Global Affairs Canada’s Canadian International Development Scholarships - BCDI 2030 program allows students from 26 eligible countries to study in Canada with full financing. The program supports technical programs, vocational training, and higher education at Canadian institutions.
The scholarship is intended to address the development objectives of partner countries and focuses on subjects associated with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. The initiative aims to improve social and economic development, reduce inequality, and expand access to high-quality education.
The initiative, which will run from 2022 to 2030, intends to provide participants with knowledge and skills that will benefit their communities and home nations.
Eligibility Criteria
- Application Procedure: Individual applications do not determine eligibility for the Canadian International Development Scholarships (BCDI 2030). Partnership initiatives between a Canadian university and a partner institution in a qualifying nation are used to choose candidates.
- Candidates must be nationals of one of the 26 nations that are eligible for the BCDI 2030 program.
- Institutional Requirements: Applicants must fulfill the requirements for admission and eligibility established by the partner Higher Education Institution (HEI) in their home country as well as the Canadian HEI.
- Partnership Selection: The BCDI 2030 programs in Canada usually involve institutional collaborations that nominate or choose participants.
Canada is the host nation.
Study Location: Canada
Category: Fellowships, Training, Master’s, PhD, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate Scholarships
Candidates from 26 chosen nations are eligible.
Benefits include career development assistance, full scholarship, and options for vocational training.
IELTS is not necessary for the English test.
Benefits
- Scholarships for study and training in Canada will be awarded to over 600 students from partner nations.
- Women will make up at least 51% of the chosen scholars, advancing inclusivity and gender equality.
- In order to improve their employment prospects, participants will acquire important professional experience, knowledge, and abilities.
- Scholars are expected to become leaders and change-makers within their communities.
- Participants will assist social and economic development back home after finishing the program.
