The Degree of PhD (Agricultural, Food, and Nutritional Science) [Graduate]

Program Requirements

The PhD program normally consists of

1. Three ★3 graduate courses as recommended by the supervisor and the supervisory committee.
2. AFNS 601  - students normally register for one term in each of year one and three, and are required to present one seminar per term.
3. Preparation of an acceptable thesis presenting results of the research conducted. Candidates will be examined orally on their thesis by committees formed according to the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research regulations.
4. A minimum residence requirement of four, four-month terms of full-time attendance at the University of Alberta.

There is no language requirement other than English for the degree.

Outstanding MSc candidates in the Department can transfer to a PhD program after approval by the Department.

Length of Program

Normally four years are required to complete the PhD degree. There is a six-year time limit.