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Doctorate Environmental Sustainability at University of Ottawa

University of Ottawa, Canada

Programme overview

This interdisciplinary PhD educates leaders to develop, analyze and evaluate how public policies and institutions address the transition to sustainability, studying environmental problems through science, law, economics and public policy. Students can work with the Smart Prosperity Institute. Offered in English only.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: Graduate School of Public and International Affairs / Institute of the Environment  |  Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Students sharpen interdisciplinary methodology and learn to communicate findings and solutions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Hold a Master’s degree with thesis or research paper in a relevant discipline. Examples of relevant disciplines include environmental studies broadly construed, geography, economics, environmental science, political science, international development, environmental engineering, and law; Have obtained a minimum average of 75% (B+) calculated according to university guidelines; Provide two confidential letters of recommendation; Provide a CV and a statement of interest outlining career goals; Identify at least one professor who is willing and available to act as thesis supervisor; and Provide an outline of the proposed research project.

Graduate studies application fee is $125.00, paid on the OUAC website. PhD applicants need a master's degree or equivalent with an average of 75% (B+) over the last 10 courses.

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