1. Dr. Noreen Golfman School of Graduate Studies
Optimize Your Chance for Success SSHRC Joseph – Armand Bombardier Canada Graduate Scholarship (CGS) Masters/Doctoral and SSHRC Doctoral Fellowships
Dr. Noreen Golfman
School of Graduate Studies

2. SSHRC Supports the Best Graduate Students in the Social Sciences & Humanities
Joseph-Armand Bombardier CGS Masters Scholarships
$17,500 for 12 months nonrenewable
Joseph-Armand Bombardier CGS Doctoral Awards and
SSHRC Doctoral Fellowships
$35,000 for 36 months, $20,000 for up to 48 months
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Doctoral)
$50,000 per year, for up to 36 months
CGS - Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements $6,000 maximum
Joseph-Armand Bombardier CGS Masters Scholarships have a quota of business-related research.
The Vanier CGS Doctoral Scholarships deadline date is September 30, 2009 for Memorial. Applicants who applied for a Vanier should also apply for the SSHRC CGS/Doctoral Fellowships to optimize their chances of being successful. Of course, one must be a Canadian or Permanent Resident to apply for a SSHRC. If a nominee is not successful in receiving a Vanier, he/she will not automatically considered for a SSHRC CGS D.
The CGS –Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements are available to Canadian citizens or permanent residents who hold a CGS M/D or the Vanier. The supplement will cover costs associated with travel, living and other expenses (such as accommodation, meals, tuition, insurance and other necessary costs) during the research study abroad for a period up to six months. Recipients must hold an active award at the time the study period abroad starts.

3. To be eligible for a J. A. Bombardier CGS M Scholarship you must:
be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident at the time of application
be pursuing your first master’s degree or have registered in the first or second year of the Master’s portion of a combined MA/PhD Program
have achieved first-class standing in each of the last 2 years of full-time study or equivalent
have completed no more than 12 months at the graduate level by the start date of the award
may be pursuing a degree program that combines undergraduate and graduate degrees. (NEW)
not be applying in this academic year to NSERC or CIHR or received an award for the master’s level of study from NSERC or CIHR
be in or starting a degree program that includes significant research training. Eligibility of the degree program would be demonstrated by the completion of a thesis, major paper, project, publication, performance, recital or exhibit; and/or completing course work in research methods and/or statistics appropriate for the discipline; and/or acquiring knowledge and experience sufficient to conduct, assess and interpret research and scholarship in the field.

4. You are eligible to apply for a SSHRC/CGS Doctoral Fellowship if you:
are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident at the time of application
will be pursuing your first PhD degree in the social sciences and humanities or if you are currently registered in a combined MA/PhD program or a fast-track program (New) and have or will have completed more than 12 months of graduate studies at the proposed start date of the award
are in a degree program that includes significant original, autonomous research that leads to the completion of a dissertation, major scholarly publication, performance, recital, or exhibit, which is peer-reviewed at the institutional level
will not be applying in this academic year to NSERC or CIHR
have not received other funding from SSHRC, NSERC or CIHR for a previous doctoral degree
are pursuing a degree program that combines undergraduate and graduate degrees. (New)
are or will be registered as a direct entry doctoral candidate. (New)

5. How do I apply? you: go to SSHRC’s web site:
complete the on-line application form and free form attachments, print and sign the application
present letters of appraisal forms to two reviewers
submit completed application, two letters of appraisal (in sealed envelopes), and official transcripts to your department by departmental deadline date

6. How do I apply? (cont’d) your academic unit:
receives your completed application form
receives completed letters of appraisal forms from the referees or applicant
completes departmental appraisal form, where applicable
verifies and submits application by SGS deadline date for
CGS M & CGS D/Doctoral Fellowships – November 12, 2010

7. How do I apply? (cont’d) SGS: SSHRC:
receives and verifies completed application
contacts selected applicants
selects applications (MUN Selection Committee)
forwards quota to SSHRC and notifies applicants
SSHRC CGS M quota - 17; SSHRC Doctoral quota - 20
SSHRC:
results are announced in late Spring .

8. To have a good application:
Read program description and application instructions carefully prior to completing the application form online
Be clear, concise, coherent, error-free and complete
Have someone read and comment on your Program of Study
Check that your application is complete and correct
Let referees know the deadline date
Ensure your list of publications provides complete bibliographic information
Do not use a font size smaller than 12 pt
Do not use jargon or highly technical language
Do not exceed the page limits

9. Joseph-Armand Bombardier Canada Graduate Scholarship Masters Scholarship Evaluation Criteria
Academic excellence - 60%
Research potential - 30%
Communication skills - 10%

10. SSHRC/CGS Doctoral Awards Evaluation Criteria
Academic results
transcripts
awards and distinctions
Program of Study and Research
potential contribution to the advancement of knowledge
Professional and academic experience
research assistantships or other relevant work experience
publications
conference presentations
Letters of Appraisal
Departmental Appraisal

11. Similar page for both applications

12. Master’s application
“Student” * If you are a student and also hold a position you must indicate “Student” as your current position and list the other position under current or previous positions
e.g. MA or PhD
Title in non-technical terms for the research proposal.
Use upper-case for the first word, proper nouns and acronyms only.
New * – Must confirmed
the nature of the research
requirements of the degree program. If the research is coursework, must indicate the course numbers.
New*
New*
Don’t forget to sign!

