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School | University of Lethbridge - School of Graduate Studies | | |
Location | Lethbridge, AB, Canada | | |
School Type | Graduate School | | |
School Size | | | |
Degree | Doctorate | | |
Honours | | | |
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Length | 4 Year(s) | | |
Entry Grade (%)* | | | |
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Prerequisites Notes | Hold a master's degree from a recognized degree-granting institution in the discipline of interest or in a related discipline
A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00, on a 4.00 scale on all graded master's-level courses OR calculated on the most recently completed PhD if the applicant is applying for another PhD in a closely related discipline
Evidence of scholarly competence
Demonstrate English Language Proficiency (ELP) for graduate student
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Cost | This cost estimate is for Year 1 of the program. | | |
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Description | The thesis is the most significant component of work towards the degree and involves original research. The first step for any prospective student is to select a potential supervisor and in consultation with the supervisor, organise a research plan including possible thesis topic, before admission to the program. Faculty research interests are a critical factor in this preliminary decision. The department is attempting to expand and strengthen its research activities and graduate students will play an important role in this endeavour. Almost all faculty members in the department receive external or internal funding to support their research programs. Graduate degrees traditionally have been awarded for the successful completion of a satisfactory thesis. The thesis route expresses the fundamental tradition of academic scholarship. It also relates to the University's undergraduate programs, because the creation of a thesis in any discipline calls for a range of skills which are central to the liberal education tradition, including analysis and synthesis of ideas, empirical investigations, the construction and articulation of arguments, and writing skills. Because of the nature of the PhD program, the thesis forms the central requirement of the program. The thesis will be written under direction of a supervisor or supervisors. Consequently, it is necessary for a candidate to establish contact with potential supervisors prior to application for admission. Candidates seeking potential supervisors should contact either the relevant academic department or the School of Graduate Studies. | | |
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