Program Overview

Individualized Program (MA, MSc)

The Individualized Program (INDI) is a master's degree that allows students to design their own research goals in areas not covered by existing programs. Under the mentorship of a supervisory committee, students use concepts and methodologies from various fields to examine a unique research problem.

Program Overview

A master's degree in the Individualized Program (INDI) enables students to explore topics outside traditional research boundaries. Some examples of subjects that students are currently exploring include game studies, preventive health, and synthetic biology. Montreal's status as a hub for innovation and culture provides the ideal backdrop for students to tailor their own academic program and research goals.

Program Structure

• Degree requirements: Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 45 credits.
• Courses:
  • 12 credits of coursework chosen from 600-level INDI study courses or from any regularly scheduled graduate courses with permission of the INDI Director.
  • Students are required to complete a minimum of 9 credits in regularly scheduled graduate courses, including a research methodology seminar in their first or second year.
  • INDI 688 Master's Thesis Proposal (6.00)
  • INDI 691 Master's Research and Thesis (27.00)

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with high academic standing in a relevant disciplinary area or its equivalent.
• Proficiency in English: Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field.

Application Process

Review the four steps before applying, and check for program-specific requirements.

Application Deadlines

• Fall: February 1
• Winter: Not available
• Summer: Not available

Tuition and Funding

• Tuition and fees: May depend on student status, among other key factors.
• Awards and funding: Funding packages are generally available for students in thesis-based programs, including awards, teaching, and research assistantships.
• Out-of-province students: Eligible for $10,000 in special funding for thesis master's programs.

Research Areas

Students in the Individualized Program (INDI) can explore a wide range of research areas, including but not limited to game studies, preventive health, and synthetic biology. The program provides access to various research units, allowing students to join a diverse community of self-driven students who have found success in a variety of careers within and outside of academia.