13. Doctoral applications
“Student” * If you are a student and also hold a position you must indicate “Student” as your current position and list the other position under concurrent or previous positions.
e.g. MA or PhD
Refer to the Instructions
Title in non-technical terms for the research proposal.
Use upper-case for the first word, proper nouns and acronyms only.
Don’t forget to sign!

14. Similar for both applications
For degrees currently in progress, include the expected completion date.

15. Similar for both applications
List academic and relevant non-academic work experience and administrative appointments
May include research & teaching assistantships

16. Similar for both applications
DO NOT use teaching or research assistantships in this section.
Cannot add an additional page for Credentials

17. NEW
Research Contributions are no longer listed on Page 6 of the application. They will now be included as an attachment. Maximum of one page.
Group your contributions by the category in the following order, listing your most recent contributions first.
1. Refereed Contributions
2. Other Refereed Contributions
3. Non-refereed Contributions
4. Forthcoming Contributions * list only ones that have been formally accepted for publication
5. Literary and Artistic works
Please refer to the instructions online regarding the format.

18. Similar for both applications
Separate keywords with a semicolon

19. Similar for both applications

20. Similar for both applications
Please don’t forget to add Memorial, even if you just started in September!
Only official transcripts are accepted (some exceptions apply)

21. General Presentation for Program of Study
Important Points
typed or word processed, single-sided, on 8 ½" x 11", white paper
single-space, with no more than six lines of type per inch
body text in a minimum 12 pt Times New Roman font
all margins set at a minimum of 3/4“ (1.87 cm)
your name appears within the set margins at the top right corner of every page
pages numbered consecutively following the last page of your application printout
Bibliography and Citations
maximum five pages
include a bibliography for your proposed Program of Study (do not send publications or include endnotes)
complete bibliographic details for all citations included in your Program of Study. Ensure that they are clear and complete to allow reviewers to locate the sources easily

22. J. A. Bombardier CGS M Program of Study (maximum of 2 pages)
Identify the university and degree program which you are pursuing or intend to pursue
Outline clearly the research training component of that degree program
Explain how the program of study meets one or more of the three components listed under the Program Eligibility Section as identified in the application profile section of the application
If your Master’s degree program involves a thesis, a major research paper/essay, or a major research project, provide a well-structured outline of your research proposal, specifying the research question, context, objectives, methodology and contribution to the advancement of knowledge

23. J. A. Bombardier CGS M Program of Study
And:
If your proposed research is in Psychology, you must justify your submission to SSHRC, rather than NSERC or CIHR as indicated under the new guidelines for eligibility
If the output of your degree program is an artistic creation, rather than a thesis, indicate clearly the research component of your proposed work. Outline the objectives of your research, the context, methodology, and contribution to the advancement of knowledge
If your program does not involve a thesis, major research paper/essay, or a major research project, outline clearly the research training component of the degree
If it is relevant to your research proposal, describe any work experience, community involvement or other extracurricular activity

24. SSHRC/CGS Doctoral Program of Study (maximum of 2 pages)
Entering first year of doctoral studies:
Clearly state your current level of study.
Give the title and a brief description of your master’s thesis, if applicable
Identify the degree program which you will pursue(including any relevant courses) and provide an explanation for you choice.
Provide an outline of your doctoral thesis proposal, including the research question context, objectives, methodology, contribution to the advancement of knowledge

25. SSHRC/CGS Doctoral Program of Study
Currently in a doctoral program:
Clearly state your current level of graduate study and indicate what stage you are at in your thesis
provide the name of your supervisor of doctoral studies, if known
Outline your thesis proposal, including the research question, context, objectives, methodology and contribution to the advancement of knowledge in the field
describe what you hope to accomplish during the award tenure and what will remain to be done before you obtain your degree
Note:
If your proposed research is in psychology, justify your submission of this proposal to SSHRC under the new guidelines for eligibility
If the output of your degree program is an artistic creation rather than a thesis, indicate clearly the research component of your proposed work. Outline the objectives of your research, the context, methodology, and contribution to the advancement of knowledge

26. Same form for both applications
CGS M Applicants:
Doctoral Applicants:
Please Note ->
Referees must be faculty members who have had sufficient opportunity to assess your research potential, and, if applicable, the importance of your publication.
If completing a Master’s degree, one letter of appraisal must be from your Master’s supervisor (or equivalent).
If currently in a doctoral program and have a supervisor, one letter of appraisal must be from your doctoral thesis supervisor.
If you don’t have a supervisor, obtain a letter of appraisal from a faculty member who have had sufficient opportunities to access your potential, at the bachelor’s or Master’s level.

27. Master’s Application

28. Doctoral Application

29. Master’s Application
Please include the checklist and verify the application once completed before printing.

30. Doctoral Application
Please include this checklist and verify your application once completed before printing

31. For complete eligibility details:
Eligibility Requirements for the Canada Graduate Scholarship (CGS) – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplement (FSS)
To be eligibility for this program one must be registered at a Canadian institution and hold a Joseph-Armand Bombardier (CGS) at the master’s or doctoral level or a Vanier CGS in the social sciences and humanities.
Two deadline dates: June 10th and October 10th
For complete eligibility details:

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