Apply for the Gustave O. ARLT Awards in Humanities at University of British Columbia and eliminate the financial hurdles that stand in the way of your education.

The funding program aims to support Domestic and International students who want to undertake a doctoral degree at UBC. The recipient must have received the doctorate within seven years of the award, and currently teach at a US or Canadian university.

Established in 1908, the University of British Columbia stands as a public research institution spanning across campuses in Vancouver and Kelowna, British Columbia. Offering a wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs, it actively supports and nurtures students in their pursuit of future career aspirations. Consistently ranked among the top 20 global public universities, the University of British Columbia maintains its reputation for excellence.

Why should you study at the University of British Columbia? Functioning as a worldwide center for research and education, the institution cultivates an exceptional learning environment characterized by a respectful and inclusive community. It remains committed to supporting international students through various initiatives and scholarships embedded within the programs. This university ensures that students attain all the essential knowledge for their future careers.

Application Deadline: April 2024

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of British Columbia
• Department: NA
• Course Level: Doctoral degree program
• Award: $1,000
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: NA
• Nationality: Canadian and International students
• The award can be taken in Canada

Eligibility                   

• Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded to candidates pursuing studies in the field of Humanities
• Admissible Criteria: Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• The recipient must have received the doctorate within seven years of the award, and currently teach at a US or Canadian university.
• The recipient must have received the degree at a US or Canadian university.
• The book being considered must have been published within seven years of the award. The book must have been written in or translated into English.
• The book must represent an outstanding contribution to scholarship in the field.

How to Apply

• How to Apply: Interested candidates must complete the online application form for achieving funding program.
• Supporting Documents: Applicants must provide the following supporting documents:
• Proof of enrollment in a graduate (Master’s) or post-graduate (Doctor of Philosophy) program
• Completed LMS Form
• Three references from individuals familiar with the applicant’s graduate work, with at least one reference letter from the major supervisor
• Admission Requirements: Applicants must fulfill the following admission requirements of the university,
• Working on a project that advances science-informed decisions/decision-making in the public interest with regards to natural resources.
• Language Requirement: Applicants must fulfill the language requirements:
• Applicants must be fluent in English language (Verbal as well as written).

Benefits

The Scholarship provides an award amount of $1,000, a certificate and reasonable travel expenses to attend the CGS annual meeting in December.

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