ONCORDIA

GRADUATE
VIEWBOOK
2020 • 2021
 CONTENTS
WELCOME
TO CONCORDIA 2
A NEXT-GENERATION
UNIVERSITY 4
INNOVATION AND CREATION: THE
FOUNDATION OF OUR RESEARCH 6
GRADUATE
PROGRAMS 8
FUNDING &
SCHOLARSHIPS 18
APPLY TO
CONCORDIA 19
TUITION FEES &
COST OF LIVING 20
SUCCEEDING AT
CONCORDIA AND BEYOND 21
 BONJOUR
MONTRÉAL

WELCOME TO
CONCORDIA
At Concordia University, we provide a fertile research and
creation ecosystem in which you are encouraged to apply your
skills both creatively and practically.
We offer a wide range of programs and resources that meet the
needs of an incredibly diverse university community. Graduate
students work alongside internationally recognized faculty
members in state-of-the-art labs, experimental exhibition spaces,
smart classrooms and libraries to bring their research –and their
results - into the larger world.

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BEST STUDENT CITY IN NORTH AMERICA
Source: Quecquarelli Symonds (QS) Best Student Cities, 2019
Concordia is situated in the heart of beautiful, historic Montréal.
Ranked among the top ten best cities worldwide for students by
the QS University Rankings, Montréal is a vibrant, international
hub with two official languages, four major universities and a
4 th SPACE IS CONCORDIA'S EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING VENUE
where the university community engages with the public to spark conversation and foster
innovation. Explore concordia.ca/4thspace.
diverse mix of cultures. It is one of North America’s leading
research centers in aerospace engineering, clean technology, life
sciences, video games and the arts.
A UNESCO city of design alongside the likes of Berlin, Istanbul
and Mexico City, Montréal is known for its beauty, affordability
and safety.
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 A NEXT-GENERATION
Concordia is a forward-thinking university that seeks new ways to
engage with the world. It is a community comprised of more than
9,500 graduate students who challenge norms and push their work
beyond disciplinary boundaries into new avenues of understanding.
6 REASONS TO
LOVE CONCORDIA
CUTTING EDGE RESEARCH
Our technological, economic and social innovations make a lasting
impression - both at home and abroad. Find out more at
concordia.ca/research
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Concordia’s GradProSkills program offers practical, relevant
workshops – many of them free – designed to provide the academic
and professional skill sets needed to succeed in today’s workplace.
Read more at concordia.ca/gradproskills
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UNIVERSITY
FOSTERED ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Concordia’s District 3 Innovation Center provides enterprising
students with a constructive environment to develop their startups
and achieve success in their business goals. Learn more at d3center.ca
EXPERIENTIAL, HANDS-ON LEARNING
Students can broaden their education through co-ops, internships,
individualized programs, exchange programs and/or cotutelles. Find
out more at concordia.ca/co-op
FRENCH LANGUAGE SUPPORT
International students have access to resources to help them improve
their French language skills through the Réussir en Francais program.
French language and advanced English workshops are also available
through GradProSkills. Visit concordia.ca/reussirenfrancais.ca
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Concordia is home to wide variety of student groups that bring
together individuals with shared passions, from space exploration to
sports to social change. Check out concordia.ca/students/clubs
TWO VIBRANT CAMPUSES
With two campuses in two different parts of the city, our students enjoy the bustle of the Sir George Williams campus in the heart of
downtown and the quiet tranquility of the historic Loyola campus, 7km west. Free shuttles connecting the two depart every 20 minutes
throughout the day. Visit concordia.ca/campus-life

CONCORDIA IS ALSO HOME TO...

2000+ PROFESSORS

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RESEARCH
LIBRARIANS UNITS

ALEX NGUYEN
MSc, EXERCISE SCIENCE
At Concordia, the collaboration of leading researchers from
different departments provides a very unique learning experience.
The university has outstanding professors who truly support their
students towards their academic goals.

