Candidacy Exam

The PhD candidacy exam consists of a written research proposal followed by a defence and oral examination. Details regarding the procedures to be followed including the timing of the exam, guidelines for writing the proposal and various forms are available via the links below.

Information

• Regulations and procedures 
• Guidelines for preparing the research proposal

Forms

• NSERC style grant application form
• Written proposal evaluation form (for Examination Committee members-distributed by Graduate Officer)
• Examination evaluation form (for the Examination Committee Chair-distributed by Graduate Officer)