Current Students

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The Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) at the University of Alberta has a large and robust graduate studies program. Seventy-two departments offer degrees in more than 300 research areas at the master's and PhD levels. Each graduate program has its own policies for student scholarships, entrance, and course requirements.

This section describes the graduate student journey. Whether you are preparing for your candidacy exam or searching for intellectual property guidelines, these pages will provide you with critical steps and information as you work successfully towards your degree.

Academic Requirements

Access information regarding the requirements for preparing and submitting your thesis and the steps to apply for convocation.

Resources & Important Links

These links provide critical information regarding the policies, requirements, and deadlines that graduate students need to be aware of throughout their degree.