Congratulations! You are in the final stages of completing your degree. Please review the information below to ensure that your plans to complete your degree are in accordance with School of Graduate Studies policies.

Doctoral and Master's with Thesis-Based Component

• Step 1 – Write: General Thesis Regulations (Formatting & Other Resources)
• Step 2 - Defend: Preparation for your Oral Examination
• Step 3 – Final Submission

Course-Based Master's or Master's with Major Paper

Ensure that your department has submitted a Non-Thesis Cleared to Graduate Form to Student Records in the School of Graduate Studies. Please also first consult your department for any queries regarding completing your degree.

Questions about degree completion?

Please contact:

Julie Birch
Student Records Supervisor
905-525-9140 x 23685

School of Graduate Studies
McMaster University
Gilmour Hall, Room 212
Hamilton, ON
L8S 4L8

Convocation

• Spring 2012
• Fall 2012