Brandon University Research Committee (BURC)

The Brandon University Research Committee (BURC) holds an annual competition to award internal research funds to BU faculty members. BURC is chaired by the Vice-President (Research & Graduate Studies) and is composed of two Members from each of the Faculties of Arts, Science, Education, Health Studies, and School of Music; one Member from Members in Student Services and the Library; and one Dean/Director or Member appointed by the President.

BURC establishes its own policies and develops processes for the administration of the funds.

Please submit your application via e-mail to Kerry Murkin (murkink@brandonu.ca).

BURC Applications and Report Form

BURC Early Career Researcher Grant Application

BURC Research Grant Application

BURC Knowledge Mobilization Grant Application

BURC Research Event Grant Application

BURC Research Final/Progress Report Form

BURC Grant Amendment Form

Application Resources

EDI Considerations in Research Grant Applications

EDI Considerations can be found on Moodle (Moodle/Communication Websites/ORS)

Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) Collective Agreement

The PSAC CA outlines pay rates and employment responsibilities when hiring student research assistants.

Budget and Budget Justification Guidelines

HR Payroll Estimator

Travel & Business Expense Policy

Travel & Per Diem Rates