The University of New Brunswick Scholarship presents a premium, fully funded graduate research opportunity for international students aiming to pursue their studies in Canada. These fully funded PhD and Master of Science (MSc) student positions are hosted within the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the Fredericton campus.
Scholarship Overview
| Host Country | Canada |
| Institution | University of New Brunswick (UNB) |
| Study Location | Study in Canada |
| Eligible Countries | All Countries |
| Requirements | Minimum GPA of 3.3 on an undergraduate record |
| Scholarship Category | Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships |
| Reward | Full Tuition Coverage | Annual Living Stipends | Research Laboratory Funding |
| Application Closing Date | Not Specified |
Selected applicants will work under the direct supervision of Professor Jie Chen, engaging in cutting-edge research in Artificial Intelligence, optimization, and advanced wireless communication networks. Highly self-motivated students with strong interests in these technical fields are warmly encouraged to apply for the upcoming Fall 2026 or Winter 2027 academic intakes.
Benefits of University of New Brunswick Scholarship 2026
Recipients of this research-backed scholarship package will receive extensive financial and structural support:
- Full Financial Funding
- Annual Living Stipends
- Selected candidates have the flexibility to begin their research residency in either the Fall 2026 term or the Winter 2027 term.
- Advanced Research Environment
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- SANRAL Scholarship Program 2026
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- DAAD Helmut Schmidt Scholarship 2027
- Rhodes Global Scholarship 2027
Successful candidates will be embedded into professional research clusters focusing heavily on the following advanced technologies:
1. 5G/6G Communication Technologies
- Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC), wireless power transfer, millimeter-wave communications, RFID, MIMO, and OTFS architectures.
- Advanced channel estimation, signal detection, multiple access techniques, and complex wireless resource management.
2. Artificial Intelligence for Wireless Networks
- Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and foundational AI models optimized for communication infrastructure.
- Distributed machine learning, network optimization, and fully autonomous operations for next-generation wireless networks.
Eligibility Criteria
To safely pass the technical review handled by the ECE Department selection panel, applicants must demonstrate these baselines:
- Must hold a strong academic background in Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related quantitative fields.
- A stellar undergraduate record showing a minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.3 out of 4.0 (or its regional equivalent).
- Must hold a master’s degree with an excellent academic track record. Candidates who possess prior peer-reviewed research publications will be heavily preferred.
- Applicants must meet the official English language proficiency requirements established by the University of New Brunswick Graduate School.
Requirements
Candidates must compile all application elements into a single, unified PDF file. Ensure your digital package includes:
- A comprehensive Academic Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Legible copies of all official university transcripts (Undergraduate and Graduate, if applicable).
- A detailed, brief research statement describing your personal research interests and relevant technical skills.
- An official TOEFL or IELTS score report (if applicable to your home country).
- Digital copies or links to prior technical publications or conference papers (highly recommended for PhD tracks).
How to Apply for University of New Brunswick Scholarship 2026
Candidates must apply directly to the supervisor via email, following this exact sequence:
- Click on the green button below to see more details about the scholarship.
- Interested candidates should submit the following application materials as a single PDF file to jie.chen@unb.ca: CV, transcripts, a brief research statement, TOEFL/IELTS score report (if applicable), and publications (if applicable).
- Use the subject line: “[PhD/MSc] Application – [Your Name] – [Intended Start Term/Year]”.
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