General Calendar 2000-2001
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UNIVERSITY OF
REGINA General Calendar 2000-2001 |
SCHOLARSHIPS AND ASSISTANTSHIPS
RESEARCH CENTRES AND UNIVERSITY INSTITUTES
Asia Pacific Management Institute
Canadian Institute for Broadband and Information Network Technologies Incorporated (CIBINT)
Canadian Plains Research Center
Centre for Franco-Canadian and Francophone Studies
Centre for Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Centre for International Teacher Education
Dr. Paul Schwann Applied Health and Research Centre
Institute for United Nations and International Affairs (IUNIA)
Regina Experimental Group for Intermediate Energy Physics Research (REGIE)
Regina Water Research Institute
Sample Survey and Data Bank Unit
Saskatchewan Institute of Public Policy (SIPP)
Saskatchewan Instructional Development and Research Unit (Faculty of Education)
DEAN
R.Kelln
FACULTY ADMINISTRATOR
C. Olive
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research emphasizes the partnership of teaching and research that provides the essence of any university, the dissemination and expansion of knowledge. Through its programs, research centres and international activities, the Faculty attempts to respond to the ever changing needs of our global community.
The Faculty's active role in research activity, research management and teaching enables it to foster and promote excellence in scholarly work. It achieves these goals of scholarly excellence by recruitment of the best and brightest faculty and students. At Regina, we celebrate the rejuvenation that accompanies the appointment of new, young and dynamic researchers. These appointments are balanced by experienced professors whose dedication, commitment and abilities in grant and contract competitions have earned us the solid reputation which the University enjoys. The ratio of students to faculty tends to be relatively low generally affording extensive contact of students with their mentors.
Research is vital to the university and demonstrates the broad spectrum of our involvement. It can be pure research or applied research, long term in scope or short term. University resources are enhanced in this effort by collaboration with the public and private sectors and other educational institutions. Contacts with colleagues around the world enable our researchers to examine problems in diverse physical, social and cultural settings and provide opportunities for scholarly activity at several other Canadian and international facilities.
In graduate studies, students conduct research and expand their knowledge in chosen specialties. Graduate students can make significant academic contributions to our University. Their professional accomplishments, energies, and innovation strengthen the University of Regina and benefit our community. Often hired as teaching assistants, seminar leaders or research assistants, they are poised to nurture and encourage undergraduate students as well as gain relevant experience. Through international academic exchanges involving the work of students and faculty, the University facilitates scholarly cultural awareness and mutual understanding. Global linkages create a dynamic, enriched learning environment.
The Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research takes pride in the quality and range of programs which it has supported in the past. Future endeavors intend to provide greater opportunities for multidisciplinary programs. Planning is underway with respect to increased international involvement, development of research centres and laboratories, university/industry joint appointments, and technology transfer.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Postgraduate diplomas and programs of graduate studies leading to MA, MASc, MBA, MEd, MEng, MFA, MMus, MPA, MSc, MSW, MV/TEd, MHRD, MHRM and PhD degrees are offered by the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
See the Graduate Studies and Research Academic Calendar.
PHD DEGREE
A student must have a standing equivalent to the Master's degree granted by the University of Regina for admission to the program of research and instruction leading to the PhD degree.
The Faculty offers PhD programs in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, and psychology. In certain circumstances, multidisciplinary PhD programs and PhD programs in other fields are available by special arrangement.
The PhD, a research degree with a coursework requirement, requires a high level of independent research.
MASTER'S DEGREE
For admission as fully-qualified candidates to a Master's degree program, students must hold a degree equivalent to a 4-year degree from the University of Regina. Candidates must also have a minimum average of 70% in their undergraduate work.
Applicants from universities at which English is not the regular language of instruction must provide proof that they can profit by instruction at the University of Regina. This proof is provided by taking one of the recognized tests. Students may take TOEFL with a minimum score of 550 for mathematics, physics, computer science and engineering and a minimum score of 580 in the other disciplines. CANTEST and IELTS have been approved as acceptable alternatives to TOEFL in areas where TOEFL is not available.
