Student tasks
Step 1: Check your academic record in Quest
- Confirm successful completion of all degree requirements
- Graduate Diploma in Data Analytics (GDDA) Stand alone, direct entry
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) offered on campus full-time or part-time
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Master of Applied Science (MASc) offered on campus full-time or part-time
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Master of Management Sciences (MMSc) offered part-time or full-time on campus
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Master of Management Sciences online (MMSc online) offered part-time online
- Any course exemptions must be approved by the course instructor and department associate chair for graduate studies
Remember: You will be required to replace all failed courses. A failed course will count toward your overall GPA but will not count toward the course requirement. If you're not sure, ask your graduate coordinator to review your records with you.
Research programs:
- Follow the degree completion deadlines
- MASc follow MASc thesis submission procedures
- PhD follow PhD thesis submission procedural guide and comprehensive exam guides
Step 2: Apply for graduation
A refund fee may be initiated if applicable (see the University of Waterloo graduate calendar for details).
| Last academic term | Apply for graduation due date | Degree complete term | Convocation term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | December 23rd | Fall | Spring |
| Winter | April 30th | Winter | Spring |
| Spring | August 31st | Spring | Fall |
More information on the convocation, times, dates, diplomas and ceremony details including regalia, photography, memorabilia and contacts can be found at the Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs convocation page.