I'm currently being supervised by Dr. Dang-Vu from the Sleep,

Cognition, & Neuroimaging Lab in the Department of Health,
Kinesiology, & Applied Physiology, along with Dr. Grova from
the Multimodal Functional Imaging Lab in the Department of
Physics. Together, we are investigating the effects of sleep
deprivation and recovery nap on brain connectivity and
performance during cognitive tasks using fMRI.

Their labs operate in synergetic environment allowing me to

benefit from the mentorship of post-doctoral and PhD students.

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 INNOVATION
AND CREATION:
THE FOUNDATION
OF OUR RESEARCH
RESEARCH
$53.1 MILLION
Concordia hosts 21 research units, from Nano Science to Oral
History, many of which offer research assistantships and fellowships.
REVENUE:
Visit concordia.ca/research/units to explore the full range of
research areas.

Students interested in working with a specific faculty member

within a research unit are encouraged to contact them directly.
Visit explore.concordia.ca to search by name or keyword. 133 RESEARCH
CHAIRS

NURA JABAGI
PhD, BUSINESS
TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT
I first chose Concordia for my MBA because of its well-known
ties with the business community and its philanthropic spirit. I also
developed a deep appreciation for its real-world teaching approach
making it a no-brainer for me when it came time to decide on
where to do my PhD.

My research focuses on the Digital Economy and on understanding

how technological advances are disrupting industries, businesses,
and jobs. Concordia’s philosophies and connections with real-world
practice allow me to pursue my studies free from academia’s ivory
towers. My supervisor always encourages me to explore topics I’m
passionate about which is important since the PhD is a marathon,
and the best fuel is the interest you have in your research.

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INTERDISCIPLINARY
CENTRES AND INSTITUTES
Concordia is home to cutting-edge research facilities to help propel
our research to new heights. Our facilities are built to support our
students’ bold ideas and new approaches, to foster pure research
and practical, useable results. Explore our research units and facilities
at concordia.ca/research/units. Facilities include:
THE GENOME FOUNDRY
The first Canadian laboratory of its kind, this pioneering facility brings
automation to the rapidly evolving field of synthetic biology. The
Foundry’s robotics allow for speed and absolute precision, greatly
increasing the variety and number of experiments that can be
completed, and the accuracy with which they can be reproduced.
Find out more at concordia.ca/research.
THE PERFORM CENTRE
The PERFORM Centre provides an integrated and comprehensive
environment to promote healthier lives through changes in
behaviour and lifestyle by offering research opportunities, education,
and prevention-based programs. This unique facility houses eight
large inter-related equipment platforms. Check it out at
concordia.ca/perform
THE LEONARD & BINA ELLEN ART
GALLERY
The Leonard & Bina Ellen Art Gallery is dedicated to the research,
dissemination and critical examination of Canadian and international
contemporary art. It presents exhibitions, provides educational
programs and produces publications. Visit ellengallery.concordia.ca.

MILIEUX
At the crossroads of Design, Art and Technology, Milieux is
an ambitious institute for research-creation. It is a platform for
progressive imagining, critical thinking, creative experimentation and
# OF RESEARCH
SPONSORS 154
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interdisciplinary training. Research clusters include: Indigenous Futures
· Performing Arts (LePARC) · Participatory Media · Media History ·
Post Image· Technoculture, Art & Games · Speculative Life · Textiles DECLARATIONS
& Materiality. Explore the possibilities at milieux.concordia.ca. OF INVENTION

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 Concordia’s faculties offer research and professional programs that help students develop valuable skills for the workplace.
Thesis and non-thesis offerings are available, giving students the flexibility to complete a program that best matches their goals for the future.

