MA and MSc degrees require a thesis. The thesis should be a contribution to knowledge in the candidate’s specialized area and must show familiarity with methods of research and critical enquiry. The completed work must be approved by the thesis supervisory committee. Formal approval is granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies, once the completed thesis approval forms are received. The thesis must be prepared according to the regulations required by the academic department. These are available from departments and on departmental websites. Policies and procedures governing the preparation, presentation and approval of theses are available from Graduate Studies.
Registration for Thesis
Students in programs requiring a thesis must register in the thesis course no later than one semester after the completion of their coursework and must maintain registration in the thesis by paying the thesis continuation fee on a semester by semester basis until the semester in which the thesis receives final approval. Review the Financial Policies for further details.