Academics

Get ready to have a successful academic career.

From enrolling in your first course to preparing for your defence, we've got the resources and guidelines to help you through every step of your degree.

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Governing rules and regulations

Graduate Studies Academic Calendar

General information and regulations, academic deadlines, and admission and program requirements.

Guide for graduate research and supervision

Roles and responsibilities of graduate students, committees, supervisors, and departments.

Guidelines for graduate student employment

Guidelines for full-time graduate students regarding their employment status at the University of Waterloo.

Petitions process for graduate students

The petitions process for graduate students at the University of Waterloo.

Academic experience

Registration and enrolment

Payment and registration, course enrolment, program extensions, program changes, program withdrawal, and more.

Graduate student accommodations

Verification of condition, non-illness absence, leaves of absence, and accessibility supports for graduate students.

Graduate work-integrated learning

Work-integrated learning including co-op, internships, practicums, applied research, field placements, and more.

GenAI guidance

GenAI guidance on academic integrity, proper documentation, accountability, ethics and privacy, and limitations.

Visits and exchanges

Domestic and international opportunities for grad students to take courses at visit other institutions.

Preparing to graduate

Thesis and defence

Understand the regulations, rules, and requirements to successfully submit and defend your thesis.

Graduation and convocation

Review the graduation checklist so you're prepared to complete your degree and attend convocation.