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Athletic Therapy

vinish — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:33:49 +0000

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Location	Email Address	Program Website
341 Norman Bethune College	matinfo@yorku.ca	yorku.ca/gradstudies/athletic-therapy/

Offered through the School of Kinesiology and Health Science in the Faculty of Health, the Master of Athletic Therapy (MAT) is a full-time, six-term program designed to meet the evolving demands of the athletic therapy profession. This graduate-level program reflects the growing standard for advanced education among Certified Athletic Therapists across North America. Through a blend of rigorous academic coursework and hands-on field and clinical experience, the MAT prepares graduates with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for meaningful and rewarding careers as athletic therapy professionals.

Admission Requirements

Master of Athletic Therapy (MAT) Program

1. Applicants must have completed a four-year baccalaureate degree (equivalent to 120 credits) from an accredited Canadian college or university or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.25 – 3.30 (based on 4.00 scale, equivalent to a B+ grade point average) in the final 60 credit hours (or equivalent) based on complete transcripts submitted. A bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and/or Health Sciences is recommended but not required. Each of the prerequisite courses listed also require a minimum grade of B+. (If the applicant has less than a B+, an alternative pathway from the normal standards may be applied as explained in Application Reviews.).

2. The following are a list of required pre-requisite courses:
• Minimum of 3 credit hours or equivalent of anatomy or applied anatomy
• Minimum of 3 credit hours or equivalent of human physiology or exercise physiology
• 3 credit hours or equivalent of sports injury
• 3 credit hours or equivalent of applied kinesiology, biomechanics, or equivalent
• 3 credit hours of nutrition or equivalent

3. In addition to course prerequisites, the student must hold a First Responder certification through an authorized body such as the Canadian Red Cross. The certification will not be required at application but will be required to start the program as a matriculating student.

4. Personal statement letter citing experiences, interest and commitment to health equity and diversity. (maximum 750 words).

5. In addition, two letters of recommendation are required: one from a professor/professional such as a certified athletic therapist or sport physical therapist; second letter from any individual (that is not a member of the family or a family friend) that can attest to the applicant’s attributes such as professionalism, critical thinking, leadership, communication, collaboration, health advocate, coaching/teaching, and empathy. If a student has difficulty with this aspect, they will be able to contact the program to discuss.

Degree Requirements

Master of Athletic Therapy Program

Subject to Senate approval, these courses may be updated.

Candidates for the Master of Athletic Therapy (MAT) degree must successfully complete the following 78 core credits from the Graduate Program in Athletic Therapy as well as an additional 3 elective credits from graduate courses offered within the School of Kinesiology and Health Science:

Kinesiology & Health Science 6500 3.0: First Responder for Athletic Therapy Professionals
Kinesiology & Health Science 6501 3.0: Introduction to Professional Practice and Management
Kinesiology & Health Science 6502 3.0: Athletic Therapy Analysis of Field-Based Care
Kinesiology & Health Science 6503 3.0: Athletic Therapy Field-Based Psychomotor Skills
Kinesiology & Health Science 6504 6.0: Application of Foundational Basic Sciences for Healthcare Professionals
Kinesiology & Health Science 6505 3.0: I ntroduction to Clinical Research Methods
Kinesiology & Health Science 6506 3.0: Introduction to Clinic and Field Care Practice
Kinesiology & Health Science 6507 3.0: Athletic Therapy Analysis of the Extremities
Kinesiology & Health Science 6508 3.0: Athletic Therapy Physical Examination for the Extremities
Kinesiology & Health Science 6509 3.0: Advanced Topics in Clinical Research
Kinesiology & Health Science 6510 6.0: Clinic and Field Care Practice I
Kinesiology & Health Science 6511 3.0: Data Analysis Elective
Kinesiology & Health Science 6512 6.0: Clinic and Field Care Practice II
Kinesiology & Health Science 6513 3.0: Advanced Athletic Therapy Analysis of the Head, Trunk and Spine
Kinesiology & Health Science 6514 3.0: Advanced Athletic Therapy Physical Examination for the Head, Trunk and Spine
Kinesiology & Health Science 6515 3.0: Advanced Professional Practice and Management
Kinesiology & Health Science 6516 6.0: Clinic and Field Care Practice III
Kinesiology & Health Science 6517 3.0: Advanced Athletic Therapy Analysis of the Upper and Lower Quadrant
Kinesiology & Health Science 6518 3.0: Advanced Athletic Therapy Physical Examination for the Upper & Lower Quadrant
Kinesiology & Health Science 6519 3.0: Culminating Applied Research Experience
Kinesiology & Health Science 6520 6.0: Integrative Athletic Therapy Capstone Practice Experience

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The expected degree completion time for full-time Master of Athletic Therapy students is 6 terms (the equivalent of two full years). Students must register and pay fees for a minimum of the equivalent of 6 terms of full-time study.

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Sustainable Energy Systems

vinish — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:13:09 +0000

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Location	Email Address	Program Website
4th Floor, Bergeron Centre for Engineering Excellence	meng_grad@lassonde.yorku.ca

The Master of Engineering (MEng) in Sustainable Energy Systems provides an opportunity for recent graduates and industry professionals to enhance their knowledge and skills in (or transition into) the field of sustainable energy systems, with emphasis on professional development for the job market. In addition to deepening a range of industry/sector-informed technical skills, in areas such as sustainable energy systems, advanced materials, energy storage and conversion, and disruptive technologies in sustainability, this program focuses on real-world applications, communications, teamwork, policy/regulations, and project management in the field of sustainable energy.

This experiential learning program, with both in-person and online components, allows a flexible structure for students to complete either full-time in one calendar year (3 terms) or part-time spread over a longer time span.

Admission Requirements

Master of Engineering (MEng) Program

An undergraduate degree in engineering, science, or related fields from a recognized institution with a minimum “B” average in the last two full years (or equivalent) of academic work.

Three-year cycle undergraduate degrees from institutions that meet the criteria set forth in the Bologna Declaration (an internationally developed guideline on comparability in higher education) are acceptable as the equivalent of an undergraduate honours degree.

Have successfully completed undergraduate coursework in fundamental engineering topics of heat transfer, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics. For applicants who have not completed studies at the secondary-school level or university level in a country where English is a primary language or where English is the primary language of instruction, they must demonstrate their language proficiency in English. For such students, minimum IELTS academic score of 6.5 or TOEFL iBT score of 88 is required.

Degree Requirements

Master of Engineering (MEng) Program

MEng Degree by Coursework

This course‑based master’s degree program requires students to complete eleven (11) courses in total, consisting of two complementary studies courses, four technical depth courses, and five technical breadth courses.

The MEng program can be completed on a full- or part-time basis. Entry is fall or winter term.

The expected degree completion time for full-time master’s students is normally 3 terms. Part-time students may take up to 12 terms to complete all degree requirements All requirements for a master’s degree must be fulfilled within 12 terms (4 years) of registration as a full-time or part-time master’s student in accordance with Faculty of Graduate Studies’ registration policies.

