BIDS Digitalization Program - The Netherlands
Summary
The 2025 NSCC Bridging Inclusion, Digitalization and Sustainability (BIDS) - Digitalization project will provide an opportunity for students to travel to Aventus College in Apeldoorn, The Netherlands to participate in a 11 days workshop. The workshop aims to not only equip participants with technical skills but also foster a global perspective and collaborative mindset, preparing them for the dynamic and interconnected world of digital technology.
In addition, this program will also include several site visits to local attractions.
Learning Outcomes
- Apply knowledge, skills and attitudes from tasks and projects in an international setting;
- Outline the benefits of cross-cultural collaboration for work-related projects and tasks;
- Build evidence of experiences and new learning (both personal and industry related) for portfolio development and the education of others;
- Assess safety and risk pertaining to international travel to make informed decisions about traveling abroad;
- To identify and reflect on the differences and similarities between Canada and The Netherlands.
- Develop an international outlook by engaging with digital projects from other countries.
Timeline
Subject to change
November 18, 2024 - Applications launched
January 6, 2025 - Student application deadline
January 2025 - Student selection
February 2025 - Online pre-departure course begins
April 2025 - Pre-departure conference
May 7- 17, 2025 - BIDS Digitalization project in The Netherlands
August 2025 - Evaluation and debrief
Fall 2025 - Celebration of learning
Student Eligibility
This program is open to full-time NSCC students from all programs who have an interest in digital technology and innovation.
Students must be in good academic standing. Some international learning programs can fall under the Prior Learning and Assessment (PLAR) Procedures | NSCC. Students interested in this process 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.
This module is open to two students only, those not selected will have the opportunity to apply for another program.
Travel advice and advisories
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Cost Breakdown
| Item | Cost (estimated) |
|---|---|
| Program fee (includes airfare, accommodations, program tuition, in-country ground transportation, program activities and some meals)- Students pay NSCC through payment plans, NSCC then pays partner | $3000 |
| Passport and any associated travel documents & fees (if having to apply for one) - Student responsibility | $200 |
| Guard.me travel insurance (mandatory purchased through guard.me) - Student pays NSCC through a payment plan, NSCC will then pay Guard.me | $100 |
| Immunizations & prescriptions (cost will vary depending on individual) - Student responsibility | $200 - $500 |
| Transportation to and from Halifax airport (cost will vary depending on distance to the airport) - Student responsibility | $200 |
| Other meals and incidentals (will vary depending on individual) - Student responsibility | $200 |
| Items of personal nature, tourism activities and excursions outside of the program and souvenirs (varies depending on individual) - Student responsibility | $200 |