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Faculty of Graduate Studies

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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.

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How can a single image capture groundbreaking research? University of Calgary graduate students took on that challenge in the annual Images of Research Competition, using photography, AI and digital art to bring their discoveries to life. Hosted by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, the competition helps students refine their ability to present research in new ways. 

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Canadian Centre for Research Analysis and Methods hosts third-annual Rocky Mountain Methodology Academy

Experts offer data analysis and research design sessions from July 15 – 22, 2025

UCalgary graduate students translate complex ideas into captivating art

Winners of the 2024-25 Images of Research Competition celebrated at recent Awards Ceremony

'In this environment, everybody is welcome' — 2024 Teaching Award recipient Rita-Eresia Eke shares her classroom philosophy

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‘Without care, excellence cannot be attained’: Pallavi Banerjee shares how she approaches student mentorship

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UCalgary study seeks key to successful online learning

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