FACULTY OF
ARTS AND SCIENCE
GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Degree/ Approx. Application Deadline

Department Program Options Primary Campus
Certificate Duration Sept. Jan. May
Human Systems Intervention MA 2 yrs RP LOY Feb. 1 - -
Applied Human Sciences
Youth Work Diploma 1 yr CB FW & I LOY March 1 - -
MSc** 2 yrs TH LOY Feb. 1 Sept. 1 -
Biology
Biology PhD** 4 yrs TH LOY Feb. 1 Sept. 1 -
Biotechnology and Genomics Diploma 1 yr CB RP LOY Feb. 1 - -
Centre for Interdisciplinary Studies
Humanities PhD** 4 yrs TH SGW Jan. 15 - -
in Society and Culture
MSc 2 yrs TH LOY Jun. 1 Sept. 1 Feb. 1
Chemistry and Biochemistry Chemistry
PhD 4 yrs TH LOY Jun. 1 Sept. 1 Feb. 1
Diploma 1 yr CB LOY Feb. 15 - -
Communication Studies
PhD 4 yrs TH LOY Feb. 1 - -
Communication Studies
TH or CB or
Media Studies MA 2 yrs LOY Jan. 15 - -
RC or RP
Diploma 1 yr CB SGW Feb. 1 June 1 -
Economics Economics MA 2 yrs RP CO SGW Feb. 1 June 1 -
PhD 4 yrs TH SGW Feb. 1 - -
Adult Education Diploma 1 yr CB I SGW Feb. 1* Aug. 1* -
Applied Linguistics MA 2 yrs TH or E SGW Dec. 1* Aug. 1* -
Child Studies MA 2 yrs TH or I SGW Dec. 1* Aug. 1* -
Education Education PhD 4 yrs TH SGW Dec. 1* Aug. 1* -
Educational Studies MA 2 yrs TH or E SGW Dec. 1* Aug. 1*
Educational Technology MA 2 yrs TH or I SGW Dec. 1* Aug. 1*
Instructional Technology Diploma 1 yr CB SGW Dec. 1* Aug. 1* -
Creative Writing MA 2 yrs TH SGW Jan. 15 - -
English English Literature MA 2 yrs RP SGW Jan. 15 - -
English Literature PhD 4 yrs TH SGW Jan. 15
Technologies de la traduction Certificate 1 yr CB SGW March 1 Nov. 1 -
Traduction Diploma 1 yr CB & I SGW March 1 Nov. 1 -
Traductologie
MA 2 yrs CB SGW March 1 Nov. 1 -
(professionnelle)
Études françaises Traductologie (théorique) MA 2 yrs TH SGW July 15 Nov. 15 -
Microprogramme en
didactique et linguistique pour
Certificate 1 yr CB & I SGW June 1 - -
l'enseignement du français
langue seconde

Health, Kinesiology and MSc 2 yrs TH LOY Feb. 1 - -

Health and Exercise Science
Applied Physiology PhD 4 yrs TH LOY Feb. 1 Sept. 1 Feb 1

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ZAHRA YOUSEFLI
PhD, BUILDING ENGINEERING
Concordia’s Department of Building, Civil, and Environmental
Engineering (BCEE) is a pioneer when it comes to advances in the
construction industry. It has provided me with a bridge between
my educational objectives and professional skills.

My research focuses on dynamic support systems for Canadian

hospitals and my supervisors are leaders in their domain. They
have fully supported my research and helped me develop my
capabilities to their full potential.

9,500+
GRADUATE STUDENTS
AND POSTDOCTORAL
FELLOWS FROM
160+
COUNTRIES

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 STATE-OF-THE-ART
LIBRARY
Concordia's library, which includes the Webster, Vanier and
Grey Nuns branches, offers 24/7 access – unique among
Canadian universities – including three dedicated silent
dissertation writer’s rooms.
Our beautiful Grey Nuns Reading Room (study area) is an award-
winning repurposed space that is now classified as a National
Historic site. Explore at library.concordia.ca.
Our next-gen library features 3D printers, VR goggles,
a lithography press and dedicated graduate librarians.

MATTHEW BROOKS
MFA, PHOTOGRAPHY
I became immersed in the photography community during my BFA
at Concordia and decided to stay for my MFA. We have extensive
analog and digital photography facilities, wonderful faculty and
many opportunities for funding.

