentistry, engineering, medicine, or one of the physical or biological sciences with an overall average of at least B+ (3.3 grade point average [GPA]) from a recognized university.
PhD Program (Transfer)
Highly qualified master’s students (MHSc students in Clinical Engineering or MASc students in any field) may be considered for transfer into the PhD program in any of the five fields. MAsc and MHsc students who transfer to a PhD must fulfil the admission requirements listed under the specific field of the PhD program they are transferring to.
PhD Program (Direct-Entry)
Direct entry with a bachelor's degree may be considered in exceptional cases. Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in dentistry, engineering, medicine, or one of the physical or biological sciences.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS):
Required score: 7.0 (Academic) with at least 6.5 for each component.
Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) Including Writing and Speaking Sections:
Overall score: 93; Writing: 22; Speaking: 22
Academic English Level 60: Required score: B
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Online:
Required score: 70 minimum total with at least 60 in each part.
The Certificate of Proficiency in English (COPE):
Required score: 76 minimum total with at least 22 in each component and 32 in writing
Cambridge Assessment English:
Required score: minimum 185 overall with at least 176 in each component.
Tuition
CAD
6,210