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Graduate Studies and Research

Changing the World, Together

The University of Regina has a long history of producing successful graduates. Our grads are creators, innovators, problem solvers and big thinkers.

We are proud of our innovative programs for professional and academic careers. We offer more than 50 Master’s, 20 Doctoral and 13 graduate certificate programs. We currently lead Canadian comprehensive universities in research impact and international research collaboration, and we’ve emerged as a centre of excellence on a number of research fronts.

Graduate students enjoy great access to professors and opportunities for one-on-one mentorship. Combine that with an exceptional collection of student support services and you find a great environment to pursue your graduate work.

Our holistic approach to graduate education through offers student-centred experiences in an academically nurturing environment that prioritizes: professional skills development, inclusive programming, experiential opportunities and global engagement.

Whether you’re looking to become a world-renowned expert in your field, to stand out from the crowd in today’s competitive job market or to enhance your skills and move up in your career, a U of R graduate degree is the next step in achieving your goals. Choose from PhD's, Master's Degrees and Graduate Certificates.

Funding Opportunities

With over 10 million dollars in scholarships awarded to our students every year, the U of R is ready to support you in financing your graduate education.

Scholarships are crucial for reducing the financial burden of graduate school and I am grateful for the support I have received through both the University of Regina and NSERC. It is encouraging to have the importance of my research and hard work acknowledged through these scholarships.
Brendan Bishop, NSERC Awardee 2022
PhD Student in Geology

URGradExperience

FGSR provides numerous professional development opportunties, chances to network with other students and events that allow students to showcase their hard work. FGSR also promotes student entrepreneurship through the Graduate Advanced Training and Entrepreneurship (GATE) Centre.

Join Us!

Are you a grad student doing exciting and interesting thesis research? Consider U of R's annual 3MT competition. Next edition coming on 2025!

Upcoming Events

Jan24
Deadline for 3MT Early Bird RegistrationRegister here to compete by Jan. 24, plus compete in the first heat in February for a chance to win one of three $100 gift cards.
Jan25
Part 1: Startup 101 BootcampIn person.
Jan28
DRS - Introduction to R for Data Visualization+Data visualization can be one of the most effective ways to communicate findings to a broad audience. This workshop will introduce learners to R packages designed to create publication-ready visualizations for both categorical and continuous data. Through hands-on activities, participants will learn how to go from data set to customized visualizations using open source tools. Previous participation in the"Introduction to R for Data Analysis"workshop will be helpful, but is not required. Instructor: Caitlin Bakker Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 10am-11:30am Registration link: https://uregina.libcal.com/event/3814401
Jan28
Deadline for Science Exposed 2025January 28 - Science Exposed 2025 is now open! Eye-catching images coming from research projects from all fields* can be submitted until January 28, 2025. The individuals or groups that have the most successfully combined creativity and science will be awarded one of the four $2000 cash prizes. The contest is organized by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and Acfas. (*with the exception of the arts). Check out our latest tweet for more information: https://x.com/FGSR_UofR/status/1863971094472118444. Or to enter, click here.
Jan28
Networking Etiquette (CESL)Learn to network like a pro and boost your network. Gain skills that help you stand out during networking events!
Jan28
Tuesday Talks Presented by GATEHybrid.
Jan29
Your Path to Global Leadership: UN Volunteers (Workshop)Have you considered dedicating your skills and expertise virtually to advance global peace, development, and humanitarian efforts? Join us for an exclusive webinar with the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program team. Learn how you can contribute to tackling today’s sustainable development challenges through online volunteering, while gaining valuable skills and networking with UN entities, governments, public institutions, and civil society organizations from around the globe. During this webinar, you will: • Learn about the United Nations Volunteer system and the diverse range of online volunteer opportunities. • Get recommendations on how to create a strong volunteer profile and application. • Ask questions and get answers directly from the UNV team. Don’t miss this opportunity to take the first step towards global leadership. Register here for the event. A Zoom link will be automatically sent to you once you register.
Jan29
DRS - Research Data Management: File Organization and Data Storage+This workshop will cover two key practical components of Research Data Management. First, we will look over practical ways to create a file organization system for your projects and how to name your files. Second, we will look at developing a data storage and backup plan and practical considerations for saving your data. Instructor: Kaetlyn Phillips Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 10:30am-11:30am Registration link: https://uregina.libcal.com/event/3863167

Contact Us

306-585-4161
graduate.studies@uregina.ca  
Centre for Kinesiology, Health & Sport Floor 2A, Room 227 
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