Industrial Postgraduate Scholarships - Master's and Doctoral Programs

The NSERC Industrial Postgraduate Scholarships (IPS) program allows masters and doctoral students to gain research experience in industry while undertaking advanced studies in Canada in an NSERC eligible field. There is no deadline for these awards - students may apply at any time throughout the academic year. Please visit NSERC's IPS website for full details.​

The Master's (IPS-1) has a maximum duration of 24 months and a minimum value of $21,000 per year ($15,000 is provided by NSERC and $6,000 is provided by the sponsoring company).

The Doctoral (IPS-2) has a duration of 24 or 36 months (depending on eligibility) and a minimum value of $21,000 per year ($15,000 is provided by NSERC and $6,000 is provided by the sponsoring company).