Graduate Calendar - Fall 2020

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Fall 2020 Graduate Calendar
See Fall 2020 Graduate Calendar
About the Calendar
The Calendar is an official University document defining academic programs and the regulations which pertain to them. It is accurate
as of August 1, 2020. The University Senate reserves the right to modify the academic programs and regulations at its discretion
after the posting date of the Calendar. In addition, the University reserves the right to modify the published scale of tuition and other
student fees at any time before the beginning of an academic term. Moreover, the information contained in the Calendar or any other
University document related to academic programs and regulations is subject to verification and correction by the School of
Graduate Studies.
The School of Graduate Studies is located at 1550 de Maisonneuve Blvd W.
Office hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Telephone: [phone] ext.3800
Fax Number: 514-848-2812
Web address: concordia.ca/sgs
Communication of Information to Provincial Ministry of Education:
Under the terms of an agreement between Concordia University and the provincial Ministry of Education, approved by the Québec
Access to Information Commission, Concordia University is required to transmit to the Ministry some or all of the following
information concerning its students: the student’s permanent code, complete name, date of birth, gender, father’s complete name,
mother’s complete name and place of birth. This information is being transmitted, at the Ministry’s request, in order to provide the
Ministry with the tools to properly calculate funding for Concordia University, for planning purposes and to ensure the proper
management of public funds.
Produced by the School of Graduate Studies
Web Editor: A. Rico
Copyright Concordia University
Posted: August 1, 2020
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Fall 2020 Graduate Calendar
The Calendar is an official University document defining academic programs and regulations. It is accurate as of August
1, 2020. It includes all items approved at Senate up until April 24, 2020.
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Disclaimer
The University Senate reserves the right to modify the academic programs and regulations at its discretion after the posting date of the
Calendar. In addition, the University reserves the right to modify the published scale of tuition and other student fees at any time before
the beginning of an academic term. The most current information is available from the School of Graduate Studies. Moreover, the
information contained in the Calendar or any other University document related to academic programs and regulations is subject to
verification and correction by the School of Graduate Studies.
By the act of registration, each student becomes bound by the policies and regulations of Concordia University, including the Faculty in
which the student is registered. Students are responsible for familiarizing themselves with the general information, rules and regulations
contained in the Calendar, and with the specific information, rules and regulations of the Faculty or Faculties in which they are
registered or enrolled or seek registration or enrolment, as well as the specific requirements of each degree, diploma, certificate or
micro-credential sought.
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Academic Calendar Dates
Summer Term 2020
Summer Refer to the Graduate Registration Guide for exact dates of registration and the non-standard registration and withdrawal
Registration deadline dates.
May 2020
Sun, May 3 Examinations end
Mon, May 4 Classes begin, First-term and two-term summer session courses
Mon, May 11 Last day to add two-term and first-term Summer Session courses
Mon, May 11 Deadline for withdrawal with tuition refund* (DNE deadline) from two-term and first-term Summer Session courses
Mon, May 11 Deadline for withdrawal from program for Summer Session
