Study Doctor of Philosophy in Plant Science at University of Manitoba in Canada, Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The Department of Plant Science is one of seven departments in the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences and draws together expertise in both the applied and basic sciences. Since its origin in 1937, the Department has been a leader in agricultural research in Canada - creator of the first canola variety and the first hybrid rapeseed variety. It is a leader in canola and cereal breeding, cytogenetics and plant biotechnology. The Department of Plant Science has active research programs directed at developing superior cultivars and new production systems suited to the changing needs of producers and the agri-food industry, and is involved in international activities, and training and development with many countries. The Department maintains excellent working relationships and is involved in joint projects with scientists and specialists from both federal and provincial government agricultural agencies and with industrial partners. The Ph.D. option consists of coursework and a substantial research component. Expected Duration - 4 years.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

CAD$6,281.72 (US$ 4,515) per year

Manitoba International Student Health Insurance Plan (MISHP) - $400.00 for Fall

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

May 2027

Venue

Fort Garry campus (Main Campus)

66 Chancellors Cir,

University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus),

Winnipeg,

Manitoba,

R3T 5V6, Western Canada, Canada

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

CAD$6,281.72 (US$ 4,515) per year

Manitoba International Student Health Insurance Plan (MISHP) - $400.00 for Fall

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Fort Garry campus (Main Campus)

66 Chancellors Cir,

University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus),

Winnipeg,

Manitoba,

R3T 5V6, Western Canada, Canada

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Entry requirements

For international students

The following are minimum requirements to be considered for entry into the Plant Science PhD program.To be considered for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy (Plant Science) program, you must have a minimum ofA Master of Science degree. Admission decisions are based on the qualifications of the applicant as well as the ability of the Plant Science (PhD) program and the University of Manitoba to serve the applicant's intended program of study and area of specialization.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.