Doctorate in Philosophy Advanced Materials and Manufacturing at University of Ottawa - Program overview

Program overview

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Last updated on 2026-10-05

Program overview

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Program overview

The Doctorate in Philosophy Advanced Materials and Manufacturing program at the University of Ottawa is designed for students who wish to engage in advanced research in the fields of materials and manufacturing. This program is offered through the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, which combines the strengths of both the University of Ottawa and Carleton University. Established in 1983, this joint program allows students to benefit from shared research facilities and access to a diverse range of professors and courses. The program is conducted in English, French, or both, depending on the research group's language preference.

Program structure

The Doctorate in Philosophy Advanced Materials and Manufacturing program has a maximum duration of four years for full-time students. The program structure includes:

Research activities conducted in English, French, or both.
Access to research facilities shared between the University of Ottawa and Carleton University.
Collaboration with faculty members from both institutions.
Completion of a thesis based on original research under faculty supervision.

Students are encouraged to identify a thesis supervisor early in the application process, as acceptance by a supervisor is required for enrollment. The program emphasizes a strong research component, allowing students to explore various areas of advanced materials and manufacturing.

Featured Experiences

The Doctorate in Philosophy Advanced Materials and Manufacturing program offers several unique experiences, including:

Joint Program: Collaboration between the University of Ottawa and Carleton University enhances research opportunities.
Research Facilities: Access to state-of-the-art research facilities shared between both campuses.
Language Flexibility: Research can be conducted in English, French, or both, accommodating diverse student backgrounds.
Interdisciplinary Research: Opportunities to engage in research across various fields, including biomedical engineering, robotics, and aeronautical engineering.

Career Options

Graduates of the Doctorate in Philosophy Advanced Materials and Manufacturing program can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada, including:

Research Scientist: Conduct advanced research in materials science and engineering, focusing on developing new materials and manufacturing processes.
Materials Engineer: Design and test materials for various applications, ensuring they meet performance and safety standards.
Manufacturing Manager: Oversee production processes, manage teams, and implement strategies to improve efficiency and quality in manufacturing settings.
Quality Assurance Specialist: Ensure that products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements through rigorous testing and evaluation.
Consultant: Provide expert advice to organizations on materials selection, manufacturing processes, and research and development strategies.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2026-10-05

Program overview

Admission Requirements

Advanced Materials and Manufacturing, PhD

Degree Offered: PhD

Available Options for Program

Student status

Full-Time:	Yes
Part-Time:	No

Language

English:	Yes
French:	No

Minimum Requirements

B+ in a related master's degree

Average time to completion

12 terms

Area(s) of specialization

Advanced Materials and Manufacturing

Your complete admission package must include

Application Fee:	CA$125.00 (non-refundable)
Recommendation letter(s):	2 It is highly recommended that you contact your referee prior to submitting your application to confirm their email address and their availability to complete your letter of recommendation.
Transcript(s):	1 You must upload copies of all transcripts from universities you have attended by using the uoDoc application. Transcripts must cover all courses and programs at any university you have attended, including regular programs (whether completed or not), exchanges, letters of permission, online or correspondence courses, courses taken as a non-degree student or visiting students, etc. If your transcript and degree certificate are not in English or French, you must submit a copy of a certified translation. Once you've received your offer of admission, if the offer contains any conditions for submitting official documents, you will need to upload them to uoDoc. Some exceptions apply. Previous or current Ottawa students do not need to submit a transcript of their studies at the University of Ottawa. Professional programs in rehabilitation require all transcripts, including those from uOttawa.
Language requirements (if applicable) Language proficiency test scores equivalencies:	TOEFL 580 / IELTS Overall 6.5 - Individual 6.0 (Paper-based) TOEFL 84/New TOEFL 4, 24 (Writing); 20 (Individual)/IELTS 6.5, 6.5 (Writing); 6 (Individual) (Internet-based)
Required document(s):	Preference form Resume Please note that non required admission documents will not be consulted, conserved or returned to the student. These documents will be destroyed according to our administrative procedures.

Language Requirements

Program-Specific English Requirements

Language Requirements

Applicants must be able to understand and fluently speak English or French proficiently. Proof of linguistic proficiency may be required.

Applicants whose first language is neither French nor English must provide proof of proficiency in the language of instruction.

Note: Candidates are responsible for any fees associated with the language tests.

General Graduate English Requirements

English proficiency test chart

Test	Minimum Required Score
TOEFL iBT Internet-based/Home Edition/Paper (for tests taken before January 21, 2026)*	84 (overall); 24 (writing); no partial score below 20
TOEFL iBT Internet-based / Home Edition/ Paper (for tests taken after January 21, 2026)*	4.5 or 86 (overall); 4.5 or 21 (writing); 4.5 or 22 (reading); 4.5 or 20 (listening); 4 or 20 (speaking)
IELTS Academic/ IELTS Academic One Skill Retake	6.5 (overall); 6.5 (writing); no partial score below 6
Cambridge English Proficiency Tests (B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency)	170 (overall); no partial score below 160
PTE (Pearson Test of English)	60 (overall); no partial score below 59
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Test)	70 (overall); no partial score below 60

* Effective January 21, 2026, TOEFL is changing its grading system to a 1-6 band scale instead of a 1-120 band scale. Score reports will include results on both scales for the next two years.

The University of Ottawa accepts TOEFL MyBest^®scores for the TOEFL iBT test.

French proficiency test chart

Test	Minimum Required Score
DALF (Diplôme approfondi de langue française)	C1/C2
TCF (Test de connaissance du français)	B2 (overall); no partial score below B2
TEF Canada (Test d’évaluation de français)	B2 (overall); no partial score below B2

Where the program-specific and general graduate requirements above differ, whichever score is higher (stricter) applies.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

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