Waterloo,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Vision Science (Aeronautics) in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo
University of Waterloo
|
Waterloo Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
To earn a PhD degree, candidates must fulfill key requirements including submitting a completed thesis, defending their work, and passing a comprehensive exam. Each student is assigned an Advisory Committee that offers support, guidance, and progress evaluations to facilitate degree completion. Vision Science students must present their thesis proposal to this committee by their fourth term (or sixth term for part-time enrollees). Full-time PhD students must complete at least 4 terms (for those entering with an MSc), with a maximum duration of 12 terms (4 years). Extensions require submitting a Petition of Extension with a proposed completion timeline. The University of Waterloo's School of Optometry and Vision Science stands as Canada's sole English-language institution offering an accredited Doctor of Optometry program, alongside graduate studies in Vision Science and Optometry. Its comprehensive clinic programs deliver hands-on training for students while providing community healthcare services.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
The program is open to students holding an MSc degree (or equivalent), which included a substantial research thesis in an area relevant to the proposed program in Vision Science.
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Supplementary information form (SIF)
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References
Three academic references are required
Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
TOEFL 90 (writing 25, speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5)