Be part of the academic excellence that’s at the heart of the School of Optometry & Vision Science with the PhD in Vision Science program.

Conduct research to generate new knowledge in your field. You’ll study under our award-winning faculty members who are recognized both nationally and internationally for their research and teaching. Some of the world's most renowned research initiatives concerning the eye are underway at Waterloo. Our graduate students play a vital role in making the program one of the best vision research institutions in North America and beyond. 

You’ll be prepared to pursue employment in academia, research labs, in health care as a highly specialized clinician, or industry.  

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.

• Letter(s) of Reference
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Transcripts, and program-specific questions are required.