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A four-year thesis-focused program enables students to conduct autonomous advanced research, preparing them for careers in academia, research, and leadership roles. This program typically expands upon the research competencies developed during a Master of Science. Requirements include completing 3 graduate-level courses, two semesters of AFNS 601 Seminar, 8 hours of Ethics and Professional Development training, passing a Candidacy Exam, conducting original research, and successfully writing and defending a thesis.
Minimum Requirements:
For the PhD program, the Department's minimum admission requirements are a Master's degree with an admission GPA of at least 3.3 on the 4-point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution. Exceptional students may be admitted directly from a bachelor's degree.
English language requirement:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT): Total score of 90 with a score of at least 21 on each of the individual skill areas (internet-based) or equivalent; IELTS: 6.5, with at least 6.0; PTE Academic: 61 with a minimum band score of 60.
The application deadlines: May 15 for September admission, July 31 for January admission, December 1 for May admission, March 15 for July admission.