The NSERC CREATE Training Program for Offshore Technology Research (OTR) is an opportunity for highly-qualified personnel to study, research and intern in the growing offshore industry and build on the research strengths associated with Canada’s research priority on natural resources and energy.
The program is in response to identified needs in the offshore industry and has been designed to ensure that trainees receive professional training and active participation, team building, critical thinking, key industry problem solving, writing and presentation skills, networking with others, mentoring and career development.
OTR graduate students will take specialized courses and focus on research in four theme areas: floating structures, mooring lines and risers, corrosion material engineering, and subsea systems. During the path of their research, students will participate in a four-month internship with an industrial or research partner.
How To Apply
The application process for the NSERC CREATE Training Program for Offshore Technology Research (OTR) is easy! Interested applicants are asked to submit an application to Memorial University’s School of Graduate Studies for entry to graduate studies. At the same time, prospective students should complete the application for the OTR program. This application will highlight the area of research interest in Offshore Technology assist in matching the student with an academic supervisor.
Research Areas
The NSERC CREATE Training Program for Offshore Technology Research (OTR) focuses on four key areas of research in the Offshore; Floating Structures, Mooring Lines and Risers, Corrosion Material Engineering and Subsea Systems. These four theme areas cover a wide range of potential research topics for the program participants to study and explore.
People
The NSERC CREATE Training Program for Offshore Technology Research (OTR) brings together a group of energetic and focused educators, researchers and students in the area of offshore technology research. Within the university, this team will work together in the delivery of the academic courses, bi-monthly seminars and research endeavors. The OTR partners are an essential component of our team providing the financial support to offer this innovative program and the unique internship opportunities for our students.