| The purpose of the PhD degree program is to educate individuals to become independent, reliable, and competent research scientists. The PhD degree of the University of Prince Edward Island requires the demonstration of a reasonable mastery of a concentrated field of study. The latter is attested to by the achieving of satisfactory standings in each of a minimum of five graduate courses, the completion of a research project, and the writing of a thesis based upon the research. The graduate students will register in the Department of Health Management of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and in one of the designated areas of specialization: Animal Science and Animal Nutrition; Epidemiology/Health Management; Clinical Sciences; Aquatic Animal Health; Biostatistics; Public Health; and Animal Welfare. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 70 to 80 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
The normal basis for admission to PhD studies as a regular or a provisional student is a recognized thesis-based MSc degree obtained with an average of at least second class (B level, 70% to 79.9%) academic standing. |
| Test Scores: | - Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based)
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* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
