Direct-from-Bachelor PhD Programs at Carleton University
Eight doctoral programs available to enter directly from a bachelor’s degree.
For undergraduate students with a clearly-defined research focus, we offer a valuable pathway to pursue doctoral studies directly, bypassing the traditional requirement of completing a master’s degree.
Carleton University’s Graduate Studies is admitting qualified students to the following PhD programs directly from a bachelor’s degree:
Carleton Physics Professor Discusses New Option for PhD Pathway
“I knew I wanted to do research in particle physics for more or less my whole life. This pathway allowed me to hit the ground running, and it was very worthwhile for me.”
Pathways to Consider
Outstanding students entering their final year(s) of their bachelor degree with extensive research experience are encouraged to discuss the PhD pathway with graduate supervisors in their participating department.
How to Apply
Applications for all graduate programs follow the same process. Please refer to our applications page for detailed information. In this particular pathway, prospective doctoral students are asked to discuss their intentions with graduate supervisors in the participating department to determine if they qualify for this direct-entry pathway.
