Doctorate in Philosophy Education Health Professions Education

With approximately 1,600 students and 150 full-time and part-time professors, the Faculty of Education at the University of Ottawa stands out as an enriching environment in which professors, students and community partners contribute to our innovative graduate programs.

Regardless of whether you are looking to become an expert educator, a school/board administrator, a research leader or a program evaluator, our professors will give you the means to have a positive impact on the community and graduate qualifications to advance and enrich your careers.

To acquire the tools for your professional success, among its unique programs, the faculty offers you:

• The Master of Education (M.Ed.) with course-based option;
• The Master of Education (M.Ed.) with research paper option;
• The Master of Education (M.Ed.) fully online;
• The Master of Arts in Education (M.A.);
• The Doctor of Philosophy in Education (Ph.D.).

The faculty’s location in the heart of Ottawa offers you an exceptional range of programs in both official languages, which enables you to fully enjoy all the benefits of Canada's capital.

The programs are offered in English and French and are governed by the academic regulations in effect for graduate studies.

Doctoral Program

The PhD program is also offered in the Educational Counselling (suspended until further notice) and Health professions education.

For the most accurate and up to date information on application deadlines, language tests and other admission requirements, please visit the specific requirements webpage.

To be admitted to the Ph.D. program, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

1. A minimum average of B+ (75%), or equivalent, calculated in accordance with graduate studies guidelines.
2. A master's degree with thesis, or equivalent. Students who have not completed a thesis must provide evidence of their ability to do research at the doctoral level by providing a sample of written work such as a research report or scholarly publication.
3. The ability to understand and fluently speak the language of instruction.

Applications for admission will be considered only if all supporting documentation has been received.

Admission to the program depends on the availability of a thesis supervisor whose research interests are compatible with the student's area of interest.