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 Philosophy - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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SchoolUniversity of Waterloo - Graduate Studies
LocationWaterloo, ON, Canada
School TypeGraduate School
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 20,800
Full-time Graduate: 3,400
DegreeDoctorate
Honours
Co-op
Length48 Month(s)
Entry Grade (%)*80%
Prerequisites
Prerequisites Notes

The typical background for PhD students is a Master of Arts (MA) in Philosophy. The average required for admission to the PhD in Philosophy program is 80%.

Cost
International: $22,188

Cost is an approximation for the first year of the program.

Scholarships
Description

Conduct rigorous independent research and explain complex ideas to a variety of audiences with the PhD in Philosophy program.

Study with faculty members who are doing cutting edge research. Engage with research from other fields such as the natural and social sciences, history, mathematics, and engineering for an interdisciplinary and practical-oriented approach.

You’ll be prepared for a successful career in academia or to pursue non-academic careers in healthcare, government, law, corporate sectors, and others with roles like bioethicist, policy advisor, and ethics officer.

Next Steps

*We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.