I produce large-scale photographs and working as a research

assistant to my supervisor led me to establish my own studio. As
I head into to my thesis exhibition, I can say that Concordia has
really checked off all the boxes for me.

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FACULTY OF
ARTS AND SCIENCE
GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Degree/ Approx. Application Deadline

Department Program Options Primary Campus
Certificate Duration Sept. Jan. May
Diploma 1 yr CB SGW Feb. 1 - -
Environmental Assessment
Geography, Planning and MEnv 2 yrs CB I SGW Feb. 1 - -
Environment Geography, Urban and MSc** 2 yrs TH SGW Feb. 1 - -
Environmental Studies PhD** 4 yrs TH SGW Feb. 1 - -
MA** 2 yrs TH SGW Feb. 1 Oct. 1 -
History History
PhD** 4 yrs TH SGW Feb. 1 - -
Digital Innovation in TH or RC
MA** 2 yrs LOY Feb. 1 Oct. 15 Feb. 1
Journalism Studies or E
Journalism
Journalism Diploma 1 yr CB LOY - - Jan. 15
Visual Journalism Diploma 2 yrs CB LOY - - Jan. 15
MA** 2 yrs TH or CB SGW Feb. 1 - -
Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics MSc** 2 yrs TH or CB SGW Feb. 1 - -
PhD** 4 yrs TH SGW Feb. 1 - -
Philosophy Philosophy MA 2 yrs TH or RP SGW Feb. 1 Dec. 1
MSc** 2 yrs TH LOY Apr. 15 Aug 15 -
Physics Physics
PhD** 4 yrs TH LOY Apr. 15 Aug 15 -
MA** 2 yrs TH SGW Feb. 1 Oct. 1
Political Science
PhD** 4 yrs TH SGW Feb. 1 - -
Political Science
Public Policy and Public
MA 2 yrs CB or I SGW Feb. 1 Oct . 1 -
Administration
MA** 2 yrs TH LOY Dec. 1 - -
Psychology - Research
PhD** 4 yrs TH LOY Dec. 1 - -
Psychology
Psychology - Research and MA** 2 yrs TH LOY Dec. 1 - -
Clinical Training PhD** 4 yrs TH LOY Dec. 1 - -
Judaic Studies MA 2 yrs TH or CB SGW Feb. 1 Oct. 1 -
Religions and Cultures MA 2 yrs TH or CB SGW Feb. 1 Oct. 1 -
Religions and Cultures
PhD 4 yrs TH SGW Feb. 1 Oct. 1 -
Community Economic
School of Community and Public Development /
Diploma 1 yr CB E/F SGW Feb. 1 - -
Affairs Développement économique
communautaire
Social and Cultural Analysis PhD 4 yrs TH SGW Feb. 1 - -

Social and Cultural MA** 2 yrs TH SGW Feb. 1 - -

Sociology and Anthropology
Anthropology MA** 1 yr RP SGW Feb. 1 - -
Sociology MA** 2 yrs TH or RP SGW Feb. 1 - -
Theology Theological Studies MA** 2 yrs TH or RP SGW June 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 15

TH: Thesis Based CB: Course Based RP: Research Project/Paper I: Internship FW: Field Work E: Essay E/F: English and French instruction CO: Co-op RC: Research Creation
* Late applications for Fall accepted until Jan. 1. Late applications for Winter accepted until Sept. 15
** Designates programs that require supervisors to be identified in application
Note: Late applications may be considered, but may not be eligible for funding. Contact the program directors for more information.

