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7 Best PhD Medicine & Health Sciences Universities in Canada

Of the 7 PhD Medicine & Health Sciences universities in Canada, University of Toronto, Scarborough ranks highest at #29 in the QS World University Rankings 2026. University of British Columbia (QS World #40) and Queen's University (QS World #191) complete the top three. Across the whole list there are 8 courses to choose from.

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How these universities are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #29 (University of Toronto, Scarborough) to #191 (Queen's University); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Toronto, Scarborough is cited most (59,684,471 citations).

Public, private and where they are

7 are public and 0 private (100% public). By location, British Columbia (1) account for the most of those we can place. The oldest is University of British Columbia, founded in 1908. University of British Columbia is the largest, with 60,000 students.

Inside the course list

The usual length is 4–6 years and 5 Year. 86% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake). Lakehead University offers the widest choice, with 2 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for PhD Medicine & Health Sciences in Canada?

University of Toronto, Scarborough (QS World #29), University of British Columbia (QS World #40) and Queen's University (QS World #191) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How many public universities offer PhD Medicine & Health Sciences in Canada?

7 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

How long does a PhD Medicine & Health Sciences course take in Canada?

Most listed courses run 4–6 years, with 5 Year the next most common.

When do PhD Medicine & Health Sciences courses start in Canada?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then.

Which university has the most PhD Medicine & Health Sciences courses in Canada?

Lakehead University, with 2, ahead of University of Prince Edward Island (1).

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