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Biotechnology Management

mdube — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:59:32 +0000

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Location	Email Address	Program Website
1 University Boulevard, Markham, ON	biot-mkm@yorku.ca	yorku.ca/gradstudies/biotech-mgmt/

The Master's in Biotechnology Management is a stand-alone, course-based, direct-entry 20-month professional graduate program designed for students who hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Life Science, or related discipline, and have little/no work experience in Biotechnology. The degree will provide students with theoretical and practical training in Biotechnology and a graduate diploma in Management to enhance their competitiveness and employability in Biotechnology related sectors. Students would be awarded two credentials upon completion of the program requirements: A Master's in Biotechnology Management together with a Graduate Diploma in Management.

In particular, the program will:

Develop a solid understanding in the latest biotechnology theories, discoveries, and laboratory techniques.
Build knowledge in pharmaceuticals, standard operating procedures, packaging and labeling, good manufacturing practices, and clinical research.
Develop competencies in the major fields of management and how to advance organizational goals.
Build knowledge in scientific data analysis, writing and communication and biotechnology ethical practices.
Develop the ability to work effectively with others and to communicate scientific and management concepts to a variety of target audiences.
Develop understanding of the evolving ethical obligations and responsibilities in running Biotechnology organizations.
Gain practical hands-on experience in biotechnology through two industry paid internships, and an interdisciplinary capstone project.
Prime students to start contributing and adding value to a Biotechnology organization within six months after hiring.

The Master in Biotechnology Management combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. The program is highly experiential, integrating two paid internships in Terms 3-5, and culminating with an interdisciplinary capstone experience that integrates the Biotechnology and Management components of the degree.

Admission Requirements

The minimum admission requirements are as follows:

An undergraduate degree in any area of biology, biological science, biochemistry, chemistry, life sciences or related field from a recognized post-secondary institution with a B+ average in the last two years (or equivalent) of academic work. Undergraduate degrees must include at least one course in statistics at the second-year level or above, as well as three courses in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, genetics or equivalent at the second-year level or above.
Work experience is not required, but internships or prior work experience is encouraged.
Alternate admission requirement: Graduates with other Science degrees or 3-year degrees may be admitted as well with at least one year of post graduation work experience in a sector relevant to the program.
Proof of English language proficiency if prior studies were not completed in English: a minimum TOEFL score of 577 (paper-based), or 90-91 (internet-based); and a minimum IELTS score of 7 (Academic Module).
Two letters of recommendation. Letters can be from previous professors, employers, or other persons with whom the applicant has had interactions and who can attest to their professional and/or academic qualifications. It is recommended that one of these letters should be from a professor if you graduated in the last 3 years.
A supplementary application form with a statement of interest providing evidence of commitment to advanced work in the biotechnology sector. The statement should include a discussion of the applicant's background, interests, skills, and career goals.
And an up-to-date résumé or CV.

Degree Requirements

Candidates for the Master s in Biotechnology Management must successfully complete the following requirements:

14 required courses: 5 (3 credit) biotechnology-related courses, 8 (1.5 credit) management-related courses, and 1 (3 credit) integrative capstone course for a total of 30 credits. Students must successfully pass all courses in line with FGS degree requirements.
Program milestones: Two paid internships that satisfy a duration determined by the employer (total of 12 months and no less than 8 months). Students must receive a grade of "pass" on each internship from their Industry Supervisor/Faculty Liaison.

Program Entry

The Master's in Biotechnology Management can be completed on a full-time basis. Entry is fall term.

Program Length

The expected degree completion time for full- 5 terms. Students must register and pay fees for a minimum of the equivalent of 5 terms of full-time study. All requirements for a master's degree must be fulfilled within 12 terms (4 years) of registration as a full-time in accordance with the Faculty of Graduate Studies' registration policies.

Students are expected to remain in good academic standing as per Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) guidelines to remain in the program. Students must also have passed courses that precede the internships with a minimum grade of C+ before becoming eligible for their paid internship.
FGS guidelines on academic standing are available at: yorku.ca/gradstudies/students/current-students/regulations/graduate-courses-and-grading/.

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Health Industry Administration

vinish — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 18:14:35 +0000

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Location	Email Address	Program Website
W263, Seymour Schulich Building	admissions@schulich.yorku.ca

A specialized professional degree to develop managers, leaders and innovators who can tackle tomorrow's healthcare challenges.

The Master of Health Industry Administration (MHIA) is a highly specialized 37.5-credit program designed with industry input to provide in-depth knowledge and skills necessary to navigate and manage in a highly complex and competitive field. The degree can be completed full-time over 12 months or part-time over 24 months. Graduates have gone to work for business, government, and not-for-profit organizations.

The Canadian healthcare system, along with others around the world, requires major transformational changes to adapt to limited financial resources, an aging population, growing incidence of chronic illness, the emergence and adoption of new delivery models and technologies, including artificial intelligence, business analytics, and virtual care.

The MHIA combines the Schulich School of Business’ strengths in leading-edge management education with specialized industry expertise in the field of healthcare administration. Building on Schulich’s existing and graduate diploma, along with a diverse alumni pool and wide range of sector partners, this highly applied professional program integrates leadership development with a focus on strategic thinking, systems design, healthcare quality, and value-creation.

The graduate program’s curriculum is designed by faculty members within Schulich’s , a holistic initiative designed to promote thought leadership in the field of health and management through education, applied research, and industry collaboration.

The Graduate Program in Health Industry Administration offers several prestigious scholarships: the Robert Krembil Scholarship of Merit (worth approximately $60,000), awarded to one MHIA student each year; the Dr. L. O. Bradley Leadership Entrance Award awarded to two MHIA students each year; and the Benoît Lauzé Scholarship of Excellence awarded to one MHIA student each year.

Admission Requirements

The general admission requirements for the MHIA are listed below. Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission, as space in each program is limited. A holistic approach is taken during the application review process and all components of the application are thoroughly reviewed.

An undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution, with a minimum B+ average in the last two full years (or equivalent) of academic work.
Work Experience is not required, but considered for admission.
- One year of full-time, post-graduate work experience is required for applicants holding 3-year degrees.
Completion of the online application which requires:
1. Essays (2 written, 1 timed written, 2 video)
2. An up-to-date resume
3. Two references (at least one academic reference is recommended)
4. Unofficial copies of transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary institutions**Official copies of transcripts will be required if an applicant receives an offer to the program.
  Applicants are NOT required to take the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
Proof of English language proficiency if studies were not completed in English.

Degree Requirements

The Graduate Program in Health Industry Administration is comprised of 37.5 credits of core and elective courses.

Students are eligible for graduation upon their successful completion of 37.50 credits.

Term 1 Fall
Health Industry Administration 5000 1.5:   Workshop on Overview of Canadian Healthcare Industry
Health Industry Administration 5130 1.5: Preventative Healthcare
Accounting 5200 3.0:  Financial Decisions for Managers
Marketing 5201 3.0:  Marketing Management for Healthcare
Science & Technology Management 5210 3.0:  Design and Management of Organizational Processes

Term 2 Winter
Health Industry Administration 5500 1.5:   Workshop on Leadership and Strategy in Canadian Healthcare
Health Industry Administration 5140 1.5:  Digital Health
Operations Management & Information Systems 5150 1.5:  Analytics and Modelling For Healthcare
Health Industry Administration 6120 3.0:  Leadership & Healthcare Strategy
Health Industry Administration 6150 3.0:  Economics of Healthcare
Health Industry Administration 6160 1.5:  Quality and Value in Healthcare

Term 3 Summer
Health Industry Administration 6000 1.5:   Workshop on Healthcare Systems and Public Policy
Health Industry Administration 6170 1.5:  Performance Indicators in Healthcare
Health Industry Administration 6180 3.0:  Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Healthcare
Health Industry Administration 6200 1.5:  Public Policy for Healthcare
Health Industry Administration 6100 3.0:  Strategy Consulting Study in Healthcare

3.0 Credit Elective

If the student has taken a university-level accounting course and earned a grade of B+ or higher, they may replace the Accounting 5200 3.0 course with other 3 credit electives.