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MB
SIR GEORGE
WILLIAMS
CAMPUS
In the heart of downtown Montreal, the SGW campus
high rises and town houses stand side by side with
busy cafes, bookstores and fashion-forward boutiques.
Explore the campus with concordia.ca/maps.
EV ENGINEERING, COMPUTER
SCIENCE AND VISUAL ARTS
INTEGRATED COMPLEX
A beautiful modern complex that houses the
Faculty of Fine Arts and the Gina Cody School
of Engineering and Computer Sciences, as well
as Le Gym, a fully-equipped fitness center.
GM GUY-DE MAISONNEUVE BUILDING
The center of the university’s administration, the
GM building is home to the Campus Wellness
and Support Centre and other services.
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H
GM EV
GN GREY NUNS BUILDING
One of Montréal’s most treasured historical
buildings, the Grey Nuns complex is a student
residence and features an acclaimed Reading
Room for quiet study.
H HENRY F. HALL BUILDING
Conveniently located across from the Webster
Library, the Hall Building hosts the Student
Success Centre, as well as the free shuttle to
Loyola Campus.
LB
GN
LB JW MCCONNELL BUILDING
The JW McConnell Building houses the state-of-the-art
Webster Library, open 24/7 during the fall and winter
terms. There are study, writing and kitchen spaces
exclusively for graduate students. The McConnell
building also features The Book Stop and The Student
Welcome Centre.
MB JOHN MOLSON SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
A jewel in the heart of the SGW campus, JMSB boasts
bright atriums, modern classrooms, auditoriums and LEED
Silver level certification.
GINA CODY SCHOOL OF
ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Degree/ Application Deadline

Department Program Options
Certificate Sept. Jan. May
Certificate CB Feb. 1 Jul. 1 -
MEng CB and OIE Feb. 1 Jul. 1 -
Building Engineering
MASc TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
PhD TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1

Building, Civil and Environmental MEng CB and OIE Feb. 1 Jul. 1 -

Engineering Civil Engineering MASc TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
PhD TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
Construction Engineering and Management MEng CB* Feb. 1 Jul. 1 -
MEng CB* Feb. 1 Jul. 1 -
Environmental Engineering
Certificate CB Feb. 1 Jul. 1 -
Centre for Engineering in Society Innovation, Technology and Society Certificate CB Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
Certificate CB* Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
Diploma CB* Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
Chemical & Materials Engineering Chemical Engineering
MASc TH* Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
PhD TH* Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
Diploma CB Jun. 1 - -
MApCompSc CB and OIE Feb. 1 Jul. 1 -
Computer Science
MCompSc TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
Computer Science and Software
PhD TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
Engineering
MEng CB; OIE Feb. 1 Jul. 1 -
Software Engineering MASc TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
PhD TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
MEng CB and OIE Feb. 1 Jul. 1 Nov. 1
Information Systems Security
MASc CB and OC Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
Concordia Insitute for Information
Information and Systems Engineering PhD TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
Systems Engineering
MEng CB and OIE Feb. 1 Jul. 1 Nov. 1
Quality Systems Engineering
MASc TH and OC Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
MEng CB and OIE Feb. 1 Jul. 1 -
Electrical and Computer Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering MASc TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
PhD TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
Aerospace Engineering MEng CB and IS Feb. 1 Jul. 1 Nov. 1
MEng CB and OIE Feb. 1 Jul. 1 -
Industrial Engineering MASc TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1

Mechanical, Industrial and Aerospace PhD TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1

Engineering Certificate CB Feb. 1 Jul. 1 Feb. 1
MEng CB and OIE Feb. 1 Jul. 1 -
Mechanical Engineering
MASc TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1
PhD TH Jun. 1 Oct. 1 Feb. 1

All programs take place at SGW campus.

* Programs pending approval, applications may not be accepted at time of printing
TH: Thesis CB: Course Based IS: Industrial Staige OIE: Optional industrial experience OC: optional co-op

