The Degree of PhD in Indigenous Studies [Graduate]

Program Requirements

In the first semester of Year 1, students are required to take ★9, normally consisting of Advanced Theoretical Perspectives in Indigenous Studies (NS 620 ), and Advanced Indigenous Methodologies (NS 690 ) and one other optional graduate course. During the second semester of Year 1, students will prepare for and undertake two comprehensive examinations and submit a dissertation proposal. An oral candidacy examination will be held based upon these written components. All students should be full doctoral candidates by the end of Year 1. Over the next two years, they will conduct research, engage in scholarly activities, and write a dissertation. The dissertation will be defended at an oral examination.

Proficiency in a language other than English (including an Aboriginal language) is recommended in accordance with the thesis topic.

Residency

The residency requirement is two academic years of full-time attendance at the University of Alberta (where an academic year is defined as the eight-month period from September through April).

Length of Program

Full-time PhD students will normally be expected to complete the program in three years. Candidates must complete their degree program within six years of the time they first register.