Mon, May 11 In Progress deadline to submit coursework to professors for Winter 2019 courses
Mon, May 18 Victoria Day, University Closed
June 2020
Mon, Jun. 1 Last day for academic withdrawal from first-term Summer Session courses (/1 DISC)
Wed, June 10 Spring Convocations - Faculty of Arts and Science
Thu, June 11 Spring Convocations - GIna Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science
Mon, June 15 Spring Convocations - John Molson School of Business
Mon, June 15 Spring Convocations - Faculty of Fine Arts
Mon, Jun. 15 Last day to apply for re-evaluation of courses ending in April 2020 (/3 and /4)
Wed, Jun. 17 Last day of classes for first-term Summer Session
Thur, Jun. 18 Examinations begin, first-term summer session finals
Thur, Jun. 18 Mid-term break for two-term Summer Session begins
Tue, Jun. 23 Examinations end, first-term summer session finals
Wed, Jun. 24 Mid-term break for two-term Summer Session ends
Wed, Jun. 24 Fête Nationale, University closed
Thur, Jun. 25 Classes begin, second-term Summer Session
July 2020
Wed, Jul. 1 Canada Day, University closed
Thur, Jul. 2 Last day to add second-term Summer Session courses
Thur, Jul. 2 Deadline for withdrawal with tuition refund* from second-term Summer Session courses (/1 DNE)
Wed, Jul. 8 Last day for academic withdrawal from two-term Summer Session courses (/1 DISC)
Tue, Jul. 14 Last day for initial doctoral thesis submission to the Thesis Office for students who have applied for Fall graduation
Wed, Jul. 15 Last day to apply for Fall graduation
Mon, Jul. 27 Last day for academic withdrawal from second-term Summer Session courses (/1 DISC)
August 2020
Sat, Aug. 1 Last day to apply for Quebec Resident status for Summer Session 2020
Tue, Aug. 4 Deadline to submit electronic Master thesis to department for Fall convocation; consult with your department
Wed, Aug. 12 Last day of classes for two-term and second-term Summer Session
Thur, Aug. 13 Examinations begin, two-term Summer Session finals
Tue, Aug. 18 Examinations end, two-term Summer Session finals
Fall Term 2020
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Fall/Winter Refer to the Graduate Registration Guide for exact dates of registration and the non-standard registration and withdrawal
Registration deadline dates.
September 2020
Tue, Sep. 1 Last day for final electronic submission of thesis through Spectrum, the Concordia Repository, for students who are
graduating in the Fall Term
Mon, Sep. 7 Labour Day, University closed
Tue, Sep. 8 Classes begin, Fall Term
Wed, Sep. 9 Registration begins for newly admitted students - Winter Session
Mon, Sep. 21 Last day to add two-term (/3) and Fall-term (/2) courses
Mon, Sep. 21 Deadline for withdrawal with tuition refund* from two-term (/3 DNE) and Fall-term courses (/2 DNE)
Mon, Sep. 21 Deadline for withdrawal from program for Fall Session
Mon, Sep. 21 In Progress deadline to submit coursework to professors for Summer 2020 courses
October 2020
Thur, Oct. 1 Last day to apply for re-evaluation of courses ending in August 2020 (/1)
Sat, Oct. 3 Replacement examinations - Summer Session
Mon, Oct. 12 Thanksgiving Day, University closed (see December 8, 2020)
November 2020
TBA Fall Convocations
Mon, Nov. 9 Last day for academic withdrawal from Fall-term courses (/2 DISC)
Mon, Nov. 9 Last day to register with the Access Centre for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) and receive exam accommodations for
the Fall 2020 final exam
December 2020
Tue, Dec. 1 Last day to apply for Quebec Resident status for Fall Term 2020
Mon, Dec. 7 Last day of classes, Fall Term
Tue, Dec. 8 Make-up day for classes scheduled on Monday, October 12
Wed, Dec. 9 Examinations begin
Wed, Dec. 23 Examinations end
Wed, Dec. 23 Aide financière aux études (AFE) end of funding for Fall Term
Thur, Dec. 24 Holiday period, University closed
to Tue, Jan. 5
Winter Term 2021
Fall/Winter Refer to the Graduate Registration Guide for exact dates of registration and the non-standard registration and withdrawal
Registration deadline dates.
