Study in Canada
Study in Canada
Overview
Canada is consistently ranked as one of the best countries in the world. Study in Canada will provide you with a globally recognised education from some of the world’s best educators and academics. The international student population in Canada has tripled over the last 10 years. There were 570,000 international students in Canada in 2018. Here are some of the major highlights of studying in Canada.
Affordable Tuition Fees
Tuition fees in Canada is lower than the other popular countries like the UK, the USA or Australia.
Quality Institutions
Seven Canadian universities rank among the top 200 institutions of the world as per Times Higher Education 2020.
Cultural Diversity
Canada has extremely warm and welcoming people from different cultures and lifestyle.
Safe place to be
Canada has been consistently ranked as one of the safest nations in the world.
Flexibility to work during study
Opportunity to work for up to 20 hours every week while studying and full-time during the summer and winter breaks.
Post-study work and immigration options
PSWP for up to 3 years and many immigration programs to apply for permanent residency.
Location & Geography
Occupying the northern half of the North American continent, Canada’s land mass is 9,093,507 square kilometres, making it the second largest country in the world after Russia. Canada has a third seacoast on the Arctic Ocean, giving it the longest coastline of any country.
Among Canada’s most distinctive features are the vast mountain ranges. There are more than two million lakes in Canada covering about 7.6 percent of the country. There are ten provinces and three territories in Canada spanning a few geographic regions.
Atlantic Canada: This region includes the provinces of Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Nova Scotia.
Central Canada: Quebec and Ontario are the provinces of Central Canada, and the large cities of Toronto, Ottawa (Canada’s capital city), Montreal, and Quebec City are found in this region.
The Prairies: In the prairie provinces of Saskatchewan and Manitoba one can find some of the most extraordinary natural beauty in Canada.
The West: Like Central Canada, the western provinces of British Columbia and Alberta feature an extraordinary mix of nature and ultra-urban delights. Calgary, in Alberta, is one of the fastest-growing cities in Canada.
The North: Canada’s North—encompassing the Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut. You will find examples of pristine wilderness such as polar bears, walruses, seals, white wolves, snowy owls, and caribou.
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Education System
Canada is among the leaders in providing quality education, and Canadian degree, diploma, or certificates are recognized all over the world. Each province also offers students the ability to student in English, in French, or in both. Canada’s system of education has four general level.
Pre-Elementary
Offered to young children (4-5 years of age)
Elementary
Offered to Grade 1 – 6 (6-7 to 11-12 years of age)
Secondary
For Intermediate/junior high school (Grade 7 and 8) and high school (Grade 9 – 12)
Post Secondary
College and University
Types of Higher Education Institutes in Canada
Know about the types of programs offered at college and university level:
| Associate Degree | Associate degree refers to an undergraduate degree awarded by a college or university which is usually two years in length. British Columbia is the only province in Canada to offer associate degrees. |
| Certificate Programs | A certificate program generally requires one year of full-time study at a college or vocational institute. They enable students to learn technical skills and acquire knowledge for entry-level jobs. |
| Diploma Programs | Diploma generally requires two years of full-time study. Some schools also offer advanced diplomas, which require the completion of at least three years of full-time study. Credits of a diploma program can be extended to a bachelor’s study abroad program. |
| Applied Degree | At UG level applied degree is focused on a certain field but not necessarily specializing in a certain topic and the duration of study is typically 3 years. At a graduate level (Master’s or PhD) program is considered highly specialized programs which emphasize research. |
Tuition Fees And Living Expense
Tuition fees in Canada vary by institution and province, but the cost is generally more affordable when compared to other popular countries around the world.Also, the cost of living in Canada ranges from CAD 1250 to CAD 2500 making it the popular choice among international students.
| Study Program | Average Tuition Fees Per Year |
| UG Program | $7,000-$15,000 |
| PG/Master’s Degree | $7,000-$25,000 |
| Doctoral degree | $7,000-$25,000 |
| MBA | $30,000-$40,000 |
Living cost Living expenses costs are generally higher in bigger cities, and also depend on a student’s lifestyle, choice of housing, and spending habits. International students living in Australia need between $1,200 – $1,700 AUD per month.
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Popular Courses in Canada
MBA
- MBA
- Big Data or Analytics
- Banking
- Investment
- Finance
Computer Science & IT
- Database analysts
- Software engineers
- Computer System
- Web designing
- Cyber Security
Business & Finance
- Asset Management
- Broking
- Investment Management
- Banking
- Insurance
- Accounting
Engineering
- Mechanical
- Civil
- Electrical-Electronics
- Industrial & Manufacturing
- Engineering Management
Biosciences, Medicine & Healthcare
- Biotechnology
- Pharmacy
- Nursing
Media & Journalism
- Digital Media
- Advertising
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Journalism
- Interactive Media
Architecture
- Urban & Landscape Architects
Human Resource
- Hospitality
- Event Management
- Culinary Art
Admission criteria to study in Canada:
| Type of Institute | Level Of Study | Min.Requirement |
| College | Certificate or Diploma | IELTS:6 Overall
TOEFL:80 to 84 12th with min. 55% marks |
| University or College | Bachelor’s degree | Ist class in your intermediate studies. IELTS:Overall 6.5 with no sections less than 6.0 TOEFL:88-100 |
| University or college | PG certificate or Diploma | 3 or 4 years Bachelor’s degree with min. 60 % marks. IELTS:(Overall 6.5 with no sections less than 6.0) TOEFL:88 to 93 |
| University | Master’s Degree | 4-year Bachelor’s degree with min. 60% marks. IELTS:(Overall 6.5-7.5 with no sections less than 6.0 or 6.5) TOEFL:88 to 100 (Graduate studies) |
Upcoming intakes in Canada
Canada offers 3 intakes available to the international students, we would advise you to apply well in advance at least 6 to 9 months before the academic session starts.
