Prospective Students

Prior to Applying

Thank you for your interest in joining my research group at the S²↔︎AM Lab. Before you submit an application, I highly encourage you to consider the following:

  1. Review My Research: It is essential that your research interests align with the ongoing work in our lab. I recommend that you read one of my recent papers to gain a better understanding of our focus areas and methodologies. This will help you determine if our lab is the right fit for your research ambitions.

  2. Motivation and Alignment: I am always looking for students who are highly motivated and passionate about contributing to innovative work on smart and sustainable advanced manufacturing. Please ensure that your application reflects your enthusiasm for this field and your desire to contribute to our lab’s mission.

  3. Prepare Thoughtfully: Write a well-considered research statement that outlines your interests, experiences, and how they connect to the work being done in our lab. Highlight any relevant skills and experiences that make you a strong candidate for our research group.

  4. Ensure a Complete Application: Please refer to the Application Details PDF for more details on how to apply. Submit all the required documents as specified in the PDF. Please bear in mind that due to the high volume of inquiries I receive, I may not be able to respond to all emails. Rest assured that I carefully review each complete application, and if your profile aligns with the lab’s needs and current projects, I will get in touch with you to initiate a conversation.

Funding Opportunities

For information on financial support and scholarships available to undergraduate and graduate students, please click here.

Course-based MEng Students

If you have been admitted to an MEng program and:

  1. Have achieved a GPA of over 85%,
  2. Your research interests align with those of the S²↔︎AM Lab, and
  3. You are interested in transferring to a thesis-based program

Please feel free to get in touch by clicking here. When contacting me, kindly attach:

  1. Your MEng transcripts,
  2. A research and motivation statement
  1. Tuition and Living Fees Estimates.
  2. Resources for International Students.
  3. Student Supports.
  4. Life in Winnipeg.

Keys to Grad School Success

  1. How to Email a Professor.
  2. Survival Guides to a PhD here, here, and here.
  3. A Guide to Academic Writing.
  4. Recommended Reading for PhD Students:

  • The Unwritten Rules of Ph.D. Research by Gordon Rugg and Marian Petre: A comprehensive guide to the often unspoken aspects of PhD research, covering everything from choosing a topic to writing your thesis.

  • How to Get a PhD: A Handbook for Students and Their Supervisors by Estelle M. Phillips and Derek S. Pugh: This book offers practical advice on every aspect of the PhD process, from choosing a supervisor to writing and defending your thesis.

  • Writing Your Dissertation in Fifteen Minutes a Day by Joan Bolker: A supportive and practical guide that helps PhD students overcome procrastination and develop a consistent writing habit.