Graduate Student Fellowships

Although the Sylvan Adams Sports Science Institute (SASSI) has only launched in August 2022, graduate fellowships have been allocated by SASSI to incoming students enrolled in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education (DKPE) since 2020.  This fellowship program aims to encourage thesis research that advances human sport performance. So far we have funded 17 students from all over the world. 

Fellowship Categories

  • Incoming Master’s students; $17,500 CAD/year for 2 years
  • Incoming Doctoral students; $30,000 CAD/year for 3 years
  • Incoming Post-Doctoral Fellows; $50,000 CAD/year for 2 years


Fellowship Applications

To apply, the student must have been admitted to a graduate program in DKPE, or have applied for admission into a DKPE graduate program. Applications are to be prepared together by the applicant and their intended supervisor. Exceptional cases may be considered (please inquire ahead of the application deadline). Application form and guidelines are available below. For more information, please contact SASSI administration via email.


The 2025 SASSI Postdoctoral Fellowship is now live on Workday!

Qualified candidates who may be interested are encouraged to apply using the link below before June 15, 2025.

Key Details:

  • Application Deadline: June 15, 2025
  • Fellowship Duration: 2 years
  • Salary: $50,000 annually (includes benefits; unionized position)
  • Please note: the salary field at the bottom of the job posting is automatically generated and does not reflect the actual compensation.
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