Can you do an interdisciplinary PhD?
Can you do an interdisciplinary PhD?
First and foremost, an interdisciplinary PhD is a great chance for students to pursue truly novel research, a range of different career paths, and a stimulating intellectual life. However, these benefits are often accompanied by additional academic and logistical challenges.
Is an interdisciplinary degree good?
Yes, interdisciplinary studies is a good major for many undergraduate students. Most interdisciplinary studies degree programs are versatile and customizable. If you want to study more than one field, such as psychology and art, an interdisciplinary studies program may allow you to do that.
What is interdisciplinary doctoral program?
A customized doctoral program for students pursuing studies across multiple departments and programs.
How do I find a good supervisor?
The PhD journey: how to choose a good supervisor
- Shared interests are the building blocks of your relationship.
- A good supervisor says all the right things.
- Choose a supervisor who excites you.
- Supervisors can be stereotyped – pick your favourite.
- Personal chemistry is important.
- See a variety of people.
Who supervises the individual interdisciplinary PhD program?
Students admitted to this program in recent years have been jointly supervised by faculty members in Education, Nursing and Psychology. Information about the Individual Interdisciplinary PhD program is available at the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research.
How many potential supervisors should I contact for my PhD?
Once you’ve done your research and have a good idea of the academic landscape around your proposed PhD topic, you should make a shortlist of around three potential supervisors to contact.
How can I find out more about other supervisees?
Other supervisees – Find out what kind of work the supervisor has previously been (or is currently) involved in. You can normally see a list of current research students on a department website, for example. Are they engaged in similar work to you?
Where can I pursue a PhD in library and Information Studies?
Individuals may pursue a PhD at the School of Library and Information Studies (SLIS), University of Alberta, in conjunction with another department on campus (i.e., one that has an established PhD program).