Bob Peart Graduate Scholarship in Terrestrial Parks and Protected Areas

One scholarship, of at least $1,000, is awarded to an academically outstanding graduate student enrolled in a Masters or PhD program in the Department of Geography and one scholarship, of at least $1,000, is awarded to an academically outstanding graduate student enrolled in a Masters or PhD program in the School of Environmental Studies. The applicants’ research must be related to terrestrial parks and protected areas. Preference will be given to a student who conducts applied or field research, and to a student whose research includes a focus on:
- Terrestrial parks management;
- Large landscape connectivity;
- The engagement of children and youth in nature; and/or
- Advocacy for children to develop a meaningful connection to the natural world.

Selection will be based on a statement prepared by applicants showing evidence of academic achievement and intended research focus. Applicants will each apply to their "home" units by September 8th.

Approval will be made by the Faculty of Graduate Studies Graduate Awards Committee on the recommendation of the Department of Geography and the School of Environmental Studies.

Amount

at least $1,000

Application deadline

September 8

Eligibility

Normally, the minimum requirement for consideration is an A- average and any additional criteria that has been established by the donor. Application details, deadlines and eligibility criteria are all listed in the award description. Unless otherwise noted in the award description, you must be a full-time graduate student. 

Retaining funding

Ongoing UVic graduate funding requires students to maintain a minimum level of academic standing and some ongoing maintenance.