OpenFieldLifelong Learning Fellowship in Atlantic Canadian Maritime History
Research and lecture fellowship supporting independent scholars in documenting naval heritage, Mi'kmaq seafaring traditions, and Atlantic Canadian socioeconomic trade routes.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent demonstration of independent scholarly writing.
- English language proficiency
- English fluency required for seminar facilitation.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Curriculum vitae, research proposal (1,500 words), and sample published or archival work.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic or institutional letters of reference.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- CAD $3,500 research stipend and archival residency award across Halifax archives
- Application fee
- CAD $25 registration processing fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- CAD $210 annual comprehensive academic membership fee
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Seniors' College Association of Nova Scotia documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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