Graduate Studies

Our knowledge hub on the second floor of the EV Building is designed to help you gather the information you need to pursue graduate studies. Talk with our graduate experts to get answers to all your questions on programs, funding, services and more.

Interested in a specific field? Check out our graduate information sessions and department information tables, which offer program-specific insights into the graduate student experience and admissions process. Some of our graduate programs in the Faculty of Arts and Science are based at our Loyola Campus, so be sure to double-check the location of the activities that interest you – our free shuttle runs all day between our two campuses.

SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES

Meet our Grad student ambassadors
All day— SGW Campus, EV Building 2nd floor
Join graduate ambassadors for a casual meet-and-greet where you can get a sense of graduate school life at Concordia.

From Application to Admission: Tips for Success
10:30 a.m. — SGW Campus, EV-2.184 Length: 30 minutes
Getting ready to apply for graduate school can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to make it clearer and easier. In this session, we’ll walk you through how to choose the right program at Concordia and share practical tips for preparing a strong application package that highlights your strengths and helps you stand out.

Discover Concordia’s Individualized Graduate Program (INDI)
11 a.m. — SGW Campus, EV-2.184 Length: 45 minutes
Explore how you can design a personalized interdisciplinary graduate experience, work closely with faculty supervisors, and combine courses across departments to pursue unique research or creative projects tailored to your interests.

Master’s vs. PhD: The Decision That Shapes Your Future
11 a.m. — SGW Campus, LB Building 4TH SPACE Length: 60 minutes
Join current graduate students for an honest conversation on choosing between a Master’s and PhD. Explore factors like career goals, funding, and life stage, and hear firsthand experiences navigating this important decision. Join us in person by registering here or online by watching live on YouTube.

Unlock Grad Funding Beyond Concordia
12 p.m. — SGW Campus, EV-2.184 Length: 45 minutes
Looking for opportunities to fund your graduate research? Before submitting your grad school application, learn about the tri-agency and other key external funding opportunities you may be eligible for, as well as what you can do now to strengthen your candidacy.

ARTS AND SCIENCE

Chat with a Graduate Admission Advisor!
All day — LOY Campus, SP Building Table 303 
Whether you're just exploring your options or already working on your application, our Graduate Admission Advisors are here to help. Stop by to ask questions, discuss eligibility, and get tips on putting together a strong application. It's a great chance to learn more about Graduate Studies and get personalized guidance.

Arts and Science Graduate Studies 101
10:15 a.m. — SGW Campus, EV-2.309 Length: 30 minutes
Considering the Faculty of Arts and Science for grad school? Join us to learn about key considerations, planning tips and how to make the most of Open House as a prospective grad student. 

So you want to be a Journalism student...
11 a.m. and 2 p.m.— LOY Campus, CJ-3.306, Length: 30 minutes
Hear insights from our professors about Concordia's undergraduate and graduate journalism programs, the current state of the industry and emerging opportunities.

From Student to Journalist in Eleven Months
12:30 p.m. — SGW Campus, MB-2.445 Length: 30 minutes
Discover how our intensive graduate diploma programs in journalism can fast-track your path to an exciting career in journalism, giving you the practical skills to step directly into the media industry. 

Graduate Chemistry & Biochemistry
1:45 p.m. — LOY Campus, SP-157, Length: 30 minutes
Innovative teaching and cutting-edge research training collide during a master's or PhD in Chemistry & Biochemistry at Concordia. Discover our various research options in materials and medicinal chemistry, genomics, protein structure and nanoscience.

Graduate Programs in Psychology
1:45 p.m. — LOY Campus, SP-S-110, Length: 30 minutes
Explore the different program options and four main areas of research, learn application tips from our Graduate Program Director, and have any of your questions answered.

Mastering Education
2 p.m. — SGW Campus, MB-2.430 Length: 45 minutes
Explore Concordia’s seven possibilities for graduate studies in Education, including graduate diplomas, master's degrees, and a PhD.

Masters in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Q&A
2:30 p.m. — LOY Campus, SP-157, Length: 30 minutes
Nanoscience and nanotechnology encompass the physical science of materials, their biological and environmental implications, and the engineering and development of technological devices -- all on the nanometer scale. Come chat with us!

FINE ARTS

Music Therapy information session
1 p.m. — SGW Campus, ER-157 Length: 45 minutes
Learn about Quebec's only music therapy degree program and Canada's only low-residency online Music Therapy MA. For students of any level interested in learning about the educational and career possibilities of Music Therapy.

All about the Graduate Certificate in Play Therapy
1 p.m. — SGW Campus, ER-055 Length: 30 minutes
Play Therapy trains students to intervene therapeutically with children by using a comprehensive approach. Students work directly with children during their training, participating in supervised practice sessions. This graduate certificate is suitable for students or professionals working in related fields such as psychology, social work, education, and creative arts therapists seeking to develop new skills. Courses are taught in one-week intensives (one course per week) running from May to June.

Art Therapy info session / Séance d'information sur le programme d'art-thérapie (bilingual/bilingue)
1 p.m. — SGW Campus, ER-153 Length: 45 minutes
Learn how to apply and what to expect from this two-year master's program. Découvrez comment poser votre candidature et ce que vous pouvez attendre de ce programme de maîtrise de deux ans.

Drama Therapy info session
1:30 p.m. — SGW Campus, ER-055 Length: 30 minutes
This program is the only one of its kind in Canada! Drama Therapy uses games, role play, counseling, improvisation, masks, storytelling and movement to achieve psychotherapeutic goals. Learn how you can apply and what to expect from this two-year master's program.

Creative Arts Therapies meet and greet 
2 p.m. — SGW Campus, ER-137 Length: 2 hours
Drop in, meet faculty members and find out about the department's programs and requirements.

GINA CODY SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE

Graduate Program Information session
1 p.m. — SGW Campus, EV-2.309 Length: 30 minutes
Learn about professional and research-based programs and discover the right one for you.

JOHN MOLSON SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

Graduate Business programs and the places they'll take you
11 a.m. — SGW Campus, EV-2.309 Length: 45 minutes
Join us to explore how John Molson's graduate business programs can take your career to the next level and how our Career Management Services team can help you reach your professional goals.