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Ontario Tech University PhD in Mechanical Engineering
Ontario Tech University

Ontario Tech University

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Oshawa, Canada

PhD

English

Sep 2025

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The PhD in Mechanical Engineering offers in-depth research opportunities in various areas of mechanical engineering. Students will engage with advanced topics, collaborate with faculty, and develop innovative solutions to real-world engineering challenges. This program typically spans 3-5 years and encourages interdisciplinary collaboration.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers as mechanical engineers, research scientists, or project managers in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and robotics. They may also find positions in academia or governmental research agencies.

Focus areas of research include mechatronics and manufacturing, as well as energy and thermofluids engineering. Automotive systems are also a major focus, as this discipline relates to many applications in mechanical engineering.

The main objective of the PhD program in Mechanical Engineering 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.