The Faculty offers the following Master's degree programs: the Master of Applied Science (MASc) and Master of Engineering (MEng), in environmental systems engineering, electronic systems engineering, industrial systems engineering and advanced manufacturing and process systems; the Master of Business Administration (MBA) in business management; the Master of Arts (MA) in Canadian plains studies, economics, English, French, geography, history, mathematics, musicology, music theory, philosophy, political science, psychology, religious studies, sociology and social studies; the Master of Human Resource Development (MHRD) and the Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) the Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in ceramics, printmaking, drawing, painting, sculpture and multi-media; the Master of Music (MMus) in performance, composition, conducting; the Master of Education (MEd) in curriculum and instruction, educational administration, and educational psychology; Master of Public Administration (MPA) in public policy and administration; the Master of Vocational/Technical Education (MV/TEd); the Master of Science (MSc) in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, computer science, geography, geology, mathematics, physical activity studies, and physics; and the Master of Social Work (MSW).
Special case master's programs are available in anthropology, Indian studies, and linguistics. Candidates may also be admitted into Master's programs which may involve working outside of or between established programs.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA
Admission to a Postgraduate Diploma in education requires a minimum average of 70%.
Postgraduate Diploma programs are available in curriculum and instruction, educational administration, educational psychology, and vocational/technical education.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND ASSISTANTSHIPS
A limited number of University scholarships, bursaries, teaching and research assistantships are available to qualified graduate students. Deadline dates for application are published in the scholarships and awards booklet and the graduate calendar.
A number of nationally-awarded scholarships may be held at the University of Regina. Prospective graduate students should obtain a copy of the University of Regina Graduate Studies and Research publication, Awards and Scholarships, or access this publication via the Web Site, early in their penultimate semester, as many of the national competitions close by December 1 of each year.
Applications for many of these awards are available in the Graduate Studies office.
Full details on admission, program requirements and graduate course offerings may be found in the Graduate Studies and Research Academic Calendar.
Graduate calendars, application forms and additional information may be obtained from:
Dean
Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research
University of Regina
Regina, Saskatchewan S4S 0A2
Internet Home Page: http://www.uregina.ca/gradstudies/
OFFICE OF RESEARCH SERVICES
RESEARCH ADMINISTRATOR
J.M. Campbell
Located in the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research, the Office of Research Services is responsible for the administration of research at the University of Regina.
The Office's services include:
1. providing liaison between investigators, clients and funding agencies in identifying and arranging research funding and contract work;
2. assisting companies to explore opportunities for establishing collaborative research partnerships;
3. disseminating information on the research and scholarly activities of the University of Regina;
4. maintaining a database listing sources of funds for research,
5. eligibility requirements and deadlines for submission of applications;
6. processing grant applications for University of Regina researchers and their clients;
7. handling all negotiations and contracts concerning patents and licenses owned by the University of Regina; and,
8. administering some research budgets within the University.
The Office works Co-operatively with University officials to stimulate and co-ordinate all facets of research at the University.
Twenty research centres and research groups focus on specific areas of investigation or provide specialized services. Semi-autonomous in structure, these centres work closely with the Office of Research Services in arranging funding and marketing their services.
For additional information, contact the centres directly or contact:
Office of Research Services
University of Regina
Regina, Saskatchewan S4S 0A2
Internet Home Page:
http://www.uregina.ca/gradstud/research/index.html
RESEARCH CENTRES AND UNIVERSITY INSTITUTES
The University has developed a faculty active in the pursuit of their scholarly work and research. The work spans the breadth of our programs and includes research at its various stages, from basic research and reflective inquiry to applied research and development work. In addition to graduate education within academic units, students can be associated with specialized research units within the University. These research units are usually interdisciplinary in nature, so the students can have contact with faculty and technical staff from various disciplines.
The following is a list of the research groups associated with the University:
ASIA PACIFIC MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
Director: T.B.A.
The Asia Pacific Management Institute was established to provide an interdisciplinary approach to the development of a knowledge base of the people, culture, resources, institutions, government policies, economies and businesses of Asia; to disseminate knowledge of the area to students, academics, governments, and the business community; to facilitate strategic approaches for Canada to respond to the emerging competition from the region; to identify and assess the region's business potential and assist governments and the business community in developing strategies to capitalize on opportunities; and, to initiate student and teaching exchange programs.
