The University of Victoria invites applications for its Graduate Fellowship 2026, aimed at supporting graduate students exploring the theme of religion in the context of society and culture. This fellowship significantly reduces expenses while providing a high-impact intellectual environment.

  • 🌍 Eligibility: Open to all international MA & PhD students (mainly UVic, but also from other universities).
  • 📚 Focus: Projects connecting religion with society & culture (policy, gender, ethics, health, environment, art, media, science, etc.).
  • 💰 Funding: CAD $6,500 stipend (up to 12 months), prorated for shorter terms.
  • 🏛 Benefits: Office space, UVic library access, photocopying, workshops, weekly lectures, academic community.
  • 🏆 Named Awards: Includes CSRS Graduate Student Fellowship, Scales Family Fellowship, Ian H. Stewart Fellowship, and others.
  • 🔗 Combination: Can be paired with departmental/national scholarships or supervisor awards to reduce tuition/living costs.

Designation

Graduate Fellowship

Research Area

  • Religion in society and culture
  • Interdisciplinary approaches related to:
  • Public policy
  • Gender and sexual identity
  • Technology
  • Conflict and ethics
  • Health and environment
  • Art and literature

Location

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University of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Eligibility/Qualification

  • Open to graduate students (MA or PhD) primarily at UVic, but also to students from other universities.
  • Applicants must be working on their thesis or dissertation during the fellowship period.
  • Previous CSRS MA award holders can only reapply at the PhD level.
  • Applicants must not hold overlapping center-based prizes at UVic.
  • International students welcome to apply.

Job Description

  • The fellowship provides CAD $6,500 as a stipend for up to 12 months (prorated for shorter periods).
  • Access includes:
  • Photocopying and library services
  • Dedicated office space at the Centre for Studies in Religion and Society (CSRS)
  • Participation in daily gatherings, public lectures, and workshops
  • Award can be combined with departmental or external support to further reduce living expenses.

How to Apply

  1. Submit an online application form.
  2. Include an academic transcript and a current CV.
  3. Provide two PDF letters of support from your supervisor and another professor, sent directly to csrs@uvic.ca.

Last Date to Apply

November 10, 2025

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For additional details and application procedures, visit the University of Victoria’s official website.

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