Study Industrial Engineering (PhD) at Dalhousie University, a PhD degree offered on the Halifax campus in Canada. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 5 year(s) to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The tuition fee is USD 7,529 / year, with the next intake scheduled for September 1, 2026.
Our Industrial Engineering PhD offers robust research training, personalized workspaces, ample resources, and guaranteed funding for doctoral candidates, ensuring comprehensive preparation for impactful roles in optimizing complex systems.
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.
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
Prepare for a career optimizing processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving innovation in industries including manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, transportation telecommunications, technology, aerospace, automotive, and e-commerce.
Industrial engineer
Supply chain manager
Operations research analyst
Quality assurance engineer
Canada, Halifax