In addition to the curriculum requirements, the Graduate Program in Health Industry Administration is preceded by a review of online course modules in Accounting, Finance and Statistics available on Canvas. A Schulich-specific access code and instruction will be sent to admitted, confirmed students before they begin their first academic term. All other requirements are identical to those of Schulich’s other master’s programs.

The Graduate Program in Health Industry Administration can be completed in 12 months on a full-time basis or in 24 months on a part-time basis. Entry is Fall term.

The Graduate Program in Health Industry Administration is a three-term program on a full-time basis and a six-term program on a part-time basis.

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Business Administration in Technology Leadership

vinish — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 18:12:03 +0000

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Location	Email Address	Program Website
W263, Seymour Schulich Building	admissions@schulich.yorku.ca

The Business Administration in Technology Leadership curriculum includes 52.5 credits of core courses designed to equip students with a common set of capabilities necessary for effective management in the tech sectors.

In term 3 (full-time) or term 6 (part-time), students can choose between the Venture Studio project or a Technology Consulting project. In the Venture Studio students learn leading product design, management strategies and frameworks for high-growth potential technology firms. Students explore how those strategies and frameworks connect directly to the investments placed by Venture Investors seeking to scale tech firms. The Technology Consulting Project enables students to apply their knowledge and methodologies in a real-world consulting environment. Working in teams, students collaborate with an organization (“client site”) to analyze a technology-related challenge, develop strategic recommendations, and deliver actionable insights. The course culminates in a final report and presentation to a panel of experts, including the course director, as well as to the client organization.

Term 4 (full-time) or term 8 (part-time) includes a Mandatory Graduate Placement. Through the placement experience, students will build upon, practice and reflect on key learnings and build relevant experience for their career post-graduation. A minimum of 12 weeks of full-time work is required to complete this graduate placement. Part-time students may fulfill this requirement within their current role or use it as a chance to explore a new employer or industry.

Students are eligible for graduation upon their successful completion of 52.5 credits.

Admission Requirements

The minimum admission requirements are as follows:

An undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with a minimum B average in the last two full years (or equivalent) of academic work. Three-year cycle undergraduate degrees from institutions that meet the criteria set forth in the Bologna Declaration may be acceptable as the equivalent of an undergraduate honors degree.
2 to 5 years of work experience in technology firms and/or in technology-enabled roles in non-technology firms is required.
Alternate admissions requirement: Graduates with other 3-year degrees may be admitted as well. All graduates with 3-year degrees must possess at least three years of post-graduation work experience in a sector relevant to the program.
Proof of English language proficiency if prior studies were not completed in English:
- o TOEFL (iBT): 100 with a minimum component score of 23 or IELTS: 7.0 overall with a minimum component score of 6.5.
A supplementary application form that shows strong evidence of leadership ability.
Two letters of recommendation. It is recommended that one of these is from a professor.
An interview

Degree Requirements

The program will require students to complete 52.5 credits over four terms of full-time study. The curriculum comprises 22 courses that range in credit value from 1.5 to 6.0. Term 1 = 12 credits; Term 2 = 12 credits; Term 3 = 13.5 credits; and Term 4 = 15 credits – for a total of 52.5 credits. The first half of the program includes core MBA fundamentals with technical knowledge integration.

The program outcomes will be achieved via a course-based and primarily in-person delivery format. The nature of the coursework varies, depending on the expected learning outcomes for each course. In-person lectures and learning activities will be complemented with synchronous and asynchronous virtual learning opportunities embedded within each course (e.g., live and/or recorded interactive lectures in the flipped classroom format, along with other learning activities that help develop an understanding of course concepts as well as promote teamwork and collaboration). Other learning activities include case analysis and discussion, teamwork exercises, guest speaker presentations, simulations, and outreach to external organizations.

Designed with flexibility in mind, the program offers both full-time and part-time pathways. Carefully synchronized course schedule ensures integration of both cohorts, creating a dynamic and comprehensive learning environment.

The program makes an explicit commitment to experiential learning. This includes a commitment to devoting 30% of total time to experiential learning initiatives in each course, the development of sustained relationships with practitioners in the classroom, a mandatory workplace internship, and a project designed to add value to real-world clients involving the creation and implementation of a technological solution to a business problem.

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Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies

Alice — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 18:06:38 +0000

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Location	Email Address	Program Website
Centre for Film & Theatre (CFT) 324, 85 91��ɫ Boulevard	gradthea@yorku.ca	yorku.ca/gradstudies/tdps/

The MA/PhD Program in Theatre, Dance, & Performance Studies at 91��ɫ emphasizes our collective interest in theatre, dance, performance, and cultural politics. Internationally renowned faculty offer advanced seminars and mentor student research in one of the English-speaking world’s most active cities for theatre, dance, and the performing arts.

The Graduate Program in Theatre, Dance, & Performance Studies offers MA and PhD degrees.

All degrees are offered either full time or part-time.

Admission Requirements

MA

PhD

To be considered for admission, applicants must hold an honours degree or its equivalent in Theatre (BA or BFA), Dance (BA or BFA), or a related field in English, Humanities, or Social Sciences, with a minimum B+ average. This average is consistent with a 7.0 and above on a 9.0 grading scale and 3.30 and above on a 4.0 grading scale. In exceptional circumstances, applicants with substantial professional experience may be admitted to the program without an honours degree.

Applicants are expected to submit:

Statement of Interest (2-3 pages) outlining your background in theatre, dance, and/or performance studies; your reasons for wanting to pursue an advanced degree; and how you intend to fulfill the degree requirements. For PhD students, please include a description of your proposed dissertation project, identifying the faculty who might supervise you.
Curriculum Vitae outlining your work experience, performance experience, academic background, publications, awards, etc.
Writing sample of 1,500-2,000 words (for MA applicants) and 2,500-3,000 words (for PhD applicants). Acceptable formats include an academic essay, thesis chapter, conference paper, or other piece of academic writing. In addition to the writing sample, applicants may opt to submit research in another format, including, but not limited, to: a video presentation of no more than 5 minutes in length; a brief excerpt from a script or creative writing project (no more than 10 pages); a design portfolio; other multimodal research materials.
Two letters of reference.

Candidates for the PhD must have an MA in a Humanities- or Social Sciences-related subject and a B+ average or higher.

Degree Requirements

MA

PhD

MA

Normally completed in three terms, the Master of Arts in Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies can be completed by coursework, by major research paper, or by thesis, as follows.

