Academic & Leadership Excellence Award for Graduate Certificate Programs

Presented to students enrolled in any graduate certificate program in the Faculty of Health & Life Sciences listed below:

• Clinical Bioinformatics
• Clinical Research
• Exercise Science & Lifestyle Management
• Health Informatics
• Health Sector Regulatory Compliance
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Regulatory Affairs
• Wellness Coaching

The following criteria must be met to be eligible for the scholarship:

• A minimum term GPA of 75% or equivalent during their academic program.
• Must demonstrate strong leadership qualities and the ability to work effectively in team settings. Examples provided should showcase their capacity to inspire, guide, and influence others, emphasizing initiatives or projects they have successfully led. Additionally, applicants should highlight contributions to group projects or collaborative activities that demonstrate teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Must include a written reflection as part of their application. This reflection should detail their personal growth experienced during their academic program and how this growth has shaped or reinforced their professional aspirations.
• Applications will be evaluated based on the alignment with the above criteria, the depth of reflection, and the quality of examples provided.