School of Graduate Studies - Trent University

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School of Graduate Studies at Trent University

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Take Your Education Further at Trent

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Explore our graduate programs and review the admissions requirements. Learn how to apply and start your journey to graduate school at Trent.

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The Trent Advantage

Big enough for diverse programs and world-class research facilities, yet small enough for personalized mentorship from renowned faculty.

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Invested in Your Success

Trent is invested in you. Discover bursaries, scholarships, assistantships, and funding opportunities, and meet our scholarship winners.

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Work with award-winning experts in your field. Explore resources to help you find a faculty member to supervise your master’s or Ph.D. research.

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TWO CAMPUSES, A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES

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Peterborough

Set along the scenic Otonabee River, Trent’s Symons Campus combines innovation and cutting-edge research facilities with natural beauty.

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Durham Greater Toronto Area

Less than an hour from downtown Toronto, Trent’s Durham GTA campus is a place to build your future with access to careers, culture, and community.

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DISCOVER YOUR PATH TO GRADUATE STUDIES

Master’s & PhD Programs

Know what you want to study?

Explore master’s and doctorate degrees as well as graduate diplomas to help you achieve your goals.

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Accelerated Master’s

Thinking ahead to grad school?

Purse an Honours thesis during your undergrad at Trent and fast-track your master’s in 12-20 months.

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Pre-Master’s Pathway

Missing admission requirements?

The Pre-Master’s pathway helps you build your skills for progression into AMOD M.Sc. or Management.

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Trent News

July 7, 2026

New Master’s Degree in Computer Science to Advance Canada's Expertise in AI, Cybersecurity, Data Science

Two-year program expands graduate research and training in national priority areas, leveraging Trent’s established strengths in Computer Science and interdisciplinary STEM research

June 15, 2026

Meet the 2026 Graduate Students Awarded Trent's Highest Academic Honours

This year’s Governor General Medal and President’s Medals recognized four doctorate and master’s graduates for innovation in biomedical research, psychotherapy, performing arts and culture, and intergenerational connection
May 27, 2026

Governor General of Canada Awards Polar Medal to Trent University Canada Research Chair

National honour recognizes P. Whitney Lackenbauer’s leadership on Arctic sovereignty, security and community-centred Northern policy
May 21, 2026

How Mosses and Lichens Help Ecosystems Recover After Disturbance

Research by master’s student Ainsley Taggett examines early indicators of natural ecological recovery
April 23, 2026

Graduate Research on Identity in the Age of Social Media Wins 3MT

Justine Alvarado’s ‘Beyond the Mirror’ presentation takes first place at Trent 3MT, advancing to regional competition
April 22, 2026

Ggwepnandizamin Stewardship Plan: A Seven Year Roadmap for 900-Acre University Green Network

Newly approved plan integrates Michi Saagiig Knowledge Systems and Western science to guide care of natural features and cultural heritage areas and enhance learning on the land

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