The University of New Brunswick (UNB) Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship opportunity designed to support international students pursuing graduate studies in Canada. The scholarship covers tuition and fees, and provides an annual stipend, making it an attractive option for students interested in research-intensive graduate programs. With multiple start dates available—January, May, or September 2025—this scholarship is particularly flexible for incoming students.
Scholarship Overview
The UNB Scholarship provides:
- Annual Stipend: $23,500 CAD per year for MSc students and $25,000 CAD per year for PhD students.
- Tuition and Fees: Full coverage of tuition and other university fees.
- Flexible Start Dates: January, May, or September 2025.
Academic Areas and Research Opportunities
Graduate students under the UNB Scholarship program can join Zimmer Labs, which offers a dynamic research environment focused on various areas related to aquatic biology and environmental physiology. Students may engage in the following research areas:
- Ecophysiology of Fishes: Studying fish adaptation to naturally acidic lake environments.
- Genetic Basis of Salinity Tolerance: Researching genetic factors that enable estuarine fish to thrive in saline environments.
- Pollution Adaptation Mechanisms: Examining how coastal and inland fishes adapt to polluted environments.
- Developmental Physiology of Euryhaline Fishes: Exploring physiological changes that allow fish to adapt to varying salinity levels.
Previous experience working with fish or other aquatic organisms is considered beneficial, though it is not a strict requirement.
Additional Scholarship Opportunities at UNB
UNB offers a broad range of scholarships for undergraduate, transfer, and continuing students:
- Undergraduate Scholarships: Includes entrance scholarships like the Beaverbrook Scholars Award, President’s Scholarships, and Dean’s Scholarships, awarded to high-achieving students based on academic merit and community involvement.
- Transfer and Continuing Student Scholarships: Recognizes students’ academic achievements throughout their studies at UNB, with specific awards for various faculties like Arts, Science, and Engineering.
- Graduate Awards: Includes the Sir Howard Douglas Graduate Scholarships for exceptional research potential and academic excellence. Research and teaching assistantships are also available within many graduate programs.
Commitment to Accessibility and Diversity
UNB’s scholarship program is designed to foster an inclusive and accessible environment. In addition to merit-based awards, UNB provides need-based scholarships, which aim to support students from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous students, first-generation college students, and international students.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the UNB Scholarship, applicants must:
- Educational Background: Hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Admission Requirements: Meet the entry and admission criteria for the chosen program.
- English Language Proficiency: Demonstrate proficiency in English as required by the University of New Brunswick.
For research roles in Zimmer Labs, applicants are encouraged but not required to have experience with fish or other aquatic organisms.
Required Documents
To apply, candidates need to prepare:
- Academic CV: Outlining educational background, research experience, and relevant skills.
- Technical Skills List: Summarizing any specialized techniques or methodologies you have experience with.
- Research Interest Statement: A brief description of your research interests and objectives.
Application Process
- Prepare Application Materials: Ensure you have all required documents (CV, skills list, and research interest statement).
- Contact Zimmer Labs: Send an email to Alex Zimmer at [email protected] with your application materials.
- Application Review: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with positions filled as suitable candidates are identified.
For more information and to apply, visit the University of New Brunswick Official Website.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who is eligible for the UNB Scholarship?
The scholarship is open to international graduate students who meet program entry requirements, hold a relevant bachelor’s degree, and meet English proficiency requirements.
2. What expenses does the scholarship cover?
The scholarship covers tuition fees, other university fees, and an annual stipend ($23,500 CAD for MSc and $25,000 CAD for PhD students).
3. Are specific research areas required?
Yes, the scholarship supports graduate research in fields such as ecophysiology, genetics, pollution adaptation, and developmental physiology within Zimmer Labs.
4. How can I apply?
Send an email to Alex Zimmer with your CV, a list of technical skills, and a description of your research interests.
5. When are the start dates for the scholarship?
Flexible start dates are available in January, May, or September 2025.
For further details, please visit the University of New Brunswick Scholarship page.