Courses

Students must successfully complete 24 credits in coursework, as follows:

a research methodology course of at least three credits from a list of possible options provided by the program (these change each year)
a minimum of two courses (six credits) from the Graduate Program in Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies;
GS/THST 5051 Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies Professional Placement (3.0 Credits)
GS/THST 5052 3.0 Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies Graduate Colloquium (3.0 Credits); and
remaining coursework chosen from graduate-level Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies courses, or approved graduate-level cognate courses.

Courses

Students must successfully complete 18 credits in coursework, as follows:

a research methodology course of at least three credits from a list of possible options provided by the program (these change each year);
a minimum of two courses (six credits), one of which must be a Canadian course with “theatre,” "performance" and/or "dance" in its title and the other of which must be a Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies course that aligns with program’s fields; and,
nine credits chosen from graduate-level Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies courses or approved graduate-level cognate courses.

Colloquium

Students are required to attend a bi-weekly non-credit colloquium during the first two terms of study. At the colloquium, research approaches are discussed, guest speakers from across the program and the university are brought in, and in-process presentations of each graduate student’s research work is shared. Students are evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

Professional Placement

Students are required to set up a working professional placement of at least 75 hours as part of Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies 5051 3.0. This course is designed to give graduate students applied, professionally-oriented work experience in a field related to one of the program’s fields of specialization and/or the student’s research areas (e.g., production dramaturgy, choreography, assistant directing, education and outreach, publicity and marketing, producing). The assignment is supervised by a member of the graduate theatre studies faculty (often the Graduate Program Director) in association with an on-site supervisor/mentor. The arrangement for a placement is normally initiated by the student, who first presents a written outline of the placement proposal to the Graduate Program Director for approval.
After approval is obtained the student should contact the institution to set up their schedule. The exact nature of the assignment is worked out and agreed upon by the team of student, faculty advisor and on-site supervisor. The course grade (pass/fail) is determined by the faculty supervisor in consultation with the on-site supervisor. The average number of working hours for a three credit placement is 75-90 hours and there is normally no remuneration involved.

a) Major Research Paper

Students must undertake research under the direction of a Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies graduate program faculty member (normally in place by the end of the first term of study) on an approved topic and write a major research paper of approximately 40-50 pages. The paper is graded on a pass/fail basis by the faculty member directing the research and by a second reader.

b) Research-Creation Major Research Paper

Students must undertake research under the direction of a Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies graduate program faculty member (normally in place by the end of the first term of study) on an approved topic. This research will culminate in a research-creation work in which a key component is the creation of a critically-informed performance work. This work could include: a public or recorded performance (theatre, performance art, installation, etc.); the development of a significant piece of performance-based writing, design, or composition; a public or recorded demonstration of a performance-based method.

A research-creation major research paper must include: a significant performance work, plus a 25-page paper that explores the clearly
defined set of critical, conceptual, and/or theoretical concerns that are at the centre of the research-creation project. The paper and research creation project are graded on a pass/fail basis by the faculty member directing the research and by a second reader.

Courses

Students must successfully complete 12 credits in coursework, as follows:

a research methodology course of at least three credits from a list of possible options provided by the program (these change each year)
a minimum of one course (three credits) from the Graduate Program in Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies;
GS/THST 5051 3.0: Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies Placement;
GS/THST 5052 3.0 Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies Graduate Colloquium

Thesis and Oral Examination

Students must undertake research under the direction of a Theatre & Performance Studies faculty member (normally in place by the end of the first term of study) and supervisory committee (normally in place no later than the second term of study) on an approved topic and write a thesis of approximately 100 pages. The thesis must embody the results of original research must be successfully defended at an oral examination.

The MRP/Thesis can take a variety of forms, including monograph, manuscript-based, complex digital, or multimodal, in line with Faculty of Graduate Studies' regulations.

The MA program can be completed on a fulltime basis. Entry is in the fall term.

The expected degree completion time for full-time master’s students is 3 terms; part-time students are expected to complete within 6
terms. For those students who complete degree requirements earlier than 3 terms, they must register and pay fees for a minimum of the equivalent of 3 terms of full-time study. All requirements for a master’s degree must be fulfilled within 12 terms (4 years) of registration as a full-time or part-time master’s student in accordance with Faculty of Graduate Studies’ registration policies.

PhD

Normally completed in a maximum of five years, the PhD in Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies requires completion of the following:

Students must successfully complete 18 credits in coursework, normally within the first two years (six terms) of study, as follows:

a research methodology course of at least three credits from a list of possible options provided by the program (these change each year);
a minimum of two courses (six credits) from the Graduate Program in Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies;
GS/PANF 7500 Advanced Research Doctoral Colloquium (3.0 Credits); and
remaining coursework chosen from graduate-level Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies courses, or approved graduate-level cognate courses.

PhD students entering the program who have not had extensive professional work in theatre and/or a related area may be required to set up a working professional placement of at least 75 hours (students are evaluated on a case-by-case basis upon entering the program). GS/THST 5051 Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies Professional Placement is designed to give graduate students applied, professionally-oriented work experience in a field related to one of the program’s fields of specialization and/or the student’s research areas (e.g., production dramaturgy, choreography, assistant directing, education and outreach, publicity and marketing, producing). The assignment is supervised by a member of the graduate theatre studies faculty (often the Graduate Program Director) in association with an on-site supervisor/mentor. The arrangement for a placement is normally initiated by the student who first presents a written outline of the placement proposal to the Graduate Program Director for approval. After approval is obtained the student should contact the institution to set up their schedule. The exact nature of the assignment is worked out and agreed upon by the team of student, faculty advisor and on-site supervisor. The course grade (pass/fail) is determined by the faculty supervisor in consultation with the on-site supervisor. The average number of working hours for a three credit placement is 75-90 hours and there is normally no remuneration involved.

Taken in the Summer term of the second year of graduate study, this examination is intended to ensure students’ familiarity with and ability to identify core ideas in the texts and identify key debates in the fields of theatre, dance & performance studies. It also aims to test knowledge of a student’s chosen research and teaching areas to verify sufficient grounding in scholarship relevant to a student’s area of research, particularly the dissertation topic.

The examination consists of three sections, each based on a list of thirty texts for a total of ninety. List One, the “Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies Field List,” is a set list of texts (dramatic and performance theory; theatre, dance and performance history and historiography, dramatic literature, performance texts, etc.) designed to assess the candidate’s overall command of several key theories, controversies, and debates in the field with the goal of equipping students to teach in theatre and performance programs. The second list, the “Dissertation Research Area – General List,” reflects the broader area in theatre, dance & performance studies in which the dissertation is situated (e.g., Canadian theatre, performance theory, actor training methods, somatics, performance art, critical dance studies and pedagogy, postcolonial theatre, physical and devised theatre). Each text speaks to the relationship between the student’s specialized interest and the broad field of theatre and performance studies. The student chooses the 30 texts on this list in consultation with the comprehensive examination committee. The final list, the “Dissertation Research area – Specific List,” is specifically related to the dissertation and may be outside of theatre, dance & performance studies (e.g., site-specific performance, feminist and queer theory, critical race theory, cultural geography, arts and cultural policy, autobiographical theory, popular culture studies). The texts on this list directly inform the dissertation. The list of materials is chosen by students in consultation with the supervisory committee and submitted to the Graduate Program Director for approval.