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 JOHN MOLSON
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Application Deadline
Degree/ Sept. Jan. May
Department Program Option
Certificate Canadian Int'l Canadian Int'l Canadian Int'l
Residents Students Residents Students Residents Students
Certificate* CB Jun. 1 Oct. 1 - - -
Diploma CB Jun. 1 Mar. 1 Oct. 1 Jun. 1 - -
CB and
Business Administration MBA Jun. 1 Mar. 1 Oct. 1 Jun. 1 - -
EL
Executive MBA CB+ Jun. 1** Mar. 1 - - - -
PhD TH Feb. 1 Feb. 1 Sept. 15 Aug. 1
Chartered Professional
Diploma CB Jun. 1 Jun. 1 Oct. 1 - Feb. 1 -
Accountancy (CPA)
Business
Entrepreneurship Certificate* CB Jun. 1 - - - -
Administration
Finance MSc TH Mar. 1** Mar 1 - - - -
CB and
Investment Management MBA Jul. 15** Mar 1 - - - -
SW
Management MSc TH Mar. 1** Mar 1 - - - -
Marketing MSc TH Mar. 1** Mar 1 - - - -
Quantitative Business Studies Certificate* CB Jun. 1 Oct. 1 - -
CB and
Supply Chain Management MSCM Mar. 1** Mar 1 - - - -
RP

CB: Course Based TH: Thesis EL: Experiential Learning SW: Supplemental Workshops RP: Research project
* Canadian residents only
**Late applications may be accepted. Contact the program assistant for details.
The Business Administration PhD offers the following specializations: Accountancy, Finance, Management, Marketing and Supply Chain & Business Tech. Management.

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FACULTY OF
FINE ARTS
GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Degree/ Application Deadline

Department Program Option
Certificate Sept. Jan. May
MA TH or CB Jan. 15
Art Education Art Education - -
PhD TH Jan. 15
MA TH Jan. 15
Art History Art History - -
PhD** TH Jan. 15
Art Therapy MA RP and PP Jan. 15 - -
Drama Therapy MA RP and PP Jan. 15 - -
Creative Arts Therapies RP and T and PP or
MA Jan. 15 - -
Music Therapy APO and PP
Diploma CB and PP Jan. 15
Design and Computation Arts Design MDes TH Jan. 15 - -
Film and Moving Image Studies PhD TH Feb. 1 - -
Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema
Film Studies MA TH or CB Feb. 1 - -
Centre for Interdisciplinary Studies in Society
Humanities PhD TH Jan. 15 - -
and Culture (CISSC)
Fibres and Material Practices MFA SP Jan. 20 - -
Film Production MFA SP Jan. 20 - -
Intermedia/Video Performance and Electronic Arts MFA SP Jan. 20 - -
Studio Arts Painting and Drawing MFA SP Jan. 20 - -
Photography MFA SP Jan. 20 - -
Print Media MFA SP Jan. 20 - -
Sculpture and Ceramics MFA SP Jan. 20 - -

TH: Thesis CB: Course based RP: Research Project PP:Practicum Placement SP: Studio Project P: Advanced Practice Option
** Designates programs that require supervisors to be secured prior to application. See page 19

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 JR

HU
SP

AD
CJ
FC

VL

PC

LOYOLA
CAMPUS
The Loyola Campus’ historic buildings stand side-by-side with
cutting-edge facilities where Concordians learn and create.

AD ADMINISTRATION BUILDING HU APPLIED SCIENCE HUB SP RICHARD J. RENAUD SCIENCE

The AD Building is where students access Campus
Wellness and Support Services, the Student Success
Centre, and catch the free shuttle to the downtown
SGW campus.
CJ COMMUNICATION STUDIES
AND JOURNALISM BUILDING
Students drop by the Book Stop to buy and
sell new or used textbooks.
FC LOYOLA CHAPEL
Students of all faiths are welcome
A new facility for our scientific community designed
to let chemists, engineers, health scientists and
biologists work together – with applications in
biomedicine, sustainable manufacturing and beyond.
JR JESUIT RESIDENCE
A historical student residence on the tranquil
campus.
PC PERFORM CENTRE GYM
Loyola’s fully-equipped campus fitness center.
COMPLEX
Home to many science programs, with research
facilities for nanoscience, chemical and materials
engineering, aquatic biology and cellular imaging.
Also a site of start-up incubator D3.
VL VANIER LIBRARY BUILDING
Students have access to rare books and other
resources that require special handling. The library is
open 24/7 during the Fall and Winter terms.

