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Why choose this program?

Choose Dalhousie’s Mechanical Engineering PhD for access to state-of-the-art labs, diverse research areas, expert faculty mentorship, a collaborative environment, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to contribute significant, original research to the field.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Thesis-based research Master’s degree from a recognized college or university
Minimum entrance GPA of 3.0/4.3 (equivalent to a B at Dalhousie University)
Two sealed official copies of transcripts from all previous degrees (graduate and undergraduate) from all institution attended. This includes exchange program and any courses taken outside of your home universities.
Two letters of reference submitted either electronically or by mail.
A full curriculum vitae (CV) highlighting personal academics, work and research history, publications, awards, scholarships and extra-curricular activities.
A statement of research interest, not exceeding two pages, explaining their research interests, possible research topics, and ideally listing potential supervisors the applicant has already talked to and obtained positive feedback from.
English proficiency minimums:
Instruction in English or
TOEFL – 580 (paper based) or 237 (computer based) or
IELTS – overall band of 7.0

The Faculty of Graduate Studies sets the minimum admission standards that are required for entry into graduate programs. Application forms can be found under Dalhousie admissions for graduate studies.

Career

Careers

Choose Dalhousie’s Mechanical Engineering PhD for access to state-of-the-art labs, diverse research areas, expert faculty mentorship, a collaborative environment, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to contribute significant, original research to the field.

Possible careers include:

aerospace engineer

robotics engineer

energy systems engineer

materials scientist

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

7,612 / year

Mechanical Engineering (PhD)