One thesis, two doctoral degrees
Dual degree programs provide an opportunity for students to enjoy the benefits of a Waterloo Engineering doctoral program combined with another leading Engineering school. We are currently working with several international universities to offer programming at the PhD level.
Dual PhD degrees (cotutelle) are issued when one doctoral dissertation is used to fulfil the requirements for a doctorate in two different universities in two different countries.
At present, the University of Waterloo has partnered in a cotutelle with Université de Bordeaux, France.
Steps to getting a dual PhD degree
- Find a supervisor at your home institution who may also know a potential co-supervisor at the partner university. (2 supervisors)
- Review admissions requirements
- Apply to the doctoral program at the University of Waterloo.
- Apply to the doctoral program at the selected partner university.
- Submit all required documentation, including a cotutelle agreement template.
- Once admitted, complete all University of Waterloo and partner university degree requirements, including one thesis.
- Defend your thesis (this is normally arranged at your home institution)
International Education Week
Every year numerous Engineering students participate in an academic or co-operative exchange, or both, with one of the many international institutions.