★ 78
QS World #9
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- GBP 28,000 – GBP 38,000/yr
- Founded
- 1826
93 Best Engineering PhD Universities Worldwide
Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.
93 universities · ranked best first
how we rank
★ 78
QS World #34
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- USD 56,000 – USD 76,000/yr
- Founded
- 1754
★ 77
QS World #24
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- EUR 3,000 – EUR 4,000/yr
- Founded
- 2010
★ 77
QS World #26
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CHF 1,000 – CHF 1,500/yr
- Founded
- 1853
★ 77
QS World #29
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 43,000 – CAD 58,000/yr
- Founded
- 1821
★ 76
QS World #49
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- EUR 16,500 – EUR 22,000/yr
- Founded
- 1842
★ 76
QS World #15
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- SGD 32,000 – SGD 43,000/yr
- Founded
- 1991
★ 76
QS World #37
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- AUD 39,000 – AUD 52,500/yr
- Founded
- 1958
★ 76
QS World #8
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- SGD 34,000 – SGD 46,000/yr
- Founded
- 1905
★ 76
QS World #40
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- AUD 39,000 – AUD 52,500/yr
- Founded
- 1909
★ 75
QS World #21
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 52,000 – CAD 70,500/yr
- Founded
- 1827
★ 75
QS World #28
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- EUR 1,000 – EUR 1,500/yr
- Founded
- 1868
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Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Canada for PhD Engineering?▾
Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University College London, Columbia University, PSL University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.
How much does a PhD in Engineering cost in Canada?▾
Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.
Can international students study Engineering in Canada?▾
Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a study permit through IRCC after accepting an offer.
How are these universities ranked?▾
We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.
Studying Engineering at PhD level in Canada
Canada is a popular, affordable destination for Engineering at PhD level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.
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