Student life as a graduate student
Events and workshops
The Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) supports AU graduate students across all faculties with events focused on research skills, professional development, and career success.
Co-hosted workshops and professional development opportunities with Memorial University
FGS and Memorial University (MUN) offer free co-hosted workshops, webinars, and PD opportunities to both MUN and AU graduate students.
View the events on The Hub or on Memorial University’s site.
Graduate Student Research Conference
The 2021 Graduate Student Research Conference (GSRC) proved to be another energizing and inspiring event! With 45 student presenters, the event came together seamlessly, and we wish to thank everyone for their hard work and dedication in making the 2021 GSRC an amazing and memorable experience. Check out the post-conference highlights.
Planning for the 2022 conference is underway. Information will be updated as it becomes available.
Graduate Handbook
The Graduate Handbook includes information on FGS policies and regulations. It will help you navigate the following areas of graduate studies:
- admissions
- appeals
- program enrolments
- dissertations and theses preparation
- English language proficiency
- forms and requests
- transfer credit
- intellectual property guidelines
- exams
- program extension requests
- roles and responsibilities
Graduate student research and teaching opportunities
Build your skills and your resumé with research assistant opportunities.
Learning support
While you will not be in a classroom for your studies, you will never be alone. AU and the Faculty of Graduate Studies offer you a wealth of resources and support to help you excel:
Updated January 31, 2022 by Digital & Web Operations (web_services@athabascau.ca)