January 2021
Wed, Jan. 6 Classes begin, Winter Term
Fri, Jan. 15 Last day for students to apply for Spring graduation
Tue, Jan. 19 Last day to add Winter-term courses (/4)
Tue, Jan. 19 Deadline for withdrawal with tuition refund* from Winter-term courses (/4 DNE)
Tue, Jan. 19 Deadline for withdrawal from program for Winter Session
Tue, Jan. 19 In Progress deadline to submit coursework to professors for Fall 2020 courses
February 2021
Mon, Feb. 1 Last day to apply for re-evaluation of courses ending in December 2020 (/2)
Thur, Feb. 11 Last day for initial doctoral thesis submission to the Thesis Office for students who have applied for Spring graduation
March 2021
Mon, Mar. 1 Mid-term break begins
Thur, Mar. 4 Deadline to submit electronic Master thesis to department for Spring convocation; consult with your department
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Fri, Mar. 5 President's Holiday, University closed
Sun, Mar. 7 Mid-term break ends
Fri, Mar. 19 Last day to register with the Access Centre for Students with Disabilities (ACSD) and receive exam accommodations for
the Winter 2021 final exam
Mon, Mar. 22 Last day for academic withdrawal from two-term (/3 DISC) Winter-term (/4 DISC) courses
April 2021
Thur, Apr. 1 Last day to apply for Quebec Resident status for Winter term 2021
Thur, Apr. 1 Last day for final electronic submission of thesis through Spectrum, the Concordia Repository for students who are
graduating in the Spring Term
Fri, Apr. 2 University closed (see April 15, 2021)
Sat, Apr. 3 University closed (see April 15, 2021)
Sun, Apr. 4 University closed
Mon, Apr. 5 University closed (see April 14, 2021)
Tue, Apr. 13 Last day of classes, Winter Term
Wed, Apr. 14 Make-up day for classes scheduled on April 5
Thur, Apr. 15 Make-up day for classes scheduled on April 2 and 3
Sat, Apr. 17 Examinations begin
Fri, Apr. 30 Aide financière aux études (AFE) end of funding for Winter Term

* Tuition refund only applies to diploma, certificate, independent, visiting, and qualifying programs.
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Academic Regulations
Academic Year
The academic year begins with a Summer Session (May to August) followed by a Regular Session (September to April).
Summer Session:
The Summer Session covers all courses offered from the beginning of May and the end of August.
Regular Session:
The Regular Session is divided into a Fall Term (September to December) and a Winter Term (January to April), each of 15 weeks’
duration, including an examination period. The Academic Calendar at the beginning of this publication contains precise dates for the
beginning and end of classes.
Residence
Minimum Residence for Doctoral Degrees. The minimum residence requirement for a doctoral degree is 6 terms (two years) of full-
time graduate study beyond the master’s degree, or the equivalent in part-time study, or 9 terms (3 years) of full-time graduate study
beyond the bachelor’s degree for those students who are permitted to enroll for doctoral studies without completing a master’s degree.
It should be understood that this is a minimum requirement, and that a longer period may be necessary in order to complete all the work
that is required for the degree. In special circumstances, departments may permit or require candidates to spend a period of time in
residence at another institution, subject to the approval from the School of Graduate Studies. When such arrangements are made, it is
understood that the candidate will be engaged in full-time study, and that the institution will be able to provide appropriate supervision
and research facilities. In all cases, candidates for a doctoral degree from Concordia University must complete at least two years of
graduate study at this university, including the final year of the required residence period.
Minimum Residence for Master’s Degrees. The minimum residence requirement for the master’s degree is 3 terms (one year) of full-
time study, or the equivalent in part-time study. This requirement must be met regardless of the amount of graduate work previously
completed in any other program or at any other university. Certain master’s programs require longer periods of minimum residence.
Time Limits
Students who exceed the time limit as outlined below will be withdrawn from their program. Under exceptional circumstances a time
limit may be extended upon the recommendation of the Graduate Program Committee and the approval of the Dean of Graduate
Studies.
Duration of Programs. It is expected that full-time students will complete the requirements for most doctoral degree programs within
12 terms (4 years). The expected time to completion for a master’s/magisteriate degree for full-time students is 6 terms (2 years) and
the diploma and certificate is 3 terms (1 year). In the case of the MFA, the expected time to completion is 8 terms.
