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Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies

Capilano University

  • Squamish, Canada
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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About the program

A 4-year doctoral programme in Interdisciplinary Studies at Memorial University.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: no
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Learners studying Interdisciplinary Studies can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
  • Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods
  • And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
  • Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

  • Assistant or associate professor
  • Director of an institute of learning
  • Canada Research Chair

Curriculum

  • Coursework
  • A comprehensive exam and a thesis. Applicants submit a 15-20 page proposal explaining why three disciplines are needed and need commitment from three supervisors
  • One from each discipline.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Secondary school graduation (BC Grade 12 or international equivalent) with a 2.0 (60%) average on English 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses
  • Some programs add a portfolio
  • Audition
  • Interview or course prerequisites. Source: capilanou.ca admission requirements
  • Additional academic criteria: Grade 12 average of 2.0 (60%) on English 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses (general CapU minimum
  • Programmes may set higher).

Accepted academic background

Secondary school graduation (BC Grade 12 or international equivalent, see CapU equivalencies list), English 12 or equivalent with 2.0 (60%) plus two academic Grade 12 courses, some programmes add portfolio, audition, interview or course prerequisites

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 83
  • PTE Academic 61
  • Duolingo 120

Documents you’ll need

  • Completed Application
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Passport or Identity Document
  • Secondary School Completion Evidence
  • Proof of Funds for Study Permit

How to apply

  1. Review the Interdisciplinary Studies admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the institution's international admissions service. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year$28,035 CAD
Application fee$135 CAD
Deposit$2,000 CAD

Program details

CampusSquamish
Faculty or schoolArts & Sciences
DepartmentInstitute of Interdisciplinary Studies
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value120
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3
Scholarship notePotential Capilano University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Interdisciplinary Studies. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Applications closed

    3 Sept 2026

    Closed
  • Program starts

    May 2027

    Applications closed

    3 Sept 2026

    Closed
  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Applications closed

    3 Sept 2026

    Closed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.