Global Affairs Canada has launched a call for students from member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) wishing to study or conduct research in Canada. The Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) provides scholarships in 2024-25 for study or research in fields aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Full application details are available here: https://www.educanada.ca/scholarships-bourses/can/institutions/asean-anase.aspx?lang=eng

General Requirements:

Proof of citizenship
A copy of the candidate's passport or national identity card with a photo and valid dates
Documents not accepted as proof of citizenship are: driver’s license, permanent residence card, work permit, student card, health card, birth certificate or baptismal certificate
Proof of citizenship selected must be from the same country/territory as the citizenship selected in the online application form
Signed Privacy Notice Statement A copy of the Privacy Notice Statement for non-Canadian participants signed by the candidate and dated within the last six months
Letter of intent from the candidate (maximum one page)
Explains the nature of studies or research to be undertaken
Provides rationale for study in Canada and for the choice of institution, program and supervisor and how the proposed program of study or research will relate to their future career
Explains how undertaking study or research in Canada will empower the student to apply their learning to address the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
Explains how they intend to use their learning to help combat poverty and narrow the development gap in the ASEAN region in their future career
Identifies the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) their proposed study or research in Canada is aligned with and will contribute to
Candidates from Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand or Vietnam must provide an explanation of how their learning in Canada will help to combat poverty in their home country
Candidates from Brunei or Singapore must provide an explanation of how their learning in Canada will help combat poverty in one of the other eight ASEAN countries
Letter of proof of full-time enrolment from the home institution
On official letterhead
Dated within the last six months
Confirms that the candidate is currently enrolled in a full-time program
Copies of transcripts, a student card or a letter of admission are not acceptable
Letter of support from the home institution (maximum one page)
On official letterhead
Dated within the last six months
From the candidate's instructor, professor or international director
Explains the nature of study or research to be undertaken in Canada and how the candidate and the home institution will benefit from this scholarship program
Assesses the candidate’s commitment and capacity to use the program of study or research in Canada to help combat poverty and narrow the development gap in the ASEAN region
Letter of invitation from the Canadian supervisor (graduate students only, maximum one page)
On official letterhead
Dated within the last six months
Signed by the Canadian supervisor
Describes the nature and scope of the research collaboration with the student’s home institution
Confirms their willingness to support and mentor the candidate during the exchange period
Explains how the Canadian institution, supervisor and peers will benefit from the exchange
Signed copy of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or Agreement with the partner institution
Indicates that tuition fees will not be charged and highlights this specific clause
College and undergraduate research applications with no existing agreement can include a letter from the international office or equivalent on official letterhead that links the application to a specific international research collaboration, names the Canadian supervisor and confirms that tuition will not be charged. The letter must be dated within the last six months and be a maximum of one page
Expired agreements will not be accepted – if the agreement is in the process of renewal, institutions must include a letter to this effect
For graduate applications, an agreement is recommended but not required

Internal UPLB Deadline: 21 February 2024

General Eligibility Criteria:
These awards are available to international students to undertake research or study at period of 4 to 8 months.
The candidate’s studies or research may commence as early as August 1, 2024 and no later than February 1, 2025.
Students must be citizens of an ASEAN member state: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos (Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR)), Malaysia, Myanmar, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, or Vietnam.
Awards are available to graduate and undergraduate students for study or research activity.

Scholarship Value and Duration:
The scholarship amount varies depending on the duration and level of study. The scholarship value for students is:
CAD 10,200 for undergraduate or graduate students (Master's and PhD) for a minimum of four months or one academic term of study or research;
CAD 12,700 for graduate students (Master's and PhD) for a period of five to six months of study or research; or
CAD 15,900 for undergraduate and college students for a period of eight months or two academic terms of study or research.
Scholarship Application Process for Exchange Students:
The Government of Canada requires all nominations be made by UBC, Dalhousie University, and KPU on behalf of the student and cannot accept applications submitted directly by a student or their home university.
University of British Columbia
Planning & Eligibility:
https://global.ubc.ca/go-global/coming-ubc/coming-ubc-exchange/step-1-planning-eligibility
Application Process:
https://global.ubc.ca/go-global/coming-ubc/coming-ubc-exchange/step-2-application-process
Please refer to the below link for eligibility and application details.
https://global.ubc.ca/go-global/coming-ubc-study-abroad/visiting-international-research-students-virs

