WHAT is DURA?
Dean's Undergraduate Research Awards
DURA enables undergraduate students the opportunity to gain hands-on research experience under the supervision of the Faculty of Science. They provide a 16-week positions (paid, full-time) for students to work in a York University research lab over the summer. If you are an International student, you are eligible for DURA only.
|
ELIGIBILITY OF STUDENTS
- In order to apply, you must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- You are registered (at the time you apply) in a bachelor's degree program at an eligible university.
- You have obtained, over the previous years of study, a cumulative average of at least "B". Please note, these awards are extremely competitive.
- At the time of the award, you have completed the requirements for your first year of university study (two academic terms).
- You are not eligible if:
- You have previously received a total of three NSERC USRAs.
- You are currently enrolled in an undergraduate professional degree program in the health sciences (e.g., MD, DDS, BScN).
Where to go for assistance?
Please refer to the NSERC Page for more information on how to apply as the application process is identical to the NSERC award.