The Alan Lyons Family Soils at Guelph Graduate Scholarship is presently taking applications at the University of Guelph.
About the University of Guelph and the Scholarship
Why enroll in classes at the University of Guelph? There are several clubs and organizations for students to join at the UG, which offers a close-knit and encouraging campus environment. The institution also provides a variety of valuable services for students, such as academic counseling, career assistance, and tools for maintaining good health. A beautiful campus with lots of greenery and contemporary amenities can be found at the University of Guelph. Guelph, a lively and hospitable city with a wide range of cultural and recreational opportunities, is where the campus can be found.
The scholarship aims to assist outstanding domestic and international students who wish to enroll in a Master’s or Doctoral program and who intend to conduct research in sustainable soil management, particularly in the field of cover crops, at the University of Guelph’s School of Environmental Sciences and Department of Plant Agriculture.
The University of Guelph is a large public research institution in Guelph, Ontario, Canada (abbreviated as U of G). It was founded in 1964 following the union of the Ontario Agricultural College (1874), the MacDonald Institute (1903), and the Ontario Veterinary College (1922). As of fall 2019, it had almost 30,000 students enrolled (including those at the Humber campus, Ridgetown campus, off-campus degree and diploma enrolments, and part-time students), and 830 full-time faculty (academic staff). In many various fields, it provides 94 undergraduate degrees, 48 graduate programs, and 6 associate degrees.
In 2021, the University of Guelph’s veterinary medical program was ranked No. 1 in Canada and No. 5 globally. In Maclean’s “University Rankings 2021,” the University of Guelph is placed No. 4 in Canada in the Comprehensive category, No. 1 in research spending, and No. 1 in student happiness. The institution provides a large selection of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees and engages in a sizable amount of research.
The Globe and Mail give it the highest rankings for student satisfaction among Canada’s medium-sized institutions. The University of Guelph is rated 18th in the world for Food Science and Technology thanks in part to the Ontario Agricultural College, which is ranked first in Canada for Agricultural Science. It has maintained these ranks, with its reputation, creative, research-intensive programs, and active campus life noted as key assets.
Details About Alan Lyons Family Soils at Guelph Graduate Scholarship:
Scholarship Sponsor: School of Environmental Sciences or Department of Plant Agriculture
Scholarship Value: One doctoral student will get $20,000 spread over 9 semesters, or two MSc students would receive $10,000 each over three semesters.
Study level: Master’s or Doctoral
Host Institution(s): University of Guelph
Eligibility Criteria for Alan Lyons Family Soils at Guelph Graduate Scholarship
- Students from eligible countries, including Canada and other countries, may apply.
- Acceptable Subjects or Courses: For Master’s or Doctoral candidates with a demonstrated interest in sustainable soil management (such as cover crops) and plans to do research in this field, the Alan Lyons Family Soils at Guelph Graduate Scholarship is offered.
- Acceptable Standards: Application requirements for the Alan Lyons Family Soils at Guelph Graduate Scholarship include the following:
- To be eligible, candidates must be enrolled full-time at the University of Guelph and begin their studies in the winter, summer, or fall of the award year (i.e., semesters 1, 2, or 3 at the time the award is given out).
Application Process for Alan Lyons Family Soils at Guelph Graduate Scholarship
- Applying for the Alan Lyons Family Soils at Guelph Graduate Scholarship is open to anyone who meets the eligibility requirements. Interested candidates can register on the Common Application or online portal to complete the University of Guelph’s course application procedure. The OAC Graduate Fall Award Application Form must then be used to apply for the scholarship.
- Research proposals, academic records, publications, presentations at conferences, and practical work experience are required as supporting documentation from applicants.
- its undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline, or its equivalent, is required for admission.
- Language Requirement: Candidates must show they are fluent in English.
The Submission Deadline: 15 August 2023
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