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Get information on applying to NSCC’s International Global Skills Opportunities. Please review this information carefully before applying.

Application requirements

For students

To apply for a student mobility project, you must:

  • Be enrolled in an academic program at NSCC (part time or full time) and maintain good academic standing throughout the current academic year.
  • Complete an online application. For alternative formats available, please contact
  • Upload a current resume outlining applicable skills and knowledge, work, and volunteer experience, extracurricular and education
  • Provide a reference name and contact information of a current faculty or staff member of the College

Applications will be reviewed by a committee at NSCC International, and short-listed applicants will be called for an interview. Following the interviews, students will be notified in late January if they are accepted to participate in the program.

After receiving approval, students will be given a payment schedule and must pay a $500 deposit as their first payment in February. Students will receive and sign a learning contract outlining roles and responsibilities. This will be kept on file with NSCC International.

The due date to apply is January 12, 2026.

For employees

To apply for an opportunity, College employees must:

  • Complete an online application. For alternative formats available, please contact .
  • Provide a signed letter of support from your supervisor stating they are aware you are applying for this opportunity (uploaded to the application form).

Applications will be reviewed by a committee at NSCC International, and short-listed applicants will be called for an interview. Following the interviews, employees will be notified in mid-December if they are accepted to participate in the program.

After receiving approval, employees will receive and sign a contract outlining roles and responsibilities. This will be kept on file with NSCC International.

The due date to apply is November 28, 2025.

Student bursaries

NSCC International (through externally funded projects) is able to provide bursaries to support student travel. In 2026 students will be eligible to receive bursaries between $500-$750. Students that identify as African Nova Scotian, Indigenous, Low-income or a student with a disability will be eligible for a higher amount (up to $750).

Students receiving bursaries must:

  • Complete the pre-departure online course
  • Attend the mandatory pre-departure conference and travel meetings
  • Complete post-participation feedback and evaluation

Withdrawal

Students who withdraw from this program after they have confirmed their participation will forfeit their deposit.

After the initial deposit for each Global Skills Opportunity, NSCC International begins making payments to suppliers (airlines, accommodations, and in-country destination management companies). Therefore, all students who cancel their participation after their initial deposit will be required to pay any cancellation fees that may incur.

Prior learning and assessment

Some international learning programs can fall under the Prior Learning and Assessment (PLAR). 

Students should seek advice from a faculty advisor and academic chair prior to travel to review whether the international learning program could satisfy program or course outcomes.
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