Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Individualized Interdisciplinary Studies

Simon Fraser University

Individualized interdisciplinary studies doctor of philosophy program is for students who wish to pursue a doctoral degree and their proposed course of studies is interdisciplinary in nature and cannot be pursued in any one existing program. The home department is normally the department of the proposed supervisor and will provide the applicant with a mailbox and access to other services and facilities normally available to students enrolled in graduate programs in that department. Students, together with their supervisors, will create a customized interdisciplinary program plan that reflects the individualized aspect of the program prior to admission.

Program Requirements

This program consists of course work, a comprehensive examination and a thesis for a minimum of 30 units.

Program Length

Students are expected to complete the program in 12 terms.