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- Lead the Way: Graduate Studies at SFU in Canada for Fall 2025 & Spring 2026
- Why Grad Studies at SFU?
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- Individualized Interdisciplinary Studies in Graduate Studies
Professional Development Wayfinder
The Finish Line + After Grad School
Completing your degree & next steps
Take advantage of the resources to help you finish your degree, while also planning the next part of your journey post graduation.
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Personal Success + Well-Being |
| Learn to manage stress and you’re your time to help you to achieve balance academically and personally. Click to learn more ↓ |
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- Attend the Thesis Writing Group or other Thesis Workshops to help you finish your thesis and link to the one you provided
- Attend thesis defenses in preparation for your own
- Join a Thesis Support Group
- Use self-care resources
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Interpersonal + Leadership Skills |
| As a graduate student and professional you will be called upon to lead others. Learn from accomplished leaders and acquire a variety of skills. Click to learn more ↓ |
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- Explore volunteering and other opportunities available to you
- Sign up for one-on-one voice coaching & presentation skills workshops
- Network at professional conferences
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Applied Knowledge + Critical Thinking |
| Learn to apply knowledge, translate your research into common terms, and think critically about problems. Click to learn more ↓ |
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Career Planning + Workplace Skills |
| Investigate career options, develop professional competencies, and learn how to present yourself. Click to learn more ↓ |
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- Attend resume and CV workshops
- Revisit and revise your career goals
- Take advantage of the resources avalible through Research Impact Canada to pivot your research towards to your career goals
- Interested in a Faculty Position? Learn more about how to prepare for screening interviews
- Attend a free webinar from Beyond the Professoriate