3.8 Extension of Time to Complete Program of Study
All requests for extensions will normally be dealt with administratively and reported, in summary form, to the Executive Committee of Graduate Studies for information. Requests for an extension are reviewed by the Faculty of Graduate Studies on a case by case basis. The extension time requested must closely reflect the time required to complete the program. More than one extension period may be considered, but the total time for all extensions will not normally exceed two years. Requests for extension must be accompanied by a realistic timeline that has been agreed upon by the student and supervisor and endorsed by the Dept. Head. Students granted extensions may be asked to enroll full-time during the period of the extension and may also be required to meet contingencies or carry out remedial work to be associated with the extension. The student must complete the ‘request for extension form' and submit it to his/her major department for recommendation to the Faculty of Graduate Studies at least four months prior to the deadline date for completion of program requirements.