Simon Fraser University (British Columbia)
Canada
This institutional profile has been created for use by University of Wisconsin-Madison graduate programs.
First degree/qualification: Bachelor (4-5 years).
Minimum quality for UW-Madison Graduate School admission: 3.0/4.0
Minimum level for UW-Madison Graduate School admission: 4 year bachelor's degree.
Documents required: Official transcript; official certification of degree and date awarded.
Description: Instituted in 1963. Usual admission requirement is senior secondary school graduation (grade 12). Other requirements may apply.
Grading systems:
A+ | 4.33 | B | 3.00 | C- | 1.67 |
A | 4.00 | B- | 2.67 | D | 1.00 |
A- | 3.67 | C+ | 2.33 | F | 0.00 |
B+ | 3.33 | C | 2.00 |
Grading on a trimester system with 3 regular semesters within the 12 month calendar year.
Language of instruction: English.
Advanced degrees:
Master's: 1 1/2-3 years after specified first degree; usually by coursework, lectures, and seminars; thesis may required.
Ph.D.: 4-6 years minimum after master's degree; by research and thesis; can include participation in seminars and practical work.
Last updated: Jul 10, 2008