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 WAHÉHSHON
SHIANN WHITEBEAN
MA, INDI (FIRST PEOPLES STUDIES)
Concordia is leading the way in Indigenous engagement initiatives
and it's exciting to see where that momentum will lead the
university. It's important for Indigenous students to have guidance
and mentorship from the best Indigenous scholars, and it's
important that our people and stories are treated with respect.

My research is on the Indian Day Schools that operated in my

home community of Kahnawà:ke over several generations. For me,
Concordia is a place where I can pursue these unique research
interests while honouring my commitments to my family and
community. My time at the university has helped me to reconnect
with Tiohtiá:ke/Montreal as part of our traditional territory.

CONCORDIA'S INDIVIDUALIZED PROGRAM (INDI)

CHART YOUR OWN COURSE:
DEVELOP NEW AVENUES OF RESEARCH
The INDI is a thesis-based program and offers MA, MSc and
The Individualized (INDI) program supports graduate research
PhD degrees. A supervisory committee is required as part of
initiatives that fall outside of traditional disciplinary boundaries.
the application process. Application deadlines are Jan. 15 for the
INDI students develop and engage in unique, meaningful, and
fall term and Sept. 1 for the winter term.
self-directed research that would not otherwise be available
through existing graduate programs. Is INDI right for you? Visit concordia.ca/INDI to find out more.

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 FUNDING
& SCHOLARSHIPS
Concordia University proudly supports its graduate students through
financial awards and other sources of funding. Visit concordia.ca/
gradfunding for ways to fund your studies.
ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS
At Concordia University, competitive funding packages are offered to
most students to allow them to focus on their research and studies.
Doctoral students are typically offered a 4-year funding package that is
often topped up by teaching and research assistantships. On average,
PhD students at Concordia receive $25K per year in funding.
The overall funding package is financially sufficient to allow students
to finish their degree in a timely manner.
Students are automatically considered for all entrance graduate
awards when they apply to Concordia University, provided they meet
eligibility criteria. No separate application required.
TEACHING AND RESEARCH
ASSISTANTSHIPS
Assistantships provide you with practical experience and supplement
your income while you study. TAs and RAs acquire pedagogical
training, develop professional skills and broaden their academic
networks.
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PROVINCIAL AND FEDERAL TOP-UPS
Newly admitted students who have been awarded provincial and/or
federal tri-agency funding (CIHR, NSERC and SSHRC) are offered a
Special Entrance Award, valued at $6,000 for master’s and $10,000
for doctoral students.
DISSEMINATE YOUR RESEARCH
NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY
Share your research findings and discoveries at a local, national, or
international conference. Doctoral students can travel anywhere in
the world to present their work and receive up to $1,000 (per term
of study in their first five years) while registered in their program.
Master’s students can benefit from conference funding too.
AWARDS AVAILABLE TO INTERNATIONAL
STUDENTS
Quebec has an agreement with several international partners that
allow international students to pay Quebec tuition rates. Learn more
about international fee exemptions at concordia.ca/qctuition.
INDIGENOUS TOP-UPS
Concordia also provides top-ups to indigenous graduate students
who’ve been awarded scholarships. A total of $300,000 is available
per year to supplement 30 master’s and PhD students who meet the
program requirements.
$10k for 1 year - 20 indigenous master’s students;
$10k year for 4 yrs - 10 indigenous PhD students.
APPLY TO
CONCORDIA For detailed application instructions, visit
concordia.ca/gradadmissions

