The BCDI 2030 programme offers high-quality education and training opportunities in Canada, including vocational and technical programmes.
Designed to enhance access to higher education, the initiative seeks to foster social and economic growth in the 26 eligible partner countries.
Program Overview
Funded by Global Affairs Canada, this initiative spans from 2022 to 2030 and is structured to align with the specific needs of participating countries. Its focus aligns with key areas of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), aiming to promote equality and create positive impacts in communities through education.
Host Institutions
The programme collaborates with various Canadian universities and institutions, each managing specific projects that offer scholarships in different fields of study.
Levels and Areas of Study
Funding under the BCDI 2030 program supports a range of academic pursuits, from skills training to undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral research programmes. Key study areas include:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
- Artificial Intelligence
- Sustainable Economies (Green and Blue Economy)
- Climate Action
- Health Sciences
- Public Administration and Governance
Scholarship availability and eligible programmes vary by project, so applicants must refer to specific partner institutions for details.
Scholarship Availability
Approximately 600 students from eligible partner countries will receive scholarships to study and train in Canada. A minimum of 51% of the recipients will be women, ensuring a focus on gender equality.
Eligible Countries
The programme supports scholars from 26 nations:
Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Republic of Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Niger, Rwanda, São Tomé and PrÃncipe, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Togo, and Tunisia.
Scholarship Value and Duration
The scholarship value differs based on the specific project under which the funding is provided.
Eligibility Criteria
Unlike traditional scholarship programmes, individuals cannot apply directly for BCDI 2030 funding. Instead, eligibility is determined through institutional partnerships.
A Canadian higher education institution (HEI) must collaborate with an HEI from one of the 26 eligible countries to establish a project. These institutions are responsible for launching scholarship calls and selecting beneficiaries based on programme requirements and academic criteria.
Application Process
Interested candidates must apply through international partner institutions. Specific details on available programmes, application deadlines, and required documents can be obtained through the designated contacts for each Canadian-funded project.
Since deadlines vary, applicants should visit the official website for updated information on how to apply.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website:Â Â https://www.educanada.ca/scholarships-bourses/non_can/bcdi2030.aspx?lang=eng