The Institute provides consultative services for its clients in marketing research, the development of strategies for market penetration and business participation, the identification and arrangement of business partners and agents, intercultural business training and business negotiation training. It also provides workshops on how to do business with the region, as well as executive training programs for business leaders from Asia and combined business forums for Canadian and Asian business leaders.
CANADIAN INSTITUTE FOR BROADBAND AND INFORMATION NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES INCORPORATED (CIBINT)
Executive Director: Mr. P. Van Vliet
CIBINT is a research corporation wholly owned by the University of Regina founded in response to the need for joint industry-university research in fibre-optic networks and related systems. It develops new information network systems, based primarily on fibre-optic telecommunication technologies and carries out research in all aspects of integrated network and related systems for applications to the building construction industry.
CANADIAN PLAINS RESEARCH CENTER
Executive Director: Dr. D. Gauthier
The Canadian Plains Research Center (CPRC) is an interdisciplinary regional research center. Its mandate is to conduct and support research and scholarly work on aspects of the natural and human history of the Canadian plains.
The Center has a collection of publications, archival data and oral history available for use. The publishing division of the Center produces a biannual journal, Prairie Forum, with articles related to the study of the plains regions in Canada and the United States.
To foster comparative research, the CPRC is affiliated with the Centers for Great Plains Studies in Lincoln, Nebraska and Emporia, Kansas; and the Gorsebrook Research Institute, Halifax.
Director: Dr. M. Wong
Associate Director: Dr. C. Nicol
The Centre for Advanced Systems promotes enquiry into the problems of advanced systems. It fosters basic and applied research on topics including but not limited to: intelligent systems, microelectronics and aspects of information technology. Members of the Centre are assisted in planning, conducting, and funding of research proposals and projects. The Centre for Advanced Systems is the University's focal point for liaison with government, academic and industrial partners and clients involved in these areas. The CAS is an interdisciplinary research centre of the Faculties of Science, Engineering and Administration.
CENTRE FOR FRANCO-CANADIAN AND FRANCOPHONE STUDIES
Director: TBA
The Centre for Franco-Canadian and Francophone Studies seeks to develop a knowledge base of the people, resources, institutions, educational policies, and cultural activities relating to the Fransaskois and to the Francophonie of the Prairies. The Centre undertakes studies and research to address the most pressing issue of empowering local francophone communities in Saskatchewan and on the Prairies to improve their opportunities for cultural, social and economic development. The Centre initiates projects, programs and seminars to facilitate cultural retention by the Francophone population in Saskatchewan and the Prairies.
CENTRE FOR GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)
The Centre is a grouping of research and technical staff and facilities, centered in the Department of Geography, that supports education and research in the spatial distribution of resources, both physical and cultural. The Centre undertakes research and land resource information analysis projects for federal and provincial resource agencies, funding agencies and for private-sector firms. GIS services have been applied in agriculture, urban and rural land use, utilities, transportation, forestry, hydrology, parks, wildlife management and exploration for minerals, oil and gas. The unique environment of the Centre allows exposure to highly-trained staff and state-of-the-art equipment.
CENTRE FOR INTERNATIONAL TEACHER EDUCATION
Director: Dr. G. Pickard
In 1995 the Faculty of Education created the Centre for International Teacher Education (CITE) to foster basic research in teacher education and to promote the development of current research-based teacher education programs. Research topics include human resource development, global education, school management in developing countries, and multicultural education. Projects of applied research include international development and cooperation, sustainable changes in teacher education programs, curriculum development and instructional techniques.
DR. PAUL SCHWANN APPLIED HEALTH AND RESEARCH CENTRE
Director: Mr. R. Hovey
The Dr. Paul Schwann Applied Health and Research (DPS) Centre is a non-profit, University based wellness centre that promotes healthier lifestyle practices for the University of Regina, City of Regina and Saskatchewan communities. Its mission is to promote health and well being in Saskatchewan.
The Centre is housed within the Faculty of Physical Activity Studies and provides programs and services in the areas of health and fitness assessments, cardiac rehabilitation and risk reduction, musculoskeletal rehabilitation and conditioning programs, management of diabetes and osteoporosis, back care, and individual health and lifestyle counselling services. Health and well being programs are also specifically developed for corporations to address issues of stress, occupation health and workplace ergonomics.
