There are different scholarship programs the Department of Science and Technology has to offer for Filipinos that cover undergraduate and graduate programs. One of these scholarship programs is the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program which is a scholarship grant intended for graduate studies. The DOST University of Alberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program is a competitive scholarship opportunity that is awarded to students who exhibit excellent academic achievement. The scholarship grant covers the cost of tuition, books, and living expenses for the duration of the student’s graduate program.
If you wish to know more about this scholarship program, you can check it out below, as we are going to provide you with an in-depth guide to applying for the said scholarship.
What is the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program?
The UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program aims to create a mechanism for master’s and doctoral students from the Philippines to study and conduct research at Alberta with support provided jointly through DOST-SEI scholarships and UAlberta.
Priority Fields of Study
1. Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science
- Animal Science
- Plant Biosystems
2. Biochemistry
- Biochemistry
- Biophysics
- Cellular Biology
- Molecular Biology
3. Cell Biology
- Virology
4. Chemical and Material Engineering
- Nanomaterials and Biomaterials
5. Computing Science
- Algorithmics, Theoretical Computing Science
- Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning
- Bioinformatics
- Networks and Distributed Systems
- Robotics
Software Systems and Software Engineering
6. Earth and Atmospheric Science
- Atmospheric Science
- Geology
- Integrated Petroleum Geosciences
7. Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Integrated Circuits and Systems/Microsystems and Nanodevices
- Software Engineering and Intelligent Systems
8. Renewable Resources
- Soil Science
9. Physics
- Astrophysics and Space Physics
- Biophysics
- Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science
- Geophysics
- Particle Physics
Benefits
Scholars of the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program are entitled to receive the following financial benefits while on scholarship until the completion of his/her degree:
From the DOST-SEI
- Tuition and other school fees
- A monthly living allowance (based on the cost of living in Alberta, Canada);
- A one-round-trip economy fare from residence to a place of study (one-time only for the whole duration of the study);
- A Relocation allowance; and
- Pre-travel expenses.
From the Alberta
- International student differential tuition fee
Qualifications
When applying for the University of Alberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program applicant(s) must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- A doctoral or master’s degree student may be considered for admission if he/she meets the academic requirements of the University of Alberta department and the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research (FGSR), and subject to the availability of an appropriate graduate supervisor for the requested field of study.
Minimum admission requirements of the University of Alberta department and the application procedures are outlined on the FGSR website at www.gradstudies.ualberta.ca.
Requirements
Here is the list of all the requirements that applicants must provide or secure before applying for the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program:
- A duly accomplished Application Form
- A photocopy of Birth Certificate
- A Certified True Copy of the Official Transcript of Record
- Endorsement from the two former professors in college (For MS applicant) or two from professors in the MS Program for applicant pursuing a PhD program
- If employed, applicants must provide the following requirements:
- Recommendation from Head of Agency
- Permission to take a leave of absence (LOA) while on scholarship
- Medical Certificate as to health status and fitness to study from a licensed physician with his/her PRC license number indicated
- Valid NBI Clearance
- Letter of Admission from University of Alberta*
- Program of Study
- Budgetary Requirements (with supporting document for bases of rates used)
- Re-entry Plan, narrative
How to Get DOST University of Alberta S&T Scholarship
Here is a step-by-step guide to help you with your application for the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program:
Step 1: First Level Screening
Documentary evaluation of the form and other requirements by the DOST-SEI
Step 2: Second Level Screening
Evaluation of research topic and re-entry plan by the concerned DOST Council
Step 3: Third Level Screening
Interview by a panel composed of the SEI Director, DOST Councils and other relevant DOST agencies
Important Note:
- The applicant must apply to UAlberta for admission to the graduate program of his/her choice, following the normal procedure.
- The application must be submitted by the normal departmental deadline.
- At the time of application, he/she must advise Ms. Nicole Dewart, UAlberta Coordinator, through email address nicole.dewart@ualberta.ca and phone number +1-780-492-1579 that he/she is applying for admission and wish to be considered for the DOST-SEI-UAlberta GSP.
- Ms. Dewart shall assist the applicant in the application process and help identify possible supervising professors at UALberta.
If the applicant is selected for admission to UAlberta, the letter of admission will be conditional subject to awarding of the scholarship.
