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The James Maxwell Studentship in Human Geography is awarded annually
by The Royal Canadian
Geographical Society. It is for students enrolled in a Master's
program at a Canadian university and engaged in thesis research
on the human geography of Canada.
This studentship was named in honour of James Maxwell, a former
Executive Director of The Royal Canadian Geographical Society.
The Maxwell Studentship in Human Geography will be awarded annually,
if applications so merit, to a student in a Masters program at a
Canadian university engaging in thesis research on the human geography
of Canada. The Studentship is valued at $5,000 and is not renewable.
Eligibility
Applications will be accepted from Canadian citizens and
permanent residents of Canada. Students must be registered in a
Masters program with a thesis requirement at a Canadian university,
and must propose a research topic that addresses some substantive
element of the human geography of Canada. Any Masters program that
allows for such a focus is acceptable. The Studentship will normally
be awarded to a student (full-time or part-time) whose course work
will be completed by the May following the application deadline.
Application Procedure
No application form is provided. Applications MUST conform to the
following format.
Do Not Submit Résumé
Items 1 through 9 must not exceed two (2) 81/2 x 11 pages using
one inch margins and a font that prints no more than twelve (12)
characters per inch. Please use capitals for section headings and
leave two lines between sections. Use a word processor or typewriter
to provide ONLY the information requested, using the headings listed
below and formatted as indicated:
1. Surname, Given Name
2. Social Insurance Number
3. Address (mail, telephone, e-mail, fax - list all available)
4. Current Program
5. Degrees (and other post-secondary qualifications)
6. Proposed Thesis Title
7. Academic Awards (if applicable)
8. Related Employment Experience (if applicable)
9. Names and Addresses (as in item 3 above) of Two Referees
In addition, please provide the following:
10. Referees' Evaluation
Included with the submission must be two (2) evaluations of your
academic performance and the proposed thesis research by faculty
who are familiar with your work. Applicants are responsible for
providing EACH referee with a copy of the Description of Research
(item 11) and ensuring that the evaluation, not more than one
page single-spaced, be returned to them in a SEALED envelope in
time for inclusion in their submission to the Society. One of
the referees will normally be the thesis supervisor.
11. Description of Research
This is to occupy no more than two (2) 81/2 x 11 pages, single-spaced.
It should provide a clear statement of the (1) focus of the research,
(2) conceptual framework, (3) research methodology and data sources
and (4) research budget.
12. University Ethics Clearance
Approval of the proposed research by the University Ethics Committee
or other relevant body must be submitted where the research involves
human subjects. For guidance, consult your faculty advisor or
Faculty of Graduate Studies.
13. Transcripts
Submit transcripts of your post-secondary education to date. Photocopies
are acceptable but may be verified by the Society.
The deadline for receipt of applications is
January 31st. Faxed applications will not be
accepted. Confirmation of receipt will be mailed. Applications
received after the deadline will not be considered. Please address
all submissions as follows:
Maxwell Studentship in Human Geography
Research and Grants Committee
The Royal Canadian Geographical Society
39 McArthur Avenue
Vanier, Ontario
K1L 8L7
For further information, please contact:
Sandra Smith, Coordinator of Society Programs
Phone: (613) 745-4629
Fax: (613)744-0947
E-mail
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