matt79156

It may bre true that "literally no one cares," but to protect yourself I would recommend taking to your department, given the wording in the CGSM agreement: Change of Program of Study, Supervisor, Research Project or Degree A notification of change to a program of study, supervisor, research project or degree must be sent to the Faculty of Graduate Studies (or its equivalent). If the research area of the project or program of study is modified, the award holder must submit to the Faculty of Graduate Studies (or its equivalent) a one-page outline of the new proposed research, along with any other documentation required by the host institution. The subject matter of the research must be aligned with the mandate of the original funding agency. Additional information on subject matter eligibility is available on Science.gc.ca. If the research project or program of study is modified to an extent that it would no longer be supported by the original funding agency, the award will be cancelled at the discretion of the host institution. Agencies reserve the right to review the one-page outline to ensure that eligibility guidelines are met. From: http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Students-Etudiants/Guides-Guides/CGSMAward-BESCMaward_eng.asp

The general sentiment over there seems to be against the MA thesis. While it will likely make you a better philosopher, it will distract from putting together the best possible PHD application.

I'm suprised to hear of these UBC decisions. I'm still listed as "Received by Administrator." I did hear from 3 other schools.

I assume no one has heard from SHHRC CGS M at UBC? I'm suprised they would not announce on the first day to remain competitive with other offers.

The MA program at University of British Columbia says that applicants should here by the end of March. Is it rude to email and ask about my status? Has anyone heard anything from this program? Thanks!