Time Limits for Doctoral Degrees. All work for a doctoral degree must be completed within 18 terms (6 years) of full-time study or 24
terms (8 years) of part-time study from the time of original registration in the program.
Time Limits for Master’s/Magisteriate Degrees. All work for a master’s/magisteriate degree for full-time students must be completed
within 9 terms (3 years) from the time of initial registration in the program; for part-time students the time limit is 15 terms (5 years). In
the case of MFA, the time limit for full-time students is 12 terms (4 years); for part-time students the time limit is 15 terms (5 years). In
the case of the EMBA, the time limit for full-time students is 6 terms (2 years).
Time Limits for Diploma Programs. All work for a diploma program must be completed within 6 terms (2 years) from the time of initial
registration in the program for full-time students; for part-time students the time limit is 12 terms (4 years). In the case of the Diploma in
Clinical Psychology, the time limit is 9 terms (3 years) for full-time students; for part-time students the time limit is 15 terms (5 years).
Time Limits for Graduate Certificate Programs. All work for a graduate certificate program must be completed within 6 terms (2
years) from the time of initial registration in the program for full-time students; for part-time students the time limit is 9 terms (3 years). In
the case of UNIT, the time limit for full-time students is 5 terms.
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Time Limits if transferring from a PhD to Master’s in a similar area of research would be granted a time limit based on the expected
completion (4 years), less the number of years spent in the PhD program, or 2 years, whichever is greater; or the equivalent for part-
time study.
Time Limit if transferring from a Master’s to a Diploma in a similar area of study would be granted a time limit of 2 years, less the
number of years in the Master’s, or 1 year, whichever is greater; or the equivalent for part-time study.
Time Limit if transferring from a Diploma to a Master’s in a similar area of study would be granted a time limit of 3 years, less the
number of years in the Diploma; or the equivalent for part-time study.
Academic Standing
The academic progress of graduate students is assessed at the end of every term. To be considered in good standing, students in
doctoral programs must maintain the F Rule, C Rule and an Assessment Grade Point Average (AGPA) of at least 3.00 based on a
minimum of 12 credits.
Students in master's, graduate diploma and graduate certificate programs must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.70.
For program specific requirements, please refer to the Program section of the Calendar.
Independent and Visiting students are only subject to the F Rule.
F Rule
Graduate students who receive a failing grade in the course of their studies will be withdrawn from the program unless continuation in
the program is requested by the student’s program or Faculty and approved by the Dean of Graduate Studies. If withdrawn from
program, students may apply for re-admission (see Withdrawal for Academic Reasons. Students who receive another failing grade after
re-admission will be withdrawn from the program and will not be considered for re-admission.
C Rule
Graduate students who receive more than one C grade during the course of their studies will be withdrawn from the program unless
continuation in the program is requested by the student’s program or Faculty and approved by the Dean of Graduate Studies. Course-
based programs in the John Molson School of Business do not have a C Rule. Individual programs may have more stringent
regulations; students should check their program’s entry or with the Graduate Program Director.
Students who have been withdrawn may apply for re-admission (see Withdrawal for Academic Reasons in Graduate Admission
section). Students who receive another C after re-admission will be withdrawn from the program and will not be considered for re-
admission. Students should refer to the section on Academic Standing in their program’s calendar entry.
Qualifying Program B- Rule
Graduate students who receive a grade lower than B in a course in a Qualifying Program will be withdrawn from the program unless
continuation in the program is requested by the student’s program or Faculty and approved by the Dean of Graduate Studies.
Assessment Grade Point Average (AGPA)
The academic progress of graduate students is monitored at the end of every term. To be considered in good standing, students in
doctoral programs must maintain an Assessment Grade Point Average (AGPA) of at least 3.00 based on a minimum of 12 credits.
Students whose AGPA falls below 3.00 are considered to be in poor standing. Students whose AGPA falls below 3.00 for any two
assessment periods are considered to be in failed standing. Individual programs may have more stringent AGPA regulations; students
should check their program’s calendar entry or with the Graduate Program Director.