The comprehensive examination is comprised of a take-home examination, normally taken during the summer term of the second year of doctoral study. Students have two weeks to write three 12-15 page responses to three essay questions. Questions are developed with input from students, who propose three possible questions for each list, for a total of nine questions. The questions are a starting point for the examination committee, who revise and adapt them in consultation with students. At the time of the examination the committee chooses one question per list for the examination; students learn which questions have been chosen at the start of the examination.

Upon successful completion of the written examination, the student is asked to meet for an oral examination approximately one week after the results have been transmitted. The committee meets with the student for approximately 90 minutes, during which students are expected to answer follow-up questions arising from the written examination as well as other questions the committee deems appropriate.

No more than three months after the successful completion of the comprehensive examination, students are required to submit a dissertation proposal, following the program’s dissertation proposal guidelines to the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Proposal guidelines are outlined in detail on the program website and in the program handbook. The dissertation proposal is developed under the direction of the supervisor and supervisory committee. In order to ensure timely submission of the proposal, students should plan to submit a draft to their supervisor and supervisory committee no later than six weeks after the comprehensive examination.

The dissertation must embody the results of original research with significant value for the study of theatre and performance and must be successfully defended at an oral examination, normally by the end of year 5 (term 15).

If the dissertation topic requires work in another language as deemed by the supervisory and supervisory committee, students must demonstrate reading proficiency in that language by the end of year three (term 9).

The dissertation can take a variety of forms, including monograph, manuscript- based, complex digital, or multimodal, in line with Faculty of Graduate Studies' regulations.

The PhD program can be completed on a full- or part-time basis. Entry is fall term.

The PhD in Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies is normally completed in a maximum of five years. Doctor of Philosophy students must register and pay fees for a minimum of the equivalent of six terms of full-time registration. All requirements for a doctoral degree must be fulfilled within 18 terms (6 years) of registration as a full-time or part-time doctoral student in accordance with Faculty of Graduate Studies’ registration policies.

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Supply Chain Management

Alice — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 18:06:38 +0000

About us
Admission Requirements
Degree Requirements

Location	Email Address	Program Website
W263, Seymour Schulich Building	admissions@schulich.yorku.ca

The Master of Supply Chain Management program is a professional master’s degree program designed to prepare graduates for leadership roles in building, management and changing supply chains.

The 12-month, 39-credit full-time or part-time program will develop the analytical and managerial skills needed to find creative supply chain solutions to business opportunities and problems in private, non-profit, or government sectors. It aims to add value to persons with previous undergraduate degrees in areas such as engineering, economics, healthcare, science, social science, and business.

The Master of Supply Chain Management curriculum combines foundational business knowledge with specific functional courses and their practical application. Students enrolled full-time can finish the program in one year, while part-time students can finish within as little as two years.

Please visit the for more information.

Admission Requirements

Master of Supply Chain Management

Applicants should possess an undergraduate degree from a recognized university with a minimum B+ average in the last two full years (or equivalent) of academic work.
Applicants holding a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the Schulich School of Business may be eligible for advance standing to Term 2 of the Master of Supply Chain Management program.
Applicants holding a Bachelor of Business Administration or Bachelor of Commerce degree obtained within the last ten years from a recognized North American business school may request an assessment for Advanced Standing from our Graduation Admissions team should they have a minimum B grade in all applicable courses.
Work experience is not mandatory.
Applicants are NOT required to take the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
Proof of English language proficiency if prior studies were not completed in English: Test of English as a Foreign Language (iBT): 100 with minimum component scores of 23 or International English Language Testing System: 7.0 overall with minimum component scores of 6.5.
Completion of the online application including submission of essays, an up-to-date résumé and two references.

Degree Requirements

Master of Supply Chain Management

Students must successfully complete 39 credits of core coursework. In addition to the curriculum requirements, the Master of Supply Chain Management program is preceded by satisfactory completion of online course modules in Accounting, Finance and Statistics by AnyPrep.com. A Schulich-specific access code and instruction is sent to admitted, confirmed students before they begin their first academic term.

The 13 courses required for this program are listed below:

Group 1: Foundational Courses
Master of Management 5000 3.0: Business Communication and Team Dynamics
Master of Management 5060 3.0: Managerial Decision Analysis
Accounting 5200 3.0: Financial Decision For Managers
Marketing 5200 3.0: Marketing Management
Master of Management 5210 3.0: Design and Management of Organizational Processes

Group 2: Functional Courses
Operations Management and Information Systems 6200 3.0: Sustainable Supply Chain Strategies
Operations Management and Information Systems 6210 3.0: Transportation and Logistics Management
Operations Management and Information Systems 6220 3.0: Supply Relationship Management
Operations Management and Information Systems 6230 3.0: Coordinating Demand and Supply

Group 3: Applied Learning Courses
Operations Management and Information Systems 6300 3.0: Managing Change in Supply Chains
Operations Management and Information Systems 6310 3.0: Managing International Trade in Supply Chains
Operations Management and Information Systems 6320 1.5: Managing New Supply Chain Technology
Operations Management and Information Systems 6400 4.5: Supply Chain Consulting Project

The MSCM program can be completed on a full- or part-time basis. Entry is summer term.

The Graduate Program in Supply Chain Management is a three-term program when completed on a full-time basis, or six terms part time.

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Theatre

Alice — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 18:06:38 +0000

About us
Program of Study
Admission Requirements
Degree and Diploma Requirements

Location	Email Address	Program Website
Centre for Film & Theatre (CFT) 324	gradthea@yorku.ca	yorku.ca/gradstudies/theatre/

The Graduate Program in Theatre is a conservatory program set in the atmosphere of a multifaceted university. 91��ɫ’s program is unique in Canada and one of the very few of its kind and intensity in North America. Its fundamental mission is to help each student/artist fulfill her or his own potential as a creator.

The program rests on the principle that professional training in theatre is most effectively carried out in an atmosphere that approximates the profession to which the students aspire.

The program investigates the nature of the art and the skills needed for performance in today’s theatre, film and television industries. The program is geared to the advanced student who has a dedication to craft and performance-creation; to the highly talented student right out of undergraduate school; and to the professional in need of re-evaluation and a fuller understanding of the art form. The purpose of the training is to involve the developing artist in intensive explorations under the guidance of leading experts and specialists from the theatre department faculty, from across Canada and from the international theatre community.

The Graduate Program in Theatre at 91��ɫ is located in one of North America’s major centres for theatrical film, television and media production.

Students may obtain their Master of Fine Arts in combination with a Master of Business Administration degree. Please see the Combined MBA/MFA/MA section of this Calendar for more information.

The graduate program consists of a highly select group of up to twelve actors, four directors, three playwrights, two voice teachers, two acting teachers and two movement teachers.

Performance students focus their studies on preparation for the work they will encounter in the profession. Day to day training includes vocal, physical, and emotional work, improvisation, textual preparation, language preparation, mask work, clown work and scene study.

Directing students learn an appreciation of the craft of the actor by participating in some of the actor training. They take part in directing workshops and study approaches to research. They direct productions for the department.

Playwriting students. The objective of the playwriting area is to develop imagination and powers of observation, to stretch the playwrights’ reach and to help them discover a wide variety of options.

