Quebec Mobility Bursary

• Internships/Co-op placements
• Research projects
• Field Work/Data collection abroad
• Independent Research project
• Independent Study abroad
• Concordia Student Exchange program*
• Concordia Short-Term Programs Abroad*

Program exceptions & restrictions

Concordia Student Exchange Program (CSEP), Field school and Summer short-term program applicants do not need to submit a bursary application as it is part of your on-line application and you will automatically be considered for the Quebec Mobility Bursary.

Participants in international conferences are not eligible.

Applicants cannot undertake a research project in a country where they hold citizenship (unless they are a permanent resident or citizen of Canada) 

Below are the general eligibility requirements for the Quebec Mobility Bursary. However, each student's file will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Please consult Concordia International if you have questions regarding your eligibility.

All credits earned while receiving the bursary must be applicable to your Concordia degree and cannot exceed program requirements. External transfer credits will not be counted.

Duration of Program

• The bursary is awarded for a minimum of 1 month and a maximum of 8 months (2 sessions).

Host Institution & Destination

• Applicants for internships and visiting international fee-paying programs, must have a host institution (for example a research center, university etc.). 
•  Applicants cannot undertake a research project at an institution where they have previously completed a degree. 
• Applicants cannot undertake a research project in a country where they hold citizenship (unless they are a permanent resident or citizen of Canada). 
• Applicants must meet travel requirements for their intended destination, including visa and/or immigration requirements and associated documentation.

Bursary value depends on duration, the scope and type of project and the availability of funding. The amounts indicated in the table below serve as a reference. Please be advised that funds are limited and Concordia International reserves the right to apply other restrictions if the number of applicants exceeds the availability of funds. Important to note that the bursary is awarded for a minimum of 1 month. 

Applications are accepted from September to August 31 on a rolling basis subject to the availability of funding. We advise students to apply 6 - 8 weeks before their planned start date. You must apply before you travel.  

It is important to note that successful applicants will receive their award up to 4 weeks after returning a Confirmation of Arrival Form to Concordia International.

Faculty/Department/Coop

A confirmation letter from your Faculty/Department/Co-Op indicating the following:

• The name of the institution you have permission to attend.
• The semester(s) you have permission to attend this institution.
• Start and end dates of your project/semester/placement.
• The course(s) you plan to take abroad or the course(s) you will be enrolled at Concordia while abroad.  
• The number of credits that will be transferred to your Concordia degree.
• How this project fulfills any of your Concordia degree program requirements.
• Confirmation of your full-time enrolment during your stay abroad.

Host Institution

    A copy of your acceptance letter from your host institution including:

• Start and end dates of your stay
• Purpose of your stay
• Name and contact of your supervisor
• If you are receiving any remuneration

Budget

Download our budget template to include with your application. 

    Your budget must indicate costs for:

• Transportation
• Accommodations
• Any host institution fees 
• Other relevant expenses 
• You must also list any other funding/remuneration you are receiving from other sources.

We encourage you to consult our webpage on financial planning for international experiences.

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Copy of your Transcript

• A copy of your most recent transcript.

Banking Information

• Bank deposit form or void cheque from a Canadian bank. The account must be in your name.

Copy of Passport

• A copy of your valid passport information page.

Description of your research project (if applicable)

• Using simplified language understandable to a layperson, provide a general, one page description of your proposed research project.
• How will your research contribute to your Concordia degree requirement. 

Curriculum Vitae 

• An up-to-date CV  (maximum 2 pages)

Confirmation of Arrival Form (COA)

• Successful applicants must return their Confirmation of Arrival (COA) form within two weeks of arrival to host institution in order to receive the funds. Concordia International will not accept your COA after the end date of your project.
• Bursary will be paid out up to 4 weeks after COA is returned.
• COA form