Accelerate your studies
If you have strong research skills or an outstanding academic record, you may be able to accelerate your graduate studies by opting for a fast-track or direct-entry graduate program.
Bachelor's to PhD
The direct-entry option allows you to enter a PhD program after earning your bachelor’s degree without having to do a master’s.
If you have an outstanding academic record and have demonstrated that you can conduct doctoral-level research, connect with the Graduate Program Director of your program of interest to discuss a direct-entry.
Master’s to PhD
The doctoral fast-track option allows master’s students to enter a PhD program without writing a master’s thesis.
To apply for a transfer from a master’s to a doctoral program in the same academic unit, you must have a strong academic record and have demonstrated that you are capable of successfully advancing research at the doctoral level.
As each graduate program determines their own criteria for fast-tracking, connect with your Graduate Program Director to discuss your options.
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