Design students. The design for performing arts field supports the development of committed professionals as master designers for theatre, dance and opera who understand the need to re-examine existing theatre practices and, while retaining their artistic and intellectual goal, do so in a sustainable and ecological manner.

Voice Teacher Diploma students.*
*This graduate diploma is not accepting new registrants. In addition to the actor training, the voice teacher diploma candidates engage in weekly seminars, observations, assist senior faculty and teach under supervision. The training includes voice, voice science, anatomy and physiology, language, speech sounds, phonetics, dialect, coaching techniques, and traditional and non-traditional approaches to voice.

For all students the first year of the program consists primarily of intensive studio work leading to a final project. The summer session is devoted to research, and the second year leads to a repertory of plays.

Admission Requirements

Candidates for admission for the performance, directing and playwriting fields are expected to satisfy one of the following requirements:

1) an honours four-year BA or BFA degree with a minimum “B” average;

OR,

2) an Ordinary three-year degree with a minimum “B” average and a minimum of three years additional theatre or related experience.

Exceptions may be made for mature students with additional professional theatre credits.

All candidates must attend an audition/interview.

Playwriting candidates must submit examples of their work. Directing candidates must present audition material and additionally they are given an assignment prior to their evaluation. Performance candidates must present audition material. Students are admitted every two years (next in Fall 2023). Auditions are held in major centres across the country. Please see the for deadlines.

Candidates for admission to the design in performing arts field are expected to satisfy one or more of the following requirements:

1) An Honours undergraduate degree or equivalent (typically a four-year full-time program) in theatre, film, environmental studies, engineering, or architecture or related discipline from a recognized postsecondary institution with a minimum grade point average of “B” in the final two years of full-time equivalent study, or an undergraduate degree program or equivalent in theatre, environmental studies, engineering, or architecture from a recognized postsecondary institution with a minimum grade point average of B in the final two years of full-time equivalent study plus a minimum of three years of professional theatre or other design related experience;

2) Completion of a program at a recognized training academy;

3) Documented design or production experience in professional theatre; and,

4) Documented professional design experience in other fields.

Since students are not admitted to the proposed field straight out of an undergraduate program, more attention is paid to the student’s early career.

Candidates are also expected to submit a portfolio, including:

Letter of interest;
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two letters of reference;
academic transcripts from all universities and colleges attended; visual documentation of candidate’s work in theatre or other fields; other visual materials, as applicable.

This graduate diploma is not accepting new registrants.

Only students who qualify for the Graduate Program in Theatre, in either the acting or directing stream, may enrol in the Graduate Diploma in Voice Teaching. This diploma can only be taken concurrently with the full-time five-semester MFA in Theatre.
Candidate voice teachers are expected to have professional acting experience and/or teaching experience subsequent to their Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Candidates must have other advanced training, for example, from the National Voice Intensive, Equity Showcase Theatre or other professional voice training programs.
Prospective voice teachers must attend an interview specifically related to the voice teaching.

This graduate diploma is not accepting new registrants.

Two different kinds of candidates are considered for admission to the diploma. They must be either:

Students who have a theatre background and have completed an MFA in Theatre, in either acting or directing.
OR
Students who do not come from a theatre background but have an advanced degree (MA or PhD) in linguistics, speech and hearing pathology, speech, mass communications or other related fields. They must be able to demonstrate experience and knowledge in theatre performance skills.

Additional Admission Interview and Audition

Candidates must have an advanced degree (MFA or equivalent) and therefore require more than the minimum academic admission requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and the Graduate Program in Theatre.
Voice teacher candidates are expected to have professional performing arts performance experience and/or teaching experience. Teaching experience may include traditional schooling at all levels as well as professional actor training studios.
Candidates must have other advanced performance training, for example: the National Voice Intensive, Equity Showcase Theatre or other professional voice training programs.
Prospective voice teachers must attend an interview/audition specifically related to voice teaching with the voice faculty where they demonstrate familiarity with various styles and forms of voice training through demonstration and performance.

Degree and Diploma Requirements

Students must successfully complete all degree requirements. The Graduate Program Director, in conjunction with the teaching faculty, prepares an evaluation of each student’s work once each term. If the work is not satisfactory, students can expect a notice of warning before being asked to leave the program. Since the first year is primarily studio exploration and the second year has a performance orientation, all students are reviewed at the end of the first year and must be invited into the second year. Thesis requirements vary
according to the student’s area of specialization, but may include the following:

Performance Students

Summer research project
Rehearsal/research log for final season of plays in the second year
Satisfactory participation in and the oral defence of their MFA thesis role

Directing Students

Summer research project
Satisfactory direction of several productions, plus one MFA thesis production
Oral defence of MFA thesis production

Playwriting Students

Summer research project
One-act play
Full-length play
Adaptation
Oral defence of full-length play

Design for the Performing Arts Students
The normal program length for design students is five terms.

First Year (Fall and Winter terms)

Theatre 5210 6.0: Graduate Research Seminar
Theatre 5410 6.0: History of Visual Sources Special Project
Theatre 5413 3.0: Graduate One Design for Performing Arts
Theatre 5412 6.0: Graduate One Directing and Design

Second Year (Fall and Winter terms)

Theatre 6413 3.0: Graduate Two Design for Performing Arts
Theatre 6000 0.0: MFA Thesis Research

Additional Course Requirements

Six credits in courses chosen from those offered by the Graduate Program in Theatre
Six credits in courses chosen from an approved cognate field at the graduate level. These courses should include environmental studies courses and fine arts courses that would be useful in the development of the final thesis project.

Comprehensive Examination

100 plays comprehensive test (normally completed by the second term of study).

Summer Research Project

The summer research project is normally completed in the third term (i.e., summer of first year of study). The project involving researching and developing ecological practices for design in theatre, whether sets, costumes or sound and lighting. A project proposal must be submitted to the Graduate Program Director and design instructor. A research paper is the end result and can be the basis of the sustainable technology of a student’s thesis project.

Thesis Project

Students are required to successfully complete a thesis project, including oral examination, in one of the following areas:

theoretical design for performing arts
practical design for performing arts
sustainable technology in performing arts

A theoretical design thesis is composed of four distinct parts: a thesis proposal, research paper, documented design and oral defence. Documented design should include a research paper, both from a sustainable point of view and historical/artistic, design drawings, technical drawings, and additional materials requested by the supervising professor.

A practical design thesis is composed of five distinctive parts: a thesis proposal, research paper, both from a sustainable point of view and historical/artistic, documented design, realized production and oral defence. Documented design should include relevant research, design drawings, technical drawings, photos from production and additional materials requested by the supervising professor. This project does not take place at 91��ɫ; rather, it may be in collaboration with The Canadian Stage Company or another professional group.

A sustainable technology thesis focuses on one of set design, costume design or lighting design, and may investigate alternate sustainable methods of design or develop a written conceptual design based on the ideals of ecological design. The thesis is composed of four distinct parts: a thesis proposal, research paper, documented design ideas and oral defence. The documented design should include both traditional and alternate techniques, necessary design and technical drawings and additional materials requested by the supervising professor.

Program Entry

The MFA program can be completed on a full-time basis. Entry is fall term.

