CANADIAN FRANCOPHONIE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 2023-24, Polytechnique Montreal, Québec, Canada
Deadline for applications: 1 March 2023
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
CANADIAN UNIVERSITY PRE-REQUISITES
| Master’s, DESS | |
| Degree | Minimum required average |
| Bachelor in engineering, in science or other relevant discipline | 2,75/4,0 3,0/4,3 B 70% 7/10 |
| Doctorate (PhD) | |
| Degree | Minimum required average |
| Non-thesis Master’s, researchbased Master’s or Master’s degree in engineering, in science or other relevant discipline | 3,0/4,0 3,0/4,3 B+ 75% 7,5/10 |
Important
Make sure the program that you are interested in does not have any special requirements.
Exceptionally, candidates who show exceptional potential, but whose academic record does not conform to all the admission requirements of the program of choice may, upon recommendation of the study advisor or research advisor, be admitted in preparation for graduate studies. For more information, consult article 5.4 of the General Rules for Graduate Studies (in French only).
Also, upon presentation of an excellent academic record, a candidate with an undergraduate degree or an equivalent diploma in a related field to the doctoral program of choice may be admitted upon recommendation of a future research advisor and the Coordinator of Graduate Studies. (For more information, consult article 4.1.5 of the General Rules for Graduate Studies (in French only) and fast-track programs.)
University pre-requisites and minimum averages set by country are used for reference. Candidates with foreign diplomas must meet admission criteria. Under no circumstances does satisfying minimum requirement guarantee admission to Polytechnique Montréal.
In addition to the minimum academic requirements, candidates must also have an assigned study advisor when pursuing studies at the Non-thesis Master’s level or DESS (specialized graduate diploma) or a research advisor for a Research-based Master’s degree and Doctorate.
If your country is not listed in the table, please note that generally admission to the DESS or Master’s programs is based on a engineering degree or university studies in a related scientific field completed within the last four years with a minimum cumulative average or GPA of 2.75/4. Generally, admission to the PhD program is based on a Master’s degree or related scientific field obtained within the last two years of additional university study with a minimum cumulative average or GPA of 3/4.
Exceptionally, a candidate with an excellent record in a undergraduate program or equivalent diploma in a related field in a doctoral program may be admitted to the PhD program upon recommendation of a future research advisor and the Coordinator of Graduate Studies. (For more information, consult article 4.1.5 of the General Rules for Graduate Studies (in French only) and fast-track programs.)
GRADUATE SUPERVISION
non-thesis Programs
For the non-thesis/modular Master’s, DESS, modular DESS and microprograms, you do not need to find a research supervisor before you submit your application. One will be assigned to you one you have been admitted.
Research-based Programs
For the research-based Master’s and doctorate, finding a professor that will accept to guide you in your studies and research work is highly recommended. Before starting this process, it is important though that you properly identify what your field of interest is.
You do not need to choose a research supervisor before you submit your application. However, a professor must endorse your application in order for you to be admitted. This professor will then become your research supervisor. To help you find this professor, visit the finding your research supervisor section to get access to the directory of research projects, the directory of expertise and the information sheets on professors as well as many advices to help you make a request for professor supervision.
- Have you already contacted a professor in your field of interest? Write his or her name in your application. This does not mean, however, that the professor will commit to accepting your application.
- You did not write the name of the professor in your application? Your application will then be passed around the department. A professor who is interested in your profile and your research interests may then contact you and accept your application.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Polytechnique is a francophone university of international calibre. The language of teaching is French, so a minimum knowledge of the language is required to ensure smooth integration into the academic and social milieu. It is however possible, depending on the program, to do some of your courses in one of Polytechnique’s anglophone partner universities.
Doctorate students can take the exit seminar and the thesis defence in English. This must first be discussed with the research supervisor and the arrangements must be taken within the relevant time frame.
Language requirements vary depending on the program you wish to apply for:
non-thesis Programs
Research-based Programs
French Courses
You must comply with the linguistic requirements in order for your application to be considered. However, once admitted, you may take some French courses on the campus. Polytechnique Montréal is affiliated to the Université de Montréal and is located on the same campus. If you are at beginners, intermediate or advanced level, these courses will be of great benefit to you and will help you develop your oral communication skills. Several semesters of courses are given, including spring and summer. You may start the French courses before starting your study program or during it. Night and weekend courses are also available throughout the year. A fee exemption is given to Polytechnique students who are already enrolled in a study program.
APPLICATION
The application process consists of seven steps as listed below:
- Choose your study program
- Read the eligibility conditions
- Check the application deadlines
- Fill out the application online
- Submit required documents
- Follow up on your application
- Accept your offer of admission
For more information on the application process, visit polymtl.ca/admission/en/graduate-studies.
Please note that no analysis of candidacy will be done until an application has been officially submitted.
DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS
A certified or official French or English translation is required for any documentation not written in French or English. A copy of original documents as well as their official translations must be provided. All documentation provided becomes property of Polytechnique Montréal and will not be returned to the applicant.
To consult the list of all the documents you need to submit to complete your application, please refer to the admission website.
DEADLINES
| Canadian students/permanent residents |
| Fall Semester (September-December): 1er mai (prolongation de la date : 1er juin) Winter Semester (January-April): 1er novembre Summer Semester1 (May-August): 1er février |
| International students (visa) |
| Fall Semester (September-December): March 1 Winter Semester (January-April): June 1 Summer Semester1 (May-August): November 15 |
CANADIAN FRANCOPHONIE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
OVERVIEW
The Canadian Francophonie Scholarship Program (CFSP) is a scholarship program designed to build institutional capacities by training employed nationals from developing countries of La Francophonie.
The program is entirely funded by the Government of Canada, which has entrusted the management of the program to the consortium Canadian Bureau for International Education / World University Service of Canada since January 1st, 2015.
OBJECTIVE
The long-term goal of the program is to promote the development of recipient countries by giving priority to:
- Training of trainers, particularly in the field of technical and vocational education
- Improving the skills of college and university personnel in the field of education and research
- Increasing and strengthening the skills of specialists and managers in the public and private sectors
SELECTION PROCESS
Candidates are selected by using a quota system for each recipient country. The quota approach allows recipient countries to define their own priorities for training, as well as the level of training required for the development of their institutions.
ELIGIBILITY
Institutions targeted by recipient countries conduct internal recruitment campaigns to identify qualified candidates who show the greatest aptitude for helping strengthen their institution’s capacities when they return to their country.
Candidates identified and selected may apply for university studies leading to a master’s and doctoral degree, for technical and vocational training, or for short-term internships.
Clinical training in pharmacy, medicine and dentistry is excluded.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Candidates must hold a key position so that the knowledge they acquire will benefit the capacity building of their institution.
EVALUATION OF APPLICATIONS
A local advisory committee formed by representatives of various ministries selects candidates in their country. The accredited Canadian diplomatic mission acts as observer to ensure transparency of the selection process.
The local advisory committee takes into account the candidates’ jobs in the sector or institution to be strengthened and the level of academic excellence as defined by host institutions. An equal number of applications by gender and country is required, and fluency of candidates in spoken and written French is also mandatory.
Final admission to college or university is the sole responsibility of the relevant institution, and the scholarship becomes effective only when the candidate is admitted to the educational institution.
Source / More information: Official Websites HERE, HERE and HERE.