Graduate studies | Études supérieures et stages postdoctoraux

Program types

Get multidisciplinary training that gives you the flexibility you need for today’s job market, and the knowledge and skills you want to help move society forward.

Shorts programs

We have a wide range of short graduate programs (9 to 18 credits) and graduate diploma (DESS) programs (30 credits) to choose from.

Individualized programs

Our individualized programs allow you to pursue interdisciplinary studies on an academic path tailored to your specific needs.

Research master's degree

Develop your research skills and methods with a program that incorporates scientific or creative research and culminates in a thesis.

Course-based master’s degree

This practice-based program leads to a master’s degree and gives students the opportunity to develop professional expertise through coursework and an internship or intervention project.

Doctorate

Whether you want to do research or become a highly qualified practitioner, the doctorate is for you! Two types of doctoral degree are awarded at Université Laval: the doctor of philosophy (PhD) and the professional doctorate in a particular field of knowledge.

International

Explore the many international mobility options available to you when you study at Université Laval. These opportunities are a great way for students to enhance their university experience.

Joint degree programs

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Cotutelle programs

Visit our page on cotutelle programs

Internships and study or research visits

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Accelerated options

If you have strong research skills or an outstanding academic record, you may be able to complete your graduate studies faster by opting for an integrated, fast-track, or direct-entry graduate program.

Discover the different options

Dispute settlement

There are several mechanisms available to resolve disagreements or conflicts that may arise during your studies.

Resources available

Graduation

Learn more about the steps to take to obtain your diploma and the various attestations you can obtain before and after graduation.

Issuance of diplomas (in French only)

Find your research supervisor

Prepare your research project

International applicants

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Scope of the research

Discover the scope of research at Université Laval

Scholarships and financial support

Learn about financing your education

Postdoctoral Fellowship

Discover the opportunities available as a postdoctoral fellow