Program Length

The expected degree completion time for full-time master’s students is 5 terms. Students must register and pay fees for a minimum of the equivalent of 5 terms of full-time study. All requirements for a master’s degree must be fulfilled within 12 terms (4 years) of registration as a full-time or part-time master’s student in accordance with Faculty of Graduate Studies’ registration policies.

Students must satisfy all graduate diploma requirements:

Summer research project
Special voice project
Everything expected of performance students

Students must satisfy all graduate diploma requirements:

Two full graduate courses
Teaching under supervision
Major voice training project

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Translation Studies/Traductologie

Alice — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 18:06:38 +0000

About us
Admission Requirements
Degree Requirements

Location	Email Address	Program Website
Glendon Campus	matrans@glendon.yorku.ca	yorku.ca/glendon/gradstudies/mats/

Languages of instruction: English and/or French
Langues d’enseignement : anglais et/ou français

The Graduate Program in Translation Studies offers courses and opportunities for advanced studies leading to the degree of Master of Arts in Translation Studies. It allows students to expand their knowledge on specific translation-related areas and to engage in a critical reflection on the role of language and translation in our contemporary world. The graduate program was established in 1991, in response to the increasing complexity of the translation-related language sector in Canada and to the growth of translation studies as a scholarly field. Through the years the program has maintained its original objectives while broadening its scope. Building on the Canadian experience of French-English translation, the program also welcomes students with a variety of backgrounds and language combinations. It is open to students who hold undergraduate translation degrees and to applicants from other fields. The Graduate Program in Translation Studies invites research on translation from various perspectives and fields of knowledge and practice. It prepares students for research in Translation Studies and offers on average two practical courses per year.

The program can be undertaken on a part-time or full-time basis. For full-time students, it is a two-year program. Courses are offered at Glendon College, 91��ɫ’s bilingual Faculty, close to Toronto city centre. Seminars are offered in English or in French. The average number of students taking courses at Glendon is 2,000 with some 200 at the School of Translation, including an average of 50 students in the MA program. Such small numbers are a guarantee of a more individualized learning environment, which is very valuable for research and studies at a higher level.

Admission Requirements

Master of Arts Program

For more information and an application package, please call or write:

MA in Translation Studies
Maîtrise en traductologie
Glendon Hall 214
Collège universitaire Glendon
2275, avenue Bayview Toronto, Ontario
Toronto (Ontario)
M4N 3M6 CANADA
Phone: (416) 487-6811
Email: jangoh@glendon.yorku.ca

or Graduate Admissions Office
91��ɫ
P.O. Box GA2300
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, Ontario
M3J 1P3 CANADA
Tel.: (416) 736-5000

Please consult the application material provided by the Graduate Admissions Office for deadlines.

The Master Program in Translation Studies is open to students who hold an honours undergraduate degree or equivalent from an accredited post- secondary institution, with a minimum grade point average of B in the final two years of study.

Applicants must be proficient in English and have a working knowledge of another language.

Other requirements:

Two letters of recommendation
Resumé or CV
Statement of interest of approximately 500-600 words, including the information on academic background and achievements, any work experience, interest in the program, competences already acquired and relevant to the program, and research goals to be achieved in the program; holders of a degree in a field other than translation are asked to explain how their specialization relates to Translation Studies
Oral exam - only applicants who satisfactorily meet all the above admission criteria will be invited to take the oral exam with the admissions committee. The exam will be conducted in English and will take the form of a structured interview.

Degree Requirements

Master of Arts Program

Students are required to take two mandatory courses:

TRAS 5100 Translation Studies

and

TRAS 5000 Research Methods in Translation Studies

Candidates for the MA degree by thesis must complete four half-courses and write a thesis based on original research. The thesis must be successfully defended at an oral examination.

Candidates for the MA Degree by major research paper must complete six half-courses and submit a major research paper on a well-defined topic. The major research paper is assessed and marked by the student’s research supervisor and by another member of the program.

Candidates for the MA degree by coursework must successfully complete eight half-courses, or equivalent, chosen from those offered by the program.

The MA program offers two types of courses:

Research-oriented courses taught in English or French
Practical non-language-specific courses taught in English

Although most courses are taught in English, in any given year a course may be offered in either English or French. The language of instruction is clearly indicated and the posting of the description of the course is in that language Written assignments, including the thesis and research paper, may be submitted in either English or French.

Not all courses are offered each year. For courses offered in any particular session, please consult the graduate program office and the
Graduate Program in Translation Studies course schedule website.

The MA program can be completed on a full- or part-time basis. Entry is fall term.

The expected degree completion time for full-time master’s students is two years. For those students who complete degree requirements earlier than 3 terms, they must register and pay fees for a minimum of the equivalent of 3 terms of full-time study. All requirements for a master’s degree must be fulfilled within 12 terms (4 years) of registration as a full-time or part-time master’s student in accordance with Faculty of Graduate Studies’ registration policies.

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Visual Arts

vinish — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 18:06:38 +0000

About us
Admission Requirements
Degree Requirements

Location	Email Address	Program Website
255 Centre for Fine Arts	dburns@yorku.ca	yorku.ca/gradstudies/visual-art/

Visual Arts offers practice-based degree programs at master’s and doctoral levels, as well as participating in a joint program with the Schulich School of Business. Students can obtain their Master of Fine Arts in combination with a Master of Business Administration degree. Please see the Combined MBA/MFA/MA section of this Calendar for more information.

At the core of the MFA program in Visual Arts, individual creative research and art production is developed in conjunction with an evolving understanding of theoretical discourses and debates surrounding contemporary art and culture. Central to the program is independent studio research, which can be carried out in any medium or a crossover of more than one. Set within a university context, the MFA in Visual Arts is a five term program that seeks to provide students with the ability to think rigorously about their art practice and its relation to society as a whole. Along with Visual Arts faculty members, other 91��ɫ faculty members, guest artists, curators and critics also support the development of students’ projects.

The primary objective of the PhD in Visual Arts is to provide opportunity for advanced independent research that is integrated within the development of original studio practice, in all visual arts media. This four year degree leads to both development as a professional artist and higher qualifications for university teaching positions. Participants in the program develop new methodologies for reconciling the two sometimes conflicting forces of scholarly depth and art world professionalism. These objectives are achieved through a combination of coursework in the Visual Arts program and in the university at large, and two exhibitions of original work accompanied by contextualizing papers. Students must demonstrate maturity in research as recognized by the academic sector as well as by their peers in the art community. Supervisory committees in the program include artists, scholars and art world professionals so as to foster the best intellectual environment for meeting the program’s objectives.

Admission Requirements

MFA

PhD

Total MFA graduate enrolment is 18 to 20 students, 8 to 10 of whom are admitted each year. Those admitted to the program are a combination of recent graduates from university art departments or art colleges, and artists who wish to return to an academic milieu after a period of professional life. Graduates with an Honours degree in Visual Arts or its equivalent from a recognized University, normally with at least a B (second class) standing, may be considered for admission. Artists lacking the formal academic qualifications, but showing exceptional promise and accomplishment through their portfolio presentation, may be recommended for admission to the Faculty of Graduate Studies at the discretion of the selection committee.