In addition to these community focused programs, students, faculty and staff have access to services relating to fitness assessment, exercise prescription, nutrition and body weight management and occupational health concerns. As well, in collaboration with the University of Regina Counselling Services, the University community may access specialized programs relating to disordered eating and stress management. The DPS Centre also supports the athletic program at the University of Regina and competitive athletes from the community by providing high performance physiological testing and consultative services to enhance the performance of athletes.
In September of 1994, the DPS Centre, in conjunction with provincial health organizations and generous corporate sponsorship, developed the "Wellness Mobile". This outreach program delivers positive lifestyle and wellness education programs to the residents of rural Saskatchewan. The services provided by this traveling resource van are in response to the needs expressed by individual Health Districts within the province.
Director: Dr. B.D. Kybett
Associate Director: Dr. P. Tontiwachwuthikul
The Energy Research Unit (ERU) encourages and co-ordinates energy-related research conducted primarily by members of the Faculties of Science and Engineering. Through multi-disciplinary teamwork, the Unit has a reputation for innovative problem-solving.
The Unit's main areas of research change in response to the changes in energy use. Current research activities include: low-grade geothermal energy and its potential uses in the northern prairies; the combustion, gasification and co-processing of low rank coals; thermal maturity of oil and gas source rocks; computer-mathematical modelling of coupled fluid and heat flow in porous media; the chemistry of surfactants used in the potash industry; and new pollution-control methods.
Director: Dr. R. Kelln
Genbiotek is at the forefront of the rapidly expanding field of molecular biology. The scope of research within Genbiotek is wide ranging. Unit researchers are working in many areas, from classical genetics to genetic engineering from biopesticide control to antibody labeling of human tumor leukemia cells. Research spans the spectrum of the biological world, from simple prokaryotic cells, through plant and lower animals and into human cells. Work includes such diverse areas as DNA "fingerprinting" for forensic purposes or the genetic engineering as new agricultural crop varieties. The unit has the resources to tackle virtually any problem to which molecular biology could be applied.
Director: Dr. R.G. Haennel
The Institute for Health Studies (IHS) was established in 1994 by a collective of cross disciplinary researchers to undertake and promote research and study in health and health related areas focusing on the broad determinants of health. Activities of the IHS include direct service, research, program development and study in health and its broad determinants.
Cross disciplinary by design, members of the Institute liaise with industry, appropriate government agencies and non-government organizations and cooperate with other units at the University of Regina and the University of Saskatchewan to address specific issues related to the broad determinants of health. Through this intersectoral approach the Institute aspires to contribute to leadership and innovation in public policy development and reform.
INSTITUTE FOR UNITED NATIONS AND INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS (IUNIA)
Director: Dr. S. Juyal
The main purpose of the Institute for United Nations and International Affairs is to facilitate individual, group and organizational activities to enhance interdisciplinary scholarly research on matters relating to international affairs, specifically, the United Nations and other international organizations associated with the UN. Also, the Institute fosters cooperation and consultation between academic scholars and international organizations and undertakes projects to deepen and broaden understanding of the bases and effectiveness of international organizations and associated programmes.
Director: T.B.A.
In alliance with specialists in other areas of the University and with extra-mural groups, members of the School of Human Justice in the Faculty of Social Work conduct research on justice topics, with special emphasis on questions of social policy. "Justice" has been broadly defined to include social justice, as well as criminal or legal justice. Expertise in Prairie Justice Research lies in the areas of sociology of law, women's issues, the Young Offenders' Act and youth, drugs, alcohol and the legal process, indigenous people's justice and the law, family law and social policy, criminal justice, police, penology and criminology, public enquiries and the policy process.
