Faculty of Graduate Studies
Student experience
We are here to support your success throughout your graduate program. Explore the resources available and connect with the people who are here to provide guidance to you along the way.
Core academic requirements for graduate students
Make sure you are familiar with our Bona Fide Academic Requirements (BFARs) -- the core academic requirements a graduate student must acquire in order to gain, and demonstrate acquisition of, essential knowledge and skills. The BFARs include GRAD 7500 Academic Integrity and GRAD 7300 Research Integrity, two online tutorials all graduate students and pre-master's students must complete.
Your thesis and practicum
Your thesis or practicum is a key part of your degree requirements. Know the rules and requirements associated with their preparation, and seek help if you need it. If you are up for a challenge, distill your research findings down to three minutes and enter the UM 3MT competition.
Academic and career support
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Student orientation
Get an introduction to Grad Studies, including how to write at the graduate level, work with an advisor, apply for a scholarship, network and more.
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Plan your journey with #UMGradGoals
Understand the key actions you need to take throughout your academic career. #UMGradGoals give you important academic program, funding and professional development information to help you succeed.
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Workshops
Explore our wide range of not-for-credit workshops, designed to help you navigate your programs and prepare you to transfer your skills and knowledge to the workplace.
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Supporting Aboriginal Graduate Enhancement (SAGE)
UM’s Supporting Aboriginal Graduate Enhancement (SAGE) programming supports your cultural, academic, personal and professional development throughout your master’s and doctoral studies.
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Graduate Studies Career Compass
Map out your career pathway from the start of your academic journey. Review sample job outcomes and learn about the skills and experiences that can support your employability. Engage early and plan for success!
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Forms
Find forms for master’s and doctoral programs, including those relating to your thesis, letters of permission, appeals, funding and awards.
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Student Advocacy
Student Advocacy is a safe place for students. We help you navigate university processes and advocate for your rights as a student at UM. If anything in your personal or academic life is affecting your studies, contact Student Advocacy.
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Advisor Student Guidelines (ASG)
These guidelines help advisors/co-advisors and graduate students to establish mutually acceptable guidelines for their working relationship, thereby enhancing the graduate student experience.
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Academic advising
Contact the support staff in your program for help with questions related to admissions, registration and program-related resources.
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Environmental health and safety office
The Environmental Health and Safety Office (EHSO) provides programming and services to ensure the health and safety of the university community, its facilities and of the environment.
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Academic Learning Centre
The Academic Learning Centre serves graduate and undergraduate, full and part-time students at UM. Make an appointment with a writing or study-skills tutor or sign up for one of our many workshops, all at no charge.
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International Students
Moving to Canada to study is an exciting opportunity! Proper planning and support from the International Centre can help you settle in to life at the University of Manitoba.
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Student Accessibility Services
Students can confidentially consult with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) about disability disclosure, accommodations for graduate programs and how academic accommodations interact with bona fide academic requirements (BFARs).
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Job Search and Volunteer Resources
Career Consultants provide confidential support for career planning, job search and interview preparation. The Resume Learning Centre offers appointments and drop-in for resume and cover letter support.
Get involved
Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition
Become a 3MT challenger! Present your thesis in three minutes in this annual competition for graduate students. Start with the University of Manitoba event, and perhaps you will end up on the world stage.
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Funding, awards and financial aid
We want you to succeed as a graduate student. Find out how you can access funding so you can focus on your studies.
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Intellectual property policy
Learn about the UM intellectual property rules and regulations to protect your own rights and respect the rights of others.
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Housing
The experience of living on campus will enhance your educational and personal growth. Learn what options are available to you both on and off campus.