Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D]
STEM Course
5 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$18,838/Yr
CA$18,838 /Yr
- Doctor of Philosophy at York University is offered as a 5-year teaching program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on both a full-time (15 terms) and part-time (18 terms) basis.
- The Graduate Program in Philosophy offers rigorous training for MA students in preparation for admission to PhD programs and supports PhD students in developing a professional research profile.
- The department provides various degree such as:
- Master of Arts (MA, 3 terms)
- Master of Arts/Juris Doctor (MA/JD, 15 terms)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD, 15 terms)
- The PhD program degree requirements are Course work (required courses and electives), Comprehensive Examination, and Dissertation.
- The program teaches both traditional and interdisciplinary methods, including empirical, conceptual, and applied approaches.
- The program specializes in a number of research areas, including:
- Ethics, Political Philosophy, and Philosophy of law
- Philosophy of Cognitive Science, mind, and language
- History of 19th and 20th century philosophy
- Philosophy of Science and Epistemology.
- Students may complement their training with graduate diplomas, including the Diploma in Value Theory and Applied Ethics and the Neuroscience Graduate Diploma.
- PhD students are supported in their career prospects through the Philosophy Placement Program.
- University encourages and supports students in their applications for prestigious external provincial and national awards.
- York offers competitive funding to all qualified graduate students and is committed to promoting excellence in research and teaching.
- York University graduate students have a very high success rate in attracting scholarships. International students receive a bursary for the university health insurance plan.
- The average salary of the program goes up to 57,000 USD.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$18838 (CAD 18838) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Housing | CA$5326 (CAD 5326) |
| Food | CA$3937 (CAD 3937) |
| Total Cost | CA$9263 (CAD 9263) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | CA$14220 (CAD 14220) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete a Master's degree from a recognized university.
- A GPA of at least 3.33 (B+ grade) out of 4.33 is required to be eligible for the program.
Indian Student Eligibility
Indian students are eligible to apply if they have any one of the following certificates:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a 3-year UG degree from an accredited institution.
Submission of GRE scores is compulsory for this program, however, it is recommended to submit a minimum 300+ score for a better chance of admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
The above requirements are the minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission. The admissions committee will consider all evidence in the file and decide. To know more about the requirem…. Read More
Scores Required
Required Document List
Following Documents are required to attend this program:
- Online application form: Students have to submit an online application form at the official website.
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Statement of Purpose: An essay or other written statement written by the student.
- Academic Documents: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended.
- Three letters of recommendation: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Sample of written work: Student has to write something interesting as their sample essay in the application form.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
- Students should hold major papers or chapters of the MA thesis.
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| Program | Important Date | Total Fees | Median Exams Score | Action |
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 Ph.D, University of Toronto4 years | CAD 24,975/Yr CAD 24,975 /Yr |
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Assistant Professor, Postsecondary / Higher Education
- Research Scientist
- Associate Professor, Postsecondary / Higher Education
- Principal Scientist
- Professor, Postsecondary / Higher Education
- Data Scientist
- Professor and Associate Dean
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,847/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Australian Government Research Training Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships | Scholarship per studentCA$ 52,637/Yr$52,637 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Ms. Agatha Harrison Memorial Fellowship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 33,115/Yr$33,115 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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