Important Reminders
Here are some of the important things to remember when you apply for the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program:
- Scholars, upon completion of his/her the scholarship program, shall return to the Philippines to render service physically on a full-time basis in his/her sending institution, preferably along his/her field of specialization for a period equivalent to twice the length of time that he/she enjoyed the MS/Ph.D. scholarship.
- Any service rendered before the completion of the scholarship grant shall not be counted/considered part of the service obligation.
- This scholarship program will adapt the existing policies on foreign scholarships implemented by DOST-SEI.
- The qualified applicant will pursue MS or Ph.D. Program on a full-time basis for a maximum period of 24 or 48 months, respectively.
Non-completion of degree or failure to render service, preferably in his/her sending to an institution may be a ground for refund, in full the total financial assistance received with 12% interest to the DOST-SEI; and the salaries and other remunerations, if there are any, to his/her sending institutions.
Video: How to Apply for the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program
This video will give you timely and insightful information about the process or procedure of applying for the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program at the University of Alberta in Canada. Here, you can follow through with the guidelines provided and you will be supplied with all the information you need to know.
Hence, it is recommended for you to watch this video. Additionally, you can check out the official website of the University of Alberta here – https://www.ualberta.ca/graduate-studies/index.html to know more information about the scholarship program(s) they offer for foreign students.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who can apply for the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program?
The UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program is intended for master’s and doctoral students from the Philippines to study and conduct research in Alberta with support provided jointly through DOST-SEI scholarships and UAlberta.
2. What are the benefits and privileges I can get from the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program?
Scholars or grantees of the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program are entitled to receive the following financial benefits:
From the DOST-SEI
- A Tuition and other school fees
- A monthly living allowance (based on the cost of living in Alberta, Canada);
- A one-round-trip economy fare from residence to a place of study (one-time only for the whole duration of the study);
- A Relocation allowance; and
- Pre-travel expenses.
From UAlberta
- International student differential tuition fee
3. What are the qualifications when applying for the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program?
When applying for the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program applicant(s) must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- A doctoral or master’s degree student may be considered for admission if he/she meets the academic requirements of the University of Alberta department and the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research (FGSR), and subject to the availability of an appropriate graduate supervisor for the requested field of study.
- Minimum admission requirements of the University of Alberta department and the application procedures are outlined on the FGSR website at www.gradstudies.ualberta.ca.
4. What are the requirements and required documents I need to secure when applying for the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program?
Here is the list of all the requirements that applicants must provide or secure before applying for the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program:
- A duly accomplished Application Form
- A photocopy of Birth Certificate
- A Certified True Copy of the Official Transcript of Record
- Endorsement from the two former professors in college (For MS applicant) or two from professors in the MS Program for applicant pursuing a PhD program
- If employed, applicants must provide the following requirements:
- Recommendation from Head of Agency
- Permission to take a leave of absence (LOA) while on scholarship
- Medical Certificate as to health status and fitness to study from a licensed physician with his/her PRC license number indicated
- Valid NBI Clearance
- Letter of Admission from University of Alberta*
- Program of Study
- Budgetary Requirements (with supporting document for bases of rates used)
- Re-entry Plan, narrative
5. Where can I apply for the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program?
You can apply directly to the official website of University of Alberta or you may go through the link provided on the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) website here – https://www.sei.dost.gov.ph/index.php/programs-and-projects/scholarships/postgraduate-scholarships#ualberta-s-t-graduate-scholarship-program.
6. What are the priority courses or programs that are covered by the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program?
You can go back above to check out the list of the priority courses or programs that are covered by the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program.
Summary
This is the procedure when applying for the UAlberta S&T Graduate Scholarship Program as well as the important things to remember. Bear in mind that this scholarship program is only intended to master’s and doctoral students from the Philippines to study and conduct research at Alberta with support provided jointly through DOST-SEI scholarships and UAlberta.
We hope that you find this article helpful and if you wish to know more about this scholarship program, you can go to the official website of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) here – https://www.sei.dost.gov.ph/index.php/programs-and-projects/scholarships/postgraduate-scholarships#ualberta-s-t-graduate-scholarship-program or visit the official website of the University of Alberta to gain more information and apply.