BCDI 2030

The 海角社区 has been selected to host a BCDI 2030 scholarship project

The Canadian International Development Scholarships program 2030 (BCDI 2030) is a unique international development program that leverages higher education to strengthen social and economic development in 26 eligible Francophonie and Commonwealth countries, as well as other Small Island Developing States. Funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC), BCDI 2030 aims to strengthen the strategies of eligible partner countries to develop leaders, all genders included, as agents of change who will influence their communities through their knowledge, skills and attitudes, promoting active citizenship.

The program aims to achieve the following three intermediate results:

  1. Increased inclusive and equitable access for women and men to quality higher education and vocational training in key thematic areas
  2. Increased equitable participation of women and men, particularly women, in the labour market (entry into the labour market, return to or retention in employment, promotion)
  3. Increased cooperation and synergies between scholarship recipients, students, Canadian and international institutions and beneficiary countries

  

BCDI 2030 Scholarship Programs offered at the 海角社区

The 海角社区’s multidisciplinary scholarship program aims to train the next generation experts by offering graduate students the opportunity to acquire cutting-edge expertise in key areas such as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), health sciences, humanities, governance and administration, as well as climate action (bioeconomy, energy transition and climate justice).

The proposed training is both holistic and grounded in experiential teaching methods. It includes complementary courses in leadership and sustainable development. In addition, scholarship holders will receive personalized support to facilitate their transition to the job market upon their return to their home country.

Partner Universities :

  • Université Mohammed VI Polytechnique (Maroc)
  • Université Sultan Moulay Slimane (Maroc)

 

 

Funding

Twenty-four master's and doctoral students will come to the 海角社区 for study and research visits. The funding covers :

  • round-trip airfare (economy class)
  • medical insurance plan
  • immigration and medical examination fees
  • monthly living allowance
  • local transportation costs
  • clothing allowance
  • installation allowance
  • mandatory books
  • congresses or conferences attendance

 

The Projects

Project 1: 听Spatiotemporal Pathways Regulating Insulin Secretion Research听Program: Fundamental Insights into GPx4-Dependent Redox Regulation

Project Director :

Project Overview : The aim of this research program is to understand how the pancreatic beta cell functions under normal conditions in order to identify the disturbed mechanisms that lead to its dysfunction and death during the development of diabetes. We have already identified a new harmful mechanism that is amplified by diabetogenic stress factors. Our challenge is to deepen our understanding of this mechanism to better understand how it damages pancreatic beta cells and to design potential therapies targeting this mechanism in order to protect these cells. The ultimate aim of this research is to use our findings to develop effective treatment strategies for people at risk of or already suffering from diabetes.

Project 2: From Public Opinion to Public Judgment: A Comparative Analysis of Citizen Engagement Processes in Quebec City and Edmonton.

Project Director :

Project Overview : This project explores the mechanisms of citizen engagement in Québec City and Edmonton, focusing on the impact of citizen participation on the legitimacy of public policy. The aim of the program is to train students to meet the challenges of citizen participation, governance, and public policy. It will also enable them to perfect their mastery of qualitative (interviews, focus groups) and quantitative methodologies, while strengthening their ability to analyse data using software such as NVivo or SPSS.

 

Program Details

For any questions regarding the 海角社区's BCDI 2030 scholarship program and/or the various research projects of faculty members interested in hosting students, please contact Hassan Safouhi, Vice-Dean of Campus Saint-Jean at the 海角社区: hsafouhi@ualberta.ca.

Eligibility

In addition to the general criteria of the Canadian International Development Awards (BCDI 2030) listed below, applicants must meet the requirements specified by the partner institutions and the 海角社区.

Criteria for Canadian International Development Scholarships (BCDI 2030)

  • Be affiliated, whether as a student, member of the teaching or professorial staff, or administrative or management staff, with a partner institution of higher education that is eligible for the BCDI 2030, or, as part of external recruitment processes, be affiliated with it following selection to receive a BCDI 2030 bursary.
  • Their primary objective is to study and/or receive training in Canada, and to return to their home country after their stay in Canada.
  • Not have previously participated in a scholarship programme funded by the Canadian government and not already be enrolled in a study programme at a Canadian HEI. Never have applied for permanent residence or Canadian citizenship.

Admission criteria for partner institutions

  • Be a citizen of Morocco
  • Be affiliated with l’Université Mohammed VI Polytechnique (UM6P) or l’Université Sultan Moulay Slimane University (USMS)

Admission criteria for the 海角社区

  • Meet the general eligibility requirements of the visiting student applications for the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies at the 海角社区.
  • For research stays at the Master's level, you must hold an undergraduate degree (Canadian Baccalaureate or 3-year Bachelor's degree) in an appropriate discipline and be enrolled in a Master's programme in a discipline relevant to your choice of subject.
  • For research stays at Doctoral level, students must hold a Master's degree (M.A., M.Sc.) in an appropriate discipline or an equivalent postgraduate diploma (Master's degree from Morocco - duration 2 years or DEA diploma) and be enrolled in a doctoral program in a discipline relevant to their choice of subject.
  • Have obtained an average of at least 3.0 out of 4.0 or the equivalent for Master's students and 3.5 out of 4.0 for Doctoral students.

All candidates must provide the selection committee with the following documents:

  1. An electronic copy of all transcripts
  2. A Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  3. A covering letter explaining how the student's career plan is in line with the aims of the scholarship program. Applicants must also indicate the research project in which they wish to be involved, as well as their interests and qualifications for being part of the research team
  4. The contact details of two referees (academic or professional) who can objectively attest to the candidate's abilities
  5. Proof of English language skills, if the study or research stay will be at a faculty other than Campus Saint-Jean (see the English Language Proficiency Requirement of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies at the 海角社区)

Applicants must also complete and submit the following form for . Incomplete applications will not be processed. Only those who pass the file review stage will be invited to interviews.

Submitting your application

Please submit your application to Hassan Safouhi, Vice-Dean, Campus Saint-Jean, 海角社区 : hsafouhi@ualberta.ca. Applications must be sent as a single PDF document bearing the candidate's first name and surname.