MSc Students
- Read through MSc Thesis Defense Procedures on Program Milestones page or in LEARN .
- Must submit request a minimum of 20 business days before the defence date.
PhD Students
- Read through PhD Thesis Defense Procedures on Program Milestones page or in LEARN.
- Must submit request a minimum of 35 business before the defence date.
- External Examiner form must be submitted to Science Graduate Office before you can schedule your defense.
Thesis Blackout Dates and Holidays:
You cannot submit or schedule your defense during the following dates:
- Winter 2024: Monday, April 22 – Friday, April 26
- Spring 2024: Monday, August 19 – Wednesday, September 4
- Fall 2024: Monday, December 16 – Friday, January 3 (inclusive)
- 2024 University Closures/Holidays: January 1, February 19, March 29, May 20, July 1, August 5, September 2, October 14, December 24 - December 31
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