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Doctor of Philosophy in Innovation

Carolina University

USA,North Carolina

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 11,700/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50

Application Fee

Jan 2026

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USA, North Carolina

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1945

Total Students: 800 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

420 South Broad Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101 , United States

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Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Doctor of Philosophy in Innovation

Program Overview

The PhD in innovation connects creative processes with organizational and social realities. The program develops advanced capabilities in innovation processes across a diverse array of contexts including business, government, education, social movements, science, health, and technology. Students in this program may choose to focus on areas such as intellectual property, business transformation, innovation processes, machine learning, and artificial intelligence (see the course offerings for additional options). Students will learn skills specific to leading innovative teams, and how to manage the delicate balance of hierarchical and distributive leadership structures to yield innovative outcomes.

Objectives

Graduates will demonstrate a detailed knowledge of innovation theories, processes, and practices in the US and globally;
Graduates will demonstrate a mastery of the analytical and methodological tools needed to evaluate and conduct research in the area of innovation;
Graduates will demonstrate the ability to design and conduct original research in the area of innovation;
Graduates will demonstrate an ability to communicate their disciplinary knowledge and research outcomes to diverse audiences including teaching students;
Graduates will demonstrate an ability to assess ethical issues and apply ethical theories and practices in their professional context.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Doctoral Degree(Ph.D,M.D)

Application Processing Days

28 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
sep 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 50

Tuition Fee

CAD 11,700 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Carolina University

CAD 12,500 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 60
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 68.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 90.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Master's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution .

Minimum CGPA Required: 50.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Academic Scholarship

Scholarship Information

Carolina University offers this very generous scholarships for international students. The Presidential Scholarship is awarded to new students based on their previous academic excellence. This academic merit award ranges depending upon the student's current/final GPA.

Amount/ Range

10% to 100% of tuition

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.

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