As the 91��ɫ MFA program in Visual Arts is designed to assist artists in developing a critical understanding of their work and its relation
to contemporary culture, the selection committee is interested in applications that indicate thoughtful and well-defined personal direction as evident in both the portfolio and the written statement.

Application

The requirements for a complete application, submitted online, to the MFA Visual Arts program at 91��ɫ are:
1) 20 images of recent work, with an information sheet corresponding to the works presented which gives the title, medium, size and date of each work. This sheet should also clarify whether/how the works are kinetic, installation, performative, computational, etc.
Video, film and electronic media may require a written synopsis for long works, and the role of the applicant in the production should be clear.
2) A written statement of intent (maximum 500 words) that includes a final paragraph on the applicant’s proposed studio research if
admitted to the program. This statement is a significant aspect of the application since applicants need to be able to express themselves in a coherent written form, and demonstrate an interest in contextualizing their personal research within contemporary critical debates on art.
3) Curriculum vitae.
4) Two academic letters of recommendation.
5) Academic transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.

Application Package

Application is online. See .
Note: All application material is submitted online. Please do not send anything by mail.

For any questions or inquiries, please consult the for contact information.

Selection Procedure

The applicant’s work and other documents are examined by two faculty members and one graduate student representing the studio area of the applicant’s primary choice. Frequently, additional faculty members from other studio areas examine the file at this stage. The files of those applicants with the highest recommendations are passed on for approval to the graduate executive (comprised of at least three faculty members, one elected graduate student and the Graduate Program Director of Visual Arts). The Graduate Program Director recommends admission to the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

A Master of Fine Arts with a minimum “B” average is required for application to this program, or an MA with studio concentration, as well as presentation of a portfolio of works and a qualifying research paper (MFA thesis paper or comparable peer-reviewed article). Selection committees to adjudicate the submissions are comprised of graduate faculty members.

Proficiency in written and spoken English is required.

The PhD in Visual Arts is a program of professionalization for advancing artists who already have a significant body of work. This term refers to their level of interest in and commitment to the development of research methods for exploring questions related to their practice. We are treating the visual arts as a broad field of study and practice that has various specializations within it. Students in the PhD program identify the specializations most pertinent to their work.

Application

The requirements for a complete application to the MFA Visual Arts program at 91��ɫ are:
1) 20 images of recent work, with an information sheet corresponding to the works presented which gives the title, medium, size and date of each work. This sheet should also clarify whether/how the works are kinetic, installation, performative, computational, etc. Video, film and electronic media may require a written synopsis for long works, and the role of the applicant in the production should be clear.
2) A written statement of intent (200 to 500 words) that includes a final paragraph on the applicant’s proposed studio research if admitted to the program. This statement is a significant aspect of the application since applicants need to be able to express themselves in a coherent written form, and demonstrate an interest in contextualizing their personal research within contemporary critical debates on art.
3) Curriculum vitae.
4) Two academic letters of recommendation.
5) Academic transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.

Application Package

Application is online. See .
Note: All application material is submitted online. Please do not send anything by mail.

For any questions or inquiries, please consult the Visual Arts program website for contact information for the Graduate Program Director and the Graduate Program Assistant.

Degree Requirements

MFA

PhD

MFA

All first year students must successfully complete three three-credit courses in contemporary theory and criticism: Visual Arts 5600 3.0: Contemporary Theory in the Visual Arts in term one and Visual Arts 5610 3.0: Theoretical Issues in Contemporary Art in term two, and Visual Arts 6020 3.0: Contemporary Visual Arts Summer Institute in term three.

All first and second year students must complete: a combined PhD/MFA Graduate Seminar: Visual Arts 5620/5640 3.0 (the seminar
is taken twice, as 5620 3.0 in term one and 5640 3.0 in term four, pass/fail); and Visual Arts 5650 3.0: Methods in Practice-Based
Research in term two.

First year MFA students are assigned a two-person supervisory committee composed of two faculty members from the program. In the second year, MFA students in Visual Arts engage in independent studio research and work with a supervisory committee composed of two faculty members from the program who are most able to address the students’ research needs and goals, as well as an outside member. This second year committee supervises the preparation of the thesis exhibition and thesis support paper and acts as part of the committee for the final oral examination.

Students are given a private studio at 91��ɫ during the five terms of the degree.

To graduate, each student must present a final solo thesis exhibition or performance, which is supported and elaborated by a written paper. The written paper should be 20 to 50 pages in length. At a final oral examination, both the art work and the written statement are defended.

Once the oral is passed, the student is required to provide the graduate program with a copy of the written support paper.

The MFA program can be completed on a full-time basis. Entry is fall term.

PhD

Candidates for the PhD degree must successfully complete the following requirements:

Doctoral students must successfully complete 21 graduate credits (seven 3.0 credit courses).

Required Courses
Visual Arts 6020 3.0: Contemporary Visual Art Summer Institute
Visual Arts 6030 3.0: Contemporary Visual Art Summer Institute
Visual Arts 5650 3.0: Methods in Practice- Based Research
PANF 7500 3.0: AMPD Advanced Research Doctoral Colloquium

Elective Courses
Students may take a maximum of three 3.0 credit courses as electives outside the program.

In addition to course work, the program requires a comprehensive examination by the end of second year (term 6) comprised of a self-curated survey exhibition of the candidate’s work and a 20-30-page paper that positions the work in relation to contemporary art practices and theoretical considerations. The examination normally takes place at the exhibition venue. It is expected that this examination will enable the student to reflect on the nature of their work to date and project the direction of their upcoming work, to be detailed in the dissertation proposal. It is expected that this examination enables the student to reflect on the nature of their past work and to formulate the direction of their upcoming work that is detailed in their dissertation proposal.

The objectives of the comprehensive examination are to equip students with the specialized knowledge they need to undertake research for their doctoral dissertation and to prepare and qualify students to teach at the university level.

Comprehensive exams follow Faculty of Graduate Studies’ regulations governing Graduate Milestone Examinations.

Following the comprehensive exam, a dissertation proposal should be submitted by the end of the sixth term (or at the latest, the beginning of the seventh term). The dissertation proposal will be approximately fifteen pages in length, with the addition of a bibliography. It outlines the nature of the proposed studio work and the theoretical/critical areas that inform it, through a survey of the pertinent texts.

By the end of the 12th term (approximately year 4) students are expected to orally defend a dissertation that presents their research in the form of a significant solo exhibition, accompanied by a dissertation paper of a minimum of 100 pages. A key criterion for assessing the dissertation exhibition and paper in the final oral examination is their contribution to practice-based scholarship. Dissertations are evaluated by standard Faculty of Graduate Studies’ oral defence procedures. When the supervisory committee is satisfied that a dissertation is ready for oral examination, it sends a signed oral defence examination notification form to the Faculty. The supervisor, working in conjunction with the Graduate Program Director, forms an examination committee according to the standards of the Faculty. A complete copy of the dissertation is sent to all members of the oral examination committee at least four weeks before a scheduled oral defence date.

The PhD program is on a full-time basis. Entry is fall term.

Normal degree completion time in our program is 12 consecutive terms (4 years years). Doctor of Philosophy students must register and pay fees for a minimum of the equivalent of four years of full-time registration.

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