1: CHOOSE A PROGRAM 4: APPLY

Concordia offers 120+ programs across four faculties and Prepare your application and submit it online at
the School of Graduate Studies. Explore them all at concordia.ca/admissions/apply-now. All required documentation
concordia.ca/admissions/graduate/programs must be received by Concordia by the application deadline. Note that
it can take up to two weeks for documentation to be processed.
2: REVIEW THE REQUIREMENTS
Programs require: 5: AFTER YOU’VE APPLIED
· letters of reference Stay informed on your application status by visiting MyConcordia.ca
· official transcripts
DID YOU KNOW?
· statements of purpose
International students can work on campus or off campus for up
· curriculum vitae
to 20 hours per week during the course of their studies without
· proof of English language proficiency. International students must
applying for a work permit. Students can even work full-time during
obtain their Quebec Acceptance Certificate and Study Permit once
their vacations and on scheduled holidays. Note: Students must have
they receive their offer of admission.
a valid study permit and be registered as a full-time student.
3: FIND A SUPERVISOR, IF APPLICABLE
HAVE YOU CHOSEN A PROGRAM
WITH A THESIS OPTION?
1. Verify your requirements in the program tables to determine if
you need to secure a supervisor as part of your application.
2. Identify a researcher in an area of expertise you want to pursue
during your graduate studies by visiting explore.concordia.ca and
searching by name or keyword.
3. Contact your desired supervisor to find out if it’s a good fit.
4. If your program assigns a supervisor on admission, schedule a
thorough discussion with your supervisor at the beginning of
your studies.

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 TUITION FEES
& COST OF LIVING
TUITION FEES
The following chart is for full-time students only, and based on the total cost of the program for 2020-21. Amounts include tuition,
compulsory fees, health and dental plans, as well as international health insurance. Costs are approximate and in Canadian dollars.

QUEBEC , FR ANCE & BELGIUM CANADA I N T E R N AT I O N A L

Certificate (15 or 16 credits) $2,063 -$2,280 $4,884 -$5,289 $12,802 -$15,257
Diploma (30 credits) $4,158 -$4,324 $9,800 -$9,966 $24,392 -$29,209
Master’s Program (45 credits) $6,284 -$6,489 $14,747 -$14,952 $31,141 -$43,423
Master’s Program (60 credits) $8,488 -$8,773 $19,772 -$20,057 $41,920 -$58,309
PhD Program (90 credits) $12,532 -$12,941 $12,532 -$12,941 $56,702 -$57,111

To estimate the cost of your education at Concordia and learn how tuition fees are calculated, visit concordia.ca/tuitionandfees
The university reserves the right to change the published scale of fees without notice and any time before the beginning of an academic term.

ESTIMATED ANNUAL ON CAMPUS RESIDENCY OFF CAMPUS RESIDENCY

COST OF LIVING IN MONTREAL Rent $3,870 - $7,320 $6,800+
Approximate costs for one academic year (September-April) in Food $4,430 (Meal Plan) $4,800
Canadian dollars. Public Transit $416 $416
(student discount)
Some residences are available to graduate students. For more Utilities $800
information, contact: residenceinfo@concordia.ca Books and Supplies $2,250 $2,250
TOTAL $10,908 - $14, 358 $15,066

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AT CONCORDIA AND BEYOND
Concordia provides numerous ways to maximize your success as you CAMPUS SERVICES
pursue your graduate studies. From professional development to Concordia offers numerous services to help our students stay healthy
maintaining good physical and mental health, students have resources in body and mind, including counselling services, vaccinations, urgent
to assist them. care clinics, prayer spaces and fitness centers. Find out more at
concordia.ca/students/campus-services.
GRADPROSKILLS
Concordia’s graduate student and postdoctoral fellows have access to BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
a wide variety of workshops and resources designed for them – free With hundreds of clubs and groups to appeal to every interest,
of charge. Learn more at concordia.ca/gradproskills. students take part in athletics, recreation, volunteering and more.
Learn how you can get involved at concordia.ca/campus-life.
STUDENT SUCCESS CENTRE
Students can enhance their academic success through study groups,
workshops, language support and more. Visit concordia.ca/students/
success to learn more.

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TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The
Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and
waters on which we gather today. Tiohtiá:ke/Montreal is historically known
as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse
population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued
connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships
with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

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