UBC is a UP System partner, and individuals interested in applying should promptly inform UPLB OIL. This will enable us to support your application and endorse it to the UP System OIL. The deadline for UBC applications is March 5, 2024.
Please note that there is no cap for students wishing to apply through the Visiting International Research Student Pathway.
Scholarship Application Process for Visiting International Research Students (VIRS):
For graduate or undergraduate research students wishing to apply to the Visiting International Research Student (VIRS) program, the student will need to identify, contact and secure a faculty member from UBC who will be willing to act as their research supervisor and submit their completed application via email to [email protected] by Thursday, March 7, 2024. Please refer to the below link for eligibility and application details.
https://global.ubc.ca/go-global/coming-ubc-study-abroad/visiting-international-research-students-virs
Please note that there is no cap for students wishing to apply through the Visiting International Research Student Pathway.
This is a competitive scholarship, and we expect to receive the results in late June.
We look forward to receiving Canada ASEAN-SEED applications from you through our OneDrive platform and your nominations for exchange at UBC through the Salesforce partner nomination portal.

Dalhousie University
Please note that foreign students and faculty cannot apply directly for these awards. As in previous years, Dalhousie applications to SEP will be facilitated by the Office of Research Services.
Any faculty member interested in applying is asked to contact [email protected] in advance of the internal deadline, for more information and support in preparing an application via Dalhousie’s institutional account on the online application portal.
For more information, visit:
https://www.dal.ca/dept/research-services/opportunities/opportunities-announcements-news/news/2024/01/22/canada_asean_scholarships_and_educational_exchanges_for_development__seed___2024_25.htm Kwantlen Polytechnic University

We are happy to let you know that our Fall 2024 Student Exchange Program is NOW OPEN and we are ready to accept your student nominations.
Please find all the relevant documents below in the attachment: 2024-2025 KPU Fact Sheet 2024-2025 Nomination & Application Details 2024-2025 KPU Exchange Nomination Form Fall 2024 Nomination Please fill out the attached KPU Exchange Nomination Form and return it to “[email protected]”. For more information, please refer to “2024-2025 Nomination & Application Details” (attached). Please note that the nomination deadline for Fall 2024 semester is April 1, 2024. ELAP and SEED Program For partners whose students are eligible for the Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program (ELAP) program or the Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) program, we are happy to inform you that the application is now open as well. Please note that the nomination deadline to KPU is March 1, 2024. Please find the following documents for more details on the application: 2024-2025 ELAP & SEED Nomination & Application Details ELAP/ SEED Applicant Information and Checklist L 🌍 **Exciting Opportunities for Students in ASEAN Countries!** 🇨🇦✨

Global Affairs Canada has unveiled the Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) program for the 2024-25 academic year. This initiative aims to support students from ASEAN member states interested in studying or conducting research in Canada, aligning with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

🔍 **Application Details:** For comprehensive application details and eligibility criteria, visit [here](https://www.educanada.ca/scholarships-bourses/can/institutions/asean-anase.aspx?lang=eng).

Here is the Google Drive Folder containing the additional forms per university: https://bit.ly/48hyPXK

⏰ **Internal UPLB Deadline:** Mark your calendars for February 21, 2024.

🎓 **General Eligibility Criteria:**
- Open to international students for research or study lasting 4 to 8 months.
- Studies or research can commence between August 1, 2024, and no later than February 1, 2025.
- Applicants must be citizens of ASEAN member states.
- Both graduate and undergraduate students are eligible.

💰 **Scholarship Value and Duration:**
- Varies based on the study's duration and level.
- Ranges from CAD 10,200 for a minimum of four months to CAD 15,900 for eight months.


📚 **Application Process for Exchange Students (UBC):**
- Nominations must be made by UBC and Dalhousie University.
- For UBC application details, visit [here](https://global.ubc.ca/go-global/coming-ubc-study-abroad/visiting-international-research-students-virs).

🌐 **Application Process for Visiting International Research Students (VIRS) - UBC:**
- Identify a UBC faculty member and secure their support.

🌟 **Important Note:** This is a competitive scholarship, and results are expected in late June.

🌐 **Dalhousie University Application:** Foreign students and faculty cannot apply directly. Applications will be facilitated by the Office of Research Services. Faculty members should contact [email protected] for support.

🎓 **Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU):** - Fall 2024 Student Exchange Program is now open. - Nomination deadline: April 1, 2024. - For details, refer to the attached documents or contact [email protected].

🌐 **ELAP and SEED Program Nominations to KPU:**
- Nomination deadline: March 1, 2024.
- Refer to attached documents for ELAP & SEED Nomination & Application Details.
📩 **Act Now:** Seize these incredible opportunities, and let's make 2024-25 a year of international academic exploration! For questions or assistance, reach out to UPLB OIL.

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