Students in master’s, graduate diploma and graduate certificate programs must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.70 during their program
of study in order to be considered in good academic standing. Students whose AGPA falls below 2.70 are considered to be in poor
standing. Students whose AGPA falls below 2.70 for any two assessment periods are considered to be in failed standing. Individual
programs may have more stringent AGPA regulations; students should check their program’s calendar entry or with the Graduate
Program Director.
Students in qualifying programs or concurrent qualifying programs in undergraduate courses will be assigned a grade in accordance
with the undergraduate grading system for undergraduate courses. For all courses a B grade is required in order to ensure that the
minimum standards of the graduate grading system are maintained. In addition, students must meet specific program requirements for
good academic standing.
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GPA Graduation Requirement
In order to graduate, students in doctoral programs must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00. Students in master's, diploma and
graduate certificate programs must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.70 in order to graduate. Individual programs may have more
stringent regulations; students should check their programs' regulations or with the Graduate Program Director.
Thesis Supervision
Students who do not have a supervisor when required by their program will be withdrawn from that program. Students may request to
be allowed to remain registered in the program after this point for a maximum of four months in order to secure a new supervisor.
Graduation Application
Degree, diploma, and certificate candidates who expect to complete their program requirements in a particular term must apply to
graduate by filling out the online Graduation Application Form. The form should be completed by January 15 for spring graduation and
July 15 for fall graduation.
Note: In programs requiring a master’s or doctoral thesis, there are deadlines for thesis submission which must be met if a student is to
graduate at a particular graduation. These deadlines are outlined in the Academic Calendar.
Credit System
Concordia University has adopted a system of assigning credits to the components of its graduate programs. This system was
recommended by the Conseil des Universités du Québec for implementation in all the universities of the Province of Québec. The
fundamental concepts in this system are defined in the Rapport du Conseil des Universités sur les Diplômes Universitaires. The credit
base takes into account the total activity of the student in terms of lectures, seminars, conferences, laboratories, studio or practice
periods, practica, and research, including, where appropriate, the number of hours of personal work required, as estimated by the
university. A credit is considered to represent a minimum of 45 hours devoted by the student to an educational activity as described
above.
Language of Instruction
While the language of instruction in Concordia University is normally English, students have the right to write their assignments and
examinations in French. It must be understood, however, that in a case where a professor cannot read French, the assignments and
examinations must be read by another professor, with possible disadvantages and delays for the student. Students are advised to
enquire of the instructor at the beginning of the course whether assignments and examinations written in French will be read personally
by the professor. Notwithstanding the above, language and literature departments may require assignments and examinations to be
written in the language being studied.
Grading System
The grades and other notations described and defined in this section are those used for the evaluation of graduate courses and certain
other graduate degree and diploma components. Some programs have academic regulations supplementing these definitions and
descriptions. Such additional regulations define what is required in terms of grades for a student to be considered in good standing in a
program. Refer to the relevant program section of this calendar and, where the academic regulations for a program have not been
stated, consult the Graduate Program Director. Grades used for graduate courses or courses taken as part of a graduate program
are A+, A, A-, B+, B, B-, C, Pass, F, Fail, Fail/Absent (F/ABS), Audit , In Progress (IP) and In Progress Extension (IPE).
The weight accorded to the various elements of the performance of each student is at the discretion of the instructor or instructors
responsible for the course. At the beginning of a course the instructor will provide students with the evaluation scheme in writing. The
scheme cannot be altered without appropriate notice.
1. Each doctoral and master’s program has a rule which limits the number of C grades a student may obtain, and still meet the degree
requirements. Diploma and Certificate programs also limit the number of C grades a student may obtain. (See C Rule above).

2. Fail or F describes work below the acceptable standard in a course. When a student receives a Fail, F or a Fail/Absent (F/ABS)
grade in any course taken as part of a graduate program, it is the responsibility of the department or Faculty to recommend to the
School of Graduate Studies whether or not the student should be permitted to continue in the program.

