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Manuscript Option

In the manuscript option, the thesis will comprise the following:

Dissertation Option

The dissertation is a document in monograph form, usually between 150 and 200 pages in length. Normally it has the following elements: problem context for the research; purpose and objectives; literature review; research methods or approach; findings; discussion and conclusions; references; and, if appropriate, appendices. Additional format requirements are specified by Graduate Studies.

Decision Making

In reaching a decision concerning the student's performance in the qualifying examination, the Examining Committee will consider the written evaluation, the answers prepared during the written examination, and the student's performance during the oral examination. The Examining Committee will determine the relative importance given to each of these components. Decision making occurs through a vote, where the result is either satisfactory or unsatisfactory.

Oral Examination

An oral examination will follow within seven to ten days of completion of the written examination. The oral examination should last no more than three hours, and will involve only the student, the Examining Committee, and the Chair of the Examining Committee. The Chair of the Examining Committee is responsible for all aspects of the oral examination.

Written Examination

Scope of Qualifying Examination

Written Evaluation

Prior to a student undertaking the qualifying examination, the Advisory Committee must provide a written evaluation of the student's performance in the PhD program and potential as a researcher. This evaluation must be signed by all members of the Advisory Committee, and must accompany the request by the student for the qualifying examination. To allow sufficient time for the Advisory Committee to evaluate the student, the written evaluation normally should not be completed before the end of the second semester.