Intake 1
Fall Semester
Popular intake starts in the month of September
Intake 2
Winter Semester
Starts in the month of January
Intake 3
Summer Semester
Usually starts from April/May, this intake is available for limited programs and colleges.
Job Opportunity
Canada is known for its laws allowing eligible students to work in Canada while studying and after graduation, and for providing opportunities for eligible graduates to attain permanent residence. Student permits will allow up to 20 hours per week during the academic session and full, time (40 hours per week) during breaks.
Admission Process To Study in Canada
Get free counselling from Keyway Abroad
Shortlist the course and university
Prepare for entrance examslike IELTS/GRE/GMAT etc.
Apply to the university/college with Keyway Abroad
Get offer letter and pay tuition fees
Apply for GIC (Guaranteed Investment Certificate) and pay CAD 10250
Undergo Medical Examination with registered doctor/Hospital (INR 6800)
Prepare Visa filling (SDS/non-SDS) and submit Visa application to CIC through VFS (CAD $150)
Receive BIL (Biometric Invitation Letter) and submit Biometric at VFS Canada
Get student visa approval from the Canadian High Commission
Admission Process To Study in Canada
Get free counselling from Keyway Abroad
Shortlist the course and university
Prepare for entrance examslike IELTS/GRE/GMAT etc.
Apply to the university/college with Keyway Abroad
Get offer letter and pay tuition fees
Apply for GIC (Guaranteed Investment Certificate) and pay CAD 10250
Undergo Medical Examination with registered doctor/Hospital (INR 6800)
Prepare Visa filling (SDS/non-SDS) and submit Visa application to CIC through VFS (CAD $150)
Receive BIL (Biometric Invitation Letter) and submit Biometric at VFS Canada
Get student visa approval from the Canadian High Commission
After You Graduate
Canada has provided ways to encourage international students and graduates to stay, gain work experience, or otherwise contribute to Canada’s economy and culture. One of them is Post-Graduate Work Permit Program. Under this program, international graduates may obtain an open work permit for up to 3 years.There are many pathways available to international students who want to transition to Canadian permanent residence such as Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Worker Program, Provincial Nominee Programs etc.
Let us know if you need any help with your application for permanent residency.
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Frequently Asked Questions
For an undergraduate course you will require to score a minimum of 6 overall bands with 5.5 in each four modules of IELTS, and for Graduate Courses overall 6.5 bands with 6.0 in each module.
Average tuition fees to study in Canadian college is $15000 CAD and you will need to show CAD $10,000 (11,000 for Quebec) for living expense, on an average you will need around INR 16- 17 Lacs per annum.
The annual tuition fees for universities in Canada range from CAD 20,000 to CAD 45,000. Tuition fees for colleges in Canada start from CAD 14,000 a year.
LOA (Letter of acceptance) from the university
Valid passport
Proof that you have enough funds to finance your studies
Proof of English Proficiency Test
Academic Documents
Receipt of Payment of Tuition fee
Medical certificate
Yes, as an international student you need to have a minimum required score in any of the English proficiency tests – PTE, TOEFL, or IELTS.
Very few universities and colleges in Canada are accepting Duolingo test scores but usually for a limited time.
No. Results of any of the English proficiency tests will have to be submitted. The test can be either IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL.
A study permit for Canada costs CAD 150. Study permit is not a visa. A visitor visa or eTA for Canada will be issued along with the study permit.
Anyone applying from India can expect a processing time of around 20 calendar days. Under SDS (student direct stream) they can expect a faster processing time for their study permit for Canada.
Best time to apply for a study abroad program is from mid-October to mid-January.
DLI or Designated Learning Institutions are instituted approved by Canadian government to accept international students.
Majorly three intakes, September or fall intake, winter or Jan intake, Summer or May intake.
A maximum of 7 to 8 year’s education gap is accepted, however depends on individual college/university and course.
STEM and health related jobs are in demand in Canada.
1-year post study work permit after the completion of 1-year study in Canada and 3-years post study work permit following the completion of a course of 2 or more years in Canada.
Students can earn around $18 to $22 an hour working as a part-time or full time. Students also require to have a Tax File Number (TFN) to work in Australia.
After completing 2 years of study in Australia, students can stay back for 24 months on post study work visa, during which they can work full time and gain points for the General Skilled Migrant Policy of PR. You can also apply for an employer-sponsored visa after study if you have secured a job in Australia.