REGINA EXPERIMENTAL GROUP FOR INTERMEDIATE ENERGY PHYSICS RESEARCH (REGIE)
Group Leader: Dr. E. Mathie
Members of REGIE regularly travel to the TRIUMF laboratory in Vancouver, where experiments are conducted in subatomic physics. The research interests of the group are diverse, including experiments in pion nuclear, polarization and few body physics using the Canadian High Acceptance Orbit spectrometer, CHAOS, and new initiatives in muon physics. Of particular importance are experiments addressing the "standard model of physics" and the interface between particle and nuclear physics. Graduate students typically are involved in all stages of experiments, with course work and data analysis conducted in Regina. Many aspects of software and some critical hardware elements of the experimental program have been developed by REGIE. The CHAOS collaboration involves scientists from seven nations. The University of Regina is an associate member of the TRIUMF consortium of universities.
REGINA WATER RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Director: Dr. D.R. Cullimore
The Regina Water Research Institute (RWRI) specializes in applied aquatic microbiology in environmental, domestic, and industrial waters. From environmental monitoring to identification of micro-organisms fouling industrial water, RWRI conducts research and analysis for a wide range of government and private sector clients.
Researchers at the Institute have access to sophisticated chemical and physical analytical systems, the University's mainframe computer and a trailer-mounted mobile field station.
SAMPLE SURVEY AND DATA BANK UNIT
Director: P. Smith
The Sample Survey and Data Bank Unit (SSDBU) provides specialized services to organizations and individuals, including faculty and graduate students, who require social science research techniques.
Maintaining co-operation with social science units at other universities, Unit staff have extensive experience in survey design (including sampling and survey instruments), implementation scheduling, cost estimation, coding and data reduction, data entry and basic programming, and co-ordinating research teams.
SASKATCHEWAN INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC POLICY (SIPP)
Director: Mr. D. Adams
SIPP is a newly created institute that was officially approved in February, 1998. The purpose of SIPP is to seek improvements in public policy development and performance. This Institute is devoted to stimulating public policy debate and providing multidisciplinary expertise, experience, research and analysis on social, economic, fiscal, environmental, educational and administrative issues related to public policy.
The Institute will also contribute to the training and professional development of executives from both the private and public sectors who have an interest in, or responsibility for, the design and implementation of public policy as well as training of future public policy researchers and managers. SIPP will facilitate citizen involvement in the debate about public issues.
SASKATCHEWAN INSTRUCTIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH UNIT (FACULTY OF EDUCATION)
Director: Dr. C. Krentz
The Unit is an agency for instructional development and research dealing with teaching and its impact on learning. Its mandate includes conducting development activities and research relevant to classroom instruction in Saskatchewan; establishing and maintaining effective consultative services for those seeking information about research findings and new developments in instruction and learning theory and their applicability to Saskatchewan; disseminating research findings, methodological approaches, and critical analyses to researchers and practitioners through publications, seminars and other means; facilitating co-operation among individuals, groups and organizations in identifying research needs and resources and undertaking appropriate projects; providing research training opportunities for graduate students in education; and identifying, securing and distributing research funds.
Director: Dr. D. Broad
The Social Policy Research Unit (SPRU), the research arm of the Faculty of Social Work, conducts and promotes applied social research and policy analyses in the human services.
The Unit's activities include direct research and facilitation, information dissemination, the preparation of briefs, policy advocacy, publishing, conferences and workshops, and operation of the SPRU Clearing House. Open to the public, the SPRU Clearing House contains a unique collection of current social welfare materials, providing access to Canadian and Saskatchewan-based research.
SPRU publishes a series of working papers and monographs emphasizing Saskatchewan-based research.
Encompassing a wide range of statistical, participatory and applied research skills, SPRU also provides services on contract to government, non-government, and private sector agencies.
SUBATOMIC PHYSICS AT REGINA WITH RESEARCH OFFSHORE (SPARRO)
Group Leader: Dr. G.J. Lolos
The SPARRO group consists of four faculty members from the Department of Physics, several graduate students and two research associates. The mission statement of the SPARRO group is to integrate experiment and theory of subatomic physics in order to strengthen both areas of research; to conduct offshore physics research at Jefferson Lab (JLab) in the U.S.A., INS-ES in Japan, and BNL in the U.S.A., and any other international facility as the research interests of the group evolve. The group also seeks to form a Jlab dedicated Canadian nucleus and to expand Canadian presence at JLab in order to play a larger role in upcoming energy upgrades.
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