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3. Fail/Absent (F/ABS) is used when the instructor at the end of the course has not received the required work and has not granted an
extension of the deadline. It is a permanent grade.

4. Using the grade point equivalents listed below, grade point averages are calculated and used to measure academic achievement:
A+ = 4.30, A = 4.00, A- = 3.70, B+ = 3.30, B = 3.00, B- = 2.70, C = 2.00, Fail = 0, F = 0 and Fail/Absent (F/ABS) = 0.

5. Audit is the grade assigned to courses that are not taken for credit and which do not count towards the completion of a program. A
course taken for this grade must be so designated at the beginning of the term. Students may audit a graduate course with
permission of the Graduate Program Director of the program in which the course is offered, once the director is satisfied that the
student is qualified to take the course. Auditing students are expected to attend class, but are not required to complete assignments
or write examinations.

6. The In Progress (IP) notation is used when a student, who has completed a substantial portion of the course, cannot complete the
course in time for reporting grades due to circumstances beyond their control. This notation may be assigned only to individual
students, not to entire classes. The IP notation is only used in combination with a valid course grade (e.g. “B/IP”, “F/IP”). The grade
is assigned on the basis that the missing work is graded as zero and included in calculating the overall grade. Students must
complete courses with IP notations by the DNE deadline of the following term or the Fall DNE deadline for Summer term courses
(see Academic Calendar for precise dates). If the course is not completed, the IP notation will be removed at the DISC deadline and
an INC notation will be recorded along with the grade and the grade will become the permanent grade. If the course is completed
after the DNE deadline the grade will not be changed (e.g. “B/INC”, “F/INC”). The Incomplete (INC) notation is used to indicate that
the student did not complete the required work for the course.
Under exceptional circumstances an additional period of In Progress Extension (IPE) may be granted. Requests for an IPE notation
should be submitted as a student request, supported by relevant documentation including confirmation of the instructor’s support for
a further extension prior to the DNE deadline.

In-Progress Leave (IPL) is an administrative extension to indicate the student is on a Leave of Absence and the IP or IPE grade
reporting deadline is extended until the end of the leave.

In-Progress (IPM) is an administrative notation to indicate the student has been granted an exceptional extension until a specific
date to complete the work.

Either graduate programs or the School of Graduate Studies may prevent/remove course registrations on the basis of outstanding
IP/IPE notations on the student record.
Grades with IP, IPE, IPL or IPM notations are not included in GPA calculations.
Grades with an INC notation are included in the GPA calculations.
Students will be required to complete the course(s) with IP/IPE notations by the DNE deadline following their return from Leave.
Academic Term IP Deadline for student to IP Deadline for professor IPE Deadline for student to IPE deadline for professor
submit outstanding work to submit final grade submit outstanding work to submit final grade
Summer DNE of Fall Term DISC of Fall Term December 15 of Fall Term End of Fall Term
Fall DNE of Winter Term DISC of Winter Term April 15 of Winter Term End of Winter Term
Winter DNE of 1st Summer Term DISC of Summer Term August 15 of Summer Term End of Summer Term
7. Accepted (ACC) or Rejected (REJ) is the final grade given to a thesis or thesis-equivalent. Under exceptional circumstances, the
School of Graduate Studies can apply a grade of F.
8. Pass or Fail is the final grade normally given to comprehensive examinations, internships and language proficiency examinations.
Students who fail a comprehensive examination may be permitted to sit for a second examination. Students who fail a language
proficiency examination may be permitted to make no more than two further attempts to satisfy the requirement.
In addition, the following are notations which are not grades:
1. Discontinued (DISC) is used to indicate that the student withdrew from the course in question before the withdrawal deadline. The
notation appears permanently on the student record and official transcript. It carries no grade point value and does not count in
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