Burnaby,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Individualized Interdisciplinary Studies in Burnaby Canada | Simon Fraser University
Simon Fraser University
|
Burnaby Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
6,198
(c. USD4,448.59)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Doctor of Philosophy in Individualized Interdisciplinary Studies is designed for students seeking a doctoral degree with an interdisciplinary focus that doesn't fit within existing programs. Typically based in the proposed supervisor's department, this program offers students standard graduate services like mailboxes and facility access. Before admission, students collaborate with their supervisors to develop a tailored interdisciplinary curriculum that meets their unique academic goals.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
A Master's degree from SFU or its equivalent from a recognized institution
A Bachelor's degree, with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5/4.0, or a grade point average of at least 3.67/4.33 (A-) based on the last 60 credits of undergraduate courses. Students admitted directly from a bachelor's degree must complete at least 50% of the course work units required for the relevant program's master's program if no course work is required as part of the doctoral degree.
a minimum CGPA at the previous degree level of 3.67
demonstrated scholarly achievement in the form of peer-reviewed papers, national or international conference presentations, or equivalent
previous awards, fellowships and scholarships
for doctoral applicants: successful completion of a master's thesis or equivalent
Proposed research that is interdisciplinary and must be pursued in more than one existing program
IELTS - The University minimum requirements for English proficiency is an overall band score of 7.0 of the academic (NOT general) test with a minimum of 6.5 in each section.
TOEFL - The University minimum requirement for the internet-based exam is a total score of 93, with a minimum score of 20 in each category. For the paper-based TOEFL test, the University normally requires a score of 580, with TWE 5. Pearson Academic (PTE) - Overall 65 minimum 60 in all of their sections.
A Bachelor's degree, with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5/4.0, or a grade point average of at least 3.67/4.33 (A-) based on the last 60 credits of undergraduate courses. Students admitted directly from a bachelor's degree must complete at least 50% of the course work units required for the relevant program's master's program if no course work is required as part of the doctoral degree.
a minimum CGPA at the previous degree level of 3.67
demonstrated scholarly achievement in the form of peer-reviewed papers, national or international conference presentations, or equivalent
previous awards, fellowships and scholarships
for doctoral applicants: successful completion of a master's thesis or equivalent
Proposed research that is interdisciplinary and must be pursued in more than one existing program
IELTS - The University minimum requirements for English proficiency is an overall band score of 7.0 of the academic (NOT general) test with a minimum of 6.5 in each section.
TOEFL - The University minimum requirement for the internet-based exam is a total score of 93, with a minimum score of 20 in each category. For the paper-based TOEFL test, the University normally requires a score of 580, with TWE 5. Pearson Academic (PTE) - Overall 65 minimum 60 in all of their sections.
Tuition
CAD
6,198