Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting May 2027
- Apply before Jan 2027, National This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
- Apply before Feb 2027
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT: 83
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Oshawa, Canada
Disciplines
Mechanical Engineering
Overview
Key facts
- The main objective of the PhD program in Mechanical Engineering at Ontario Tech University is to prepare graduates for a career in research, industry, government and/or teaching. Graduates of the program are expected to be able to conduct independent research.
- Program objectives are achieved through a combination of advanced course work, independent research, research seminars, mandatory workshops, research publication and a research dissertation. The research dissertation must comprise a new contribution to the field of study.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Dynamics
- Mechanics and Dynamics of Machine Tools
- Advanced Acoustics and Noise Control
- Micro and Nano Manufacturing
- Advanced Robotics and Automation
- Manipulator and Mechanism Design
- Advanced Control
- Automotive Aerodynamics
- Mobile Robotic Systems
- Advanced Fluid Power Control and Simulation
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: B+
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT: 83
Other requirements — General requirements
- Completion of a Master of Applied Science (MASc) level degree in engineering from a Canadian university, or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- A minimum B+ average (GPA: 3.3 on a 4.3 scale or 77 to 79 per cent).
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 19,329 AUD / year (≈ 19,166 CAD / year)
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): 7,643 AUD / year (≈ 7,579 CAD / year)
Living costs
Oshawa, Canada: 1,109–1,714 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding — Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Mechanical Engineering.
- Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) — Grant 15000 CAD, Deadline 01 Dec 2026, Merit-based, Ontario Tech University, Oshawa, Canada
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Grant Various benefits, Deadline 07 Oct 2026, U.S. government
- DFL Scholarship Program — Grant Various benefits, Deadline Not specified, Need-based, Daughters for Life Foundation
- International Peace Scholarship Fund — Grant 12500 USD, Deadline 15 Dec 2026, Need-based, The International Peace Scholarship Fund
- Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship — Grant 50000 CAD, Deadline Not specified, Canadian Government
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Grant 1000 USD, Deadline 30 Nov 2026, ServiceScape
- Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program — Grant 7000 CAD, Deadline 18 Nov 2026, Merit-based, Canadian Government
- ACES Scholarships — Grant 3500 USD, Deadline 15 Nov 2026, ACES Education Fund
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Grant Various benefits, Deadline Not specified, Merit-based, OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
- Monthly Scholarship Series — Grant 1000 USD, Deadline Anytime, MPOWER Financing
- P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship (IPS) — Grant 12500 USD, Deadline 15 Dec 2026, The International Peace Scholarship Fund
- Niara Scholarships — Grant 500 CAD, Deadline Anytime, Merit-based, Niara
- Amberscholar Scholarship — Grant 6000 USD, Deadline 31 Jan 2027, Merit-based, Amber Scholar
- Organization of American States Academic Scholarships Program — Grant Various benefits, Deadline Not specified, Canadian Government
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Grant 1000 USD, Deadline 01 Mar 2027, Voice Talent Online
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Grant 1000 USD, Deadline 31 Oct 2026, Merit-based, IvyPanda
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Grant 1000 USD, Deadline 13 Jan 2027, Merit-based, Salvado Law
- Traditional Fulbright Canada Student Awards — Grant 25000 USD, Deadline 10 Oct 2026, U.S. government
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Grant 3000 USD, Deadline 31 Dec 2026, Need-based, Anonymous Hope Fund
- Canadian Francophonie Scholarship Program (CFSP) — Grant Various benefits, Deadline Not specified, Government Of Canada
- CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholarship — Grant 100000 CAD, Deadline Not specified, Merit-based, Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIFAR)
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Grant 1500 USD, Deadline Not specified, IELTS from 6 to 9
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Grant 12000 USD, Deadline 11 Jan 2027, The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme