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Engineering Science (PhD) at Simon Fraser University

Simon Fraser University, Canada

Programme overview

The doctor of philosophy (PhD) in engineering science is a program intended for those who wish to develop advanced independent research skills. Candidates with strong aptitude for research and exceptional quantitative, analytical, and design skills pursue a research-intensive program leading to a substantial contribution to knowledge in engineering science.

Faculty: Faculty of Applied Sciences  |  Department: School of Engineering Science  |  Duration: four years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

This program consists of 18 units of course work, a qualifying examination, and a thesis. Additional courses may be required to correct deficiencies in the student's background. If the subject matter of a listed course has been previously completed with graduate credit, the course may not be completed again for credit.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Identified a faculty member as a supervisor.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Trimester system: Fall term runs September through December, Spring term January through April, Summer term May through August. Admission is specific to each programme.

The application fee is 112 CAD for applicants with Canadian transcripts and 160 CAD for applicants with international transcripts, paid online after submitting the application form. Deadlines are set by each programme.

Apply through the official page: https://www.sfu.ca/gradstudies/apply.html

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