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Doctorate of Philosophy (Thesis) University of Ottawa University of Ottawa, Canada

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CAD 17478

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 120

Application Fee

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60 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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92

TOEFL

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75%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Department of Philosophy offers MA (with or without thesis) and PhD programs in Philosophy. The programs are offered in English and French. According to the University's policy, students may pursue their studies in the official language of their choice.

The Department participates in the collaborative programs in Women’s Studies (at the MA level), in Medieval and Renaissance Studies (at the MA level) and in Canadian Studies (at the PhD level).

Additional Information

Program Level Doctoral Degree(Ph.D,M.D)

College/University Processing Time 112 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 92

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a master's degree in Philosophy

6.5 IELTS Score
92 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
75% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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17478

Tuition Fee
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CAD 120

Application Fee
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12000 Per year

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Scholarships

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Valued between $20,000 and $60,000 awarded over the duration of your four-year undergraduate program (between $5,000 and $15,000 per year).* Valued between $20,000 and $100,000 awarded over the duration of a four-year undergraduate program (between $5,000 and $25,000 per year) to students chosen among the best applicants admitted with an entrance scholarship and an admission average of 90% or more.*

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