★ 72
QS World #112
Star rating 6
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 45,000 – CAD 68,000/yr
- Founded
- 1957
8 Best Sports & Recreation PhD Universities in Canada
Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.
8 universities · ranked best first
how we rank
★ 72
QS World #298
Star rating 5
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 28,000 – CAD 45,000/yr
- Founded
- 1818
★ 69
QS World #141
Star rating 5
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 26,000 – CAD 50,000/yr
- Founded
- 1878
★ 64
QS World #318
Star rating 5
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 32,000 – CAD 50,000/yr
- Founded
- 1965
★ 51
Star rating 4
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 22,000 – CAD 36,000/yr
- Founded
- 1974
★ 51
Star rating 4
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 27,000 – CAD 41,000/yr
- Founded
- 2002
★ 51
Star rating 4
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 22,000 – CAD 30,000/yr
- Founded
- 1887
★ 44
QS World #951
Star rating 4
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 20,000 – CAD 32,000/yr
- Founded
- 1969
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Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Canada for PhD Sports & Recreation?▾
Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Waterloo, Dalhousie University, Université de Montréal. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.
How much does a PhD in Sports & Recreation cost in Canada?▾
Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.
Can international students study Sports & Recreation in Canada?▾
Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a study permit through IRCC after accepting an offer.
How are these universities ranked?▾
We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.
Studying Sports & Recreation at PhD level in Canada
Canada is a popular, affordable destination for Sports & Recreation at PhD level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.
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