THESIS DEFENCE SCHEDULE
Guaranteed Funding Package Application and Instructions

Thesis Proposal Submission Form
Thesis Template (zip files)
Defense Guidelines Defense Booking Form
Graduate Registration Form
Candidacy Booking Form
MSc. Committee Form
MSC. Thesis Proposal Review Form Supplemental Regulations
Graduate Student Handbook
Graduate Student Directory Courses
Graduate Calendar
Graduate Application Form
Faculty of Graduate Studies
Graduate Scholarships and Awards

NOTICE TO ALL GRADUATE STUDENTS REGARDING DISCIPLINARY ACTION :

After consultation with the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) the GSC feels it is important to bring to students' attention the fact that the penalties imposed by the FGS for such infractions as academic dishonesty do not represent an upper bound on the severity of the penalty. In particular, side-effects caused by FGS penalties will still apply. Thus, for example, receiving an FGS-imposed grade of 'F' for academic dishonesty will be treated in exactly the same way as an "earned" grade of 'F' and will normally cause the GSC to recommend required withdrawal from the program. (This is because Computer Science typically does not recommend remedial action for deficient grades of 'D' or 'F').

The department is only accepting new graduate students applications if supported by a departmental member. Note that your chances of acceptance will be significantly improved if you specify areas of interest and a description of your skills/expertise in the application. You are also strongly encouraged to contact faculty in your areas of interest directly and in advance.

A limited number of guaranteed funding packages (GFPs) are available each year, which will typically provide approximately $16,000 per year for 2 years for MSc students and $20,000 per year for 4 years for PhD students. These will be awarded based on academic performance and research potential. Continued funding is contingent on satisfactory performance. In order to be eligible, complete applications must be received by the Faculty of Graduate Studies no later than January 1 for students starting on September 1 or the following January 1. Students who receive a GFP will be notified by March 15. A few additional GFPs may be available for late applicants whose complete applications are received by the Faculty of Graduate Studies no later than May 1. Funding for students who apply at other times, or who do not receive a GFP, is often available but cannot be guaranteed.