Scholarship Description:
Rio Tinto offers a graduate scholarship of $18,000 to a University of British Columbia (UBC) student pursuing a degree in pure or applied science, conducting research related to Rio Tinto’s mining activities, as part of their commitment to research and innovation.
The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a highly-ranked, research-intensive university situated in Vancouver, Canada. Studying at UBC as an international student offers a transformative experience, with a diverse student body from around the world fostering opportunities to forge friendships and networks across cultures. Renowned faculty members deliver innovative and challenging programs of study.
Furthermore, UBC’s campus is nestled in one of the world’s most picturesque cities, surrounded by mountains and oceans, providing ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits. UBC offers a supportive environment for international students, offering various services to aid in their adjustment, including housing support, English language programs, and cultural events. Overall, studying at UBC as an international student offers access to exceptional academic resources and cultural experiences.
Degree Level:
UBC Rio Tinto Graduate Scholarship Program, Canada, is available for Masters and PhD level programs at the University of British Columbia.
Available Subjects:
The following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program:
– Data Science
– Applied Science
– Modeling and Control Systems
– Analytical Technologies
– Science of the Environment
– Hydrometallurgy
– Electrolysis of Molten Salts
– Aluminum Metallurgy
Scholarship Benefits:
Partial funding of up to $18,000 per annum.
Eligible Nationalities:
This scholarship is open to international students, Permanent Residents, and Canadians.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must be enrolled or accepted in the first year of a Master’s or the first or second year of Doctoral studies in the 2022-2023 academic year. The scholarship is non-renewable, and previous recipients are ineligible to reapply.
Eligible Research Areas:
The program’s selection committee considers research projects in the following areas:
– Aluminum Metallurgy
– Electrolysis of Molten Salts
– Hydrometallurgy
– Science of the Environment
– Analytical Technologies
– Modeling and Control Systems
– Data Science
The programme’s selection committee will consider any research projects in these areas.
Applicants must be enrolled or accepted in a full-time graduate degree program.
Application Procedure:
– Confirm the internal application deadline with your graduate program.
– Submit a complete application package to your graduate program, including:
– Cover letter with specific information
– Proof of enrollment or acceptance
– Research project description
– Up-to-date official transcripts for all university-level studies
– Two letters of recommendation from professors or researchers
– Up-to-date CV
– Ensure all submitted documents meet presentation standards.
– Incomplete applications will not be considered.