Faculty of Graduate Studies
We take a student-centred approach to create a meaningful graduate student journey.
As a University of Calgary graduate student, you are a part of the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS). While your teaching faculty provides the home for your research, courses and scholarly activities, we are here to answer your questions, support, guide and empower you in your graduate journey.
Tara L. Beattie
Dean and Vice Provost – Graduate Studies
GRADnews
Parker Volk’s research on parasitic worms and immune control could transform how we treat chronic inflammation. His award-winning Three Minute Thesis talk earned first place at UCalgary and secured him a spot at the national showcase on Nov. 6, 2025, where he’ll represent the Faculty of Graduate Studies and UCalgary on a national stage.
Latest graduate news
How parasitic worms could change the future of inflammation research
PhD student Parker Volk’s fascination with parasites leads to national recognition and the prestige of representing UCalgary at the 2025 Three Minute Thesis national showcase
Transformative Talent Internships expand on campus to create new opportunities for graduate students
The Faculty of Graduate Studies program connects students with UCalgary teams for short-term, skill-building projects
Indigenous Graduate Award spotlights student excellence at UCalgary
With record applications and more than $940,000 in funding, the annual competition is now open
UCalgary PhD student turns internship into a space exploration opportunity
Matthew McConnell leverages the Transformative Talent Internship program to join Canada’s first lunar rover mission
Cannon Lachapelle Awards celebrate UCalgary entrepreneurial excellence
$7.5M donation creates university’s third-largest graduate scholarship endowment
Faculty of Graduate Studies hosts inaugural Transformative Talent Internship Non-Profit and Social Innovation Fair
Graduate students meet local organizations to explore internship opportunities that create community impact
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Academic Calendar
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