PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies (PhD IDST)
A course of study for the PhD IDST degree includes:
Coursework:
Relevant courses are selected from those offered by IDST and in graduate programs and faculties across the university. Coursework normally includes five graduate courses, two of which may be independent study/directed reading courses and two courses may be taken at another university.
The proposal outlines the research question, relevant literature, methodology, and research design of the proposed study. An oral presentation of the proposal is also required. The Supervisor and the Interdisciplinary Advisory Committee must approve the proposal and oral examination, and Ethics approval (if appropriate) must be obtained before the research can proceed.
Comprehensive Examinations:
The comprehensive examinations are intended to ensure students are prepared in at lease two substantive relevant areas prior to engaging in doctorial research.
A Doctoral Dissertation:
The doctoral dissertation involves all of the elements of the proposal outlined above plus the documentation and analysis of the candidate's research project. The dissertation and subsequent oral examination must meet all of the requirements and regulations as outlined in the UNB Calendar 21 (A).
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