Student Resources

Academic integrity

In graduate education it is essential that an environment exists where faculty and students have the utmost regard for academic integrity. Graduate students often engage in research with a large degree of independence. Therefore, they are expected to and must pursue their academic and research activities in a manner that is consistent with the highest standards of ethical and scholarly practice. For further details, go to Academic Integrity.

Funding

Research Assistants

As a Research Assistant (RA), students assist principal investigators in conducting research activities. The minimum rate of pay is defined by the Granting Council (SSHRC, NSERC or CIHR) or organization/institution which is funding the principal investigator. When that institution is Toronto Metropolitan University, the minimum rate of pay is defined in the OPSEU Collective Agreement, Article 14, Section 14.06. The terms of employment of graduate students will be consistent with this collective agreement. However, the minimum recommended rate of pay for graduate students is the rate at which Graduate (Teaching) Assistants are paid, which is outlined in the CUPE 3 Collective Agreement. Visit the Research Assistant opportunities for current postings.

Graduate (Teaching) Assistants

At Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), a Graduate (Teaching) Assistant or GA refers to a graduate student who is employed to assist with teaching or related duties. The student has be a TMU student currently enrolled on a full-time basis in one of the university’s Master’s or PhD programs.

This type of employment opportunity is typically offered by a department or school. Full-time graduate students can be employed for a maximum of 10 hours per week. The rate of pay can be found on the Human Resources website in the CUPE Local 3904 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. Students may be offered a GA position by their program, and/or the positions will be posted on the HR website. Visit Careers for current postings. Terms of employment of graduate students will be consistent with the collective agreements between TMU and its employee groups.

Internal awards and scholarships

There are a number of scholarships and awards available to graduate students on a competitive basis. Click on the individual scholarship or award name for detailed information including eligibility criteria and application deadlines.