Doctor of Philosophy in Sustainable Design Engineering (PhD-SDE)

UPEI's Doctor of Philosophy in Sustainable Design Engineering (PhD-SDE) program aims to train graduates who have in-depth expertise in applying principles of sustainable design engineering to interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research challenges.Independent research is the major focus of the PhD program-SDE degree, and students will identify a research topic and conduct an extensive body of original research in their field, making a true contribution exemplifying the student’s depth of knowledge, creativity, innovation and proven ability to make significant scientific research contributions.

Applicants must: hold a Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) degree. hold a thesis-based Master of Science (MSc) or thesis-based Engineering (MEng) or its equivalent from a recognized university, and have achieved at least a second class standing (70-80%) for this degree. All application materials must be received by March 1st of the calendar year the student wishes to enter the program.