Why choose this program?
Dalhousie's Department of English began its PhD program in 1967, and graduates are now teaching in universities throughout Canada, and around the world.
English (PhD)
University Rank:#283
Duration5 year(s)
Tuition FeeCAD 5,738 / Year
Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
English (PhD)
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Requirements
Entry Requirements
PhD Thesis-based master's degree or its equivalent. Minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B average) in the last 60 credit hours of study. Degree granted by a university of recognized standing.
English Program Requirements
Minimum test scores
The Faculty of Graduate Studies accepts a wide range of ESL tests for admissions up to two years after completion. We also accept the completion of the Dalhousie English Language Studies Department course, English for Academic Purposes - Level 2.
Some programs require higher ESL test scores than the minimums required by the Faculty of Graduate Studies that are listed below. Visit our Graduate Programs page to learn your program's specific requirements and contact your program before you apply if you are unsure of what is needed for admission.
Dalhousie English Language Studies Department course:
English for Academic Purposes - Level 2
Minimum acceptable score: Overall grade of A- for the course.
TOEFL iBT (In-person, online and at-home edition)
Minimum acceptable score: 92
MET
C1-level and 4-skills test required
64 (with no skills area below 53)
IELTS (Academic, in-person and online)
Minimum acceptable score: 7
CAEL (In-person and online)
Minimum acceptable score: 70 with no band score lower than 60
Pearson English Test PTE Academic
Minimum acceptable score: Overall score of 65 and nothing below 54
Career
Careers
Many graduates hold tenured or tenure-stream university appointments, others have found successful careers in publishing, college teaching, immigration education, digital humanities, information technology, and academic administration.
Possible careers include:
- Publishing
- College teaching
- Immigration education
- Digital humanities
- Information technology
- Academic administration
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
5,738 / year
English (PhD)
Dalhousie University
Canada, Halifax