Admission requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Admission requirements for Doctoral degree studies require an MSc degree in an area related to the chosen field of specialization for the PhD program.
PhD I is entry level for PhD studies for those not holding an MSc in nutrition. PhD I has a duration of two semesters. Exceptional MSc students may be considered for PhD I status within an 18 month period of study at McGill. The request is submitted by the student to the advisory committee. The decision on the request is made by the Committee on Graduate Students, and is based on the student's academic performance and evaluation of the student's written research proposal.
PhD II is entry level for PhD studies for those already holding an M.Sc. in nutrition. Otherwise, it follows PhD I and is for students whom the Committee on Graduate Students feels have completed enough course work to be prepared for the comprehensive examination which is normally completed at the end of PhD II. This level has a duration of two semesters.
PhD program requirements
Program requirements for the PhD include a course of study recommended by the committee including a comprehensive examination (NUTR 701), a research dissertation, and two credits of required seminars (NUTR 797 and NUTR 798). Course work at the PhD level normally comprises a smaller portion than for the MSc degree. The research program must clearly show originality and be a contribution to knowledge. At least three years are required to meet the PhD requirements. Outstanding students may be permitted to transfer to the PhD program following the first year of MSc study.