Request for Comprehensive Exam Form

PhD Students

  • Review the process on LEARN or Program Milestones page.
  • Ensure your committee meets the following criteria:
    • There must be at least 3 examiners. Additional members may also be included.

      • Examiner 1 — Regular faculty member from Physics and Astronomy

      • Examiner 2 — Regular faculty member from the University of Waterloo (any department, including Physics)

      • Examiner 3 — Regular faculty member from the University of Waterloo (any department, including Physics)*

        • *For Perimeter Institute Residents, this examiner requirement can be replaced with a PI supervisor who is an adjunct faculty member of the University of Waterloo.

    • 2 examiners must not be the student’s supervisor(s).

    • All examiners must hold a PhD or equivalent degree.
  • You are responsible for finding a time that works with all of your committee members before filling out this form.
  • Your committee members must submit their questions and answers to the Graduate Coordinator two weeks prior to the exam date.