Study in Canada
- Scholastic excellence
- Affordable fees
- Focussed approach on skill development
- 6th Safest country to live in according to Global Peace Index 2022
- Diversified culture
- Post-study career opportunities
Why Canada?
Canada has the finest quality of education and the universities are all equipped with cutting-edge technologies, to ensure that the students are up to date with the latest technology. Canadian Education system is currently leading in the fields of Information Technology, Renewable Energy, Engineering and Finance, which is of no surprise to many because the Canadian Government believes in the ability of education to change the country, and therefore spends more per capita on its education system than any other country. Their Universities and colleges are world-renowned for their excellence, diverse culture, sophisticated labs and classrooms, and are more affordable compared to their peer universities in other countries, which is quite the addition to an already lhuge list of reasons why students prefer Canada as their study abroad destination.
With a degree that is globally recognized along with being a world leader in information technology, telecommunications, biotechnology and environment industries, Canada brings ample career opportunities to its students and their universities do not just provide students with quality education, but also, encourage them to take part in international exchanges, co-operative work experience programs, extra-curricular activities and athletics, which help them grow as an individual. Besides, their government offers great support to students who continue to research. For those who want to work there, Canada allows students to stay and work for up to 3 years even after graduation.
The World Happiness Report states Canada as the 9th happiest place in the world to live, which can majorly be attributed to their world renowned politeness. A wonderful country with diverse cultures and scenic nature, Canada has proven time and again why it’s one of the best countries to study in.
Canada’s Environment
Canada is considered to be one of the safest countries in the world. Latest ranking of safest countries in the world by Global Peace Index, places Canada at 6th in the world. Their government is of a democratic nature and protects the fundamental rights and freedom of every individual who stays in the country, under the ‘Canadian charter of rights and freedom’ law.
Canadians are very friendly and welcoming, which makes one feel at home. Canada has a diverse culture, as they have immigrants from across the world living in the country, constituting one-fifth of its population. As there are people from around the globe, one may find many languages spoken there, making one not feel isolated.
Popular Cities among Indian Students include,
- Toronto
- Vancouver
- Calgary
- Ottawa
- Montreal
- Edmonton
Cost of Living
Canadian expenses are cost-effective when compared to many other countries, as most of the universities there are government funded. The cost of living might slightly vary from town to town, and the average living expenses are approximately CAD$10,000/year. Cost of Living varies per location and typically its CAD$ 600 in most of Canadian cities expect urban locations like Toronto and Vancouver where its around CAD$1000 per month.
On top of the affordable cost of living, Canadian Government allows University students to work even while pursuing their education. According to the Canadian Bureau for International Education’s (CBIE) 2018 International Student Survey, 93% of students say that they are happy with their educational experience in Canada. The universities help students financially by allowing them to work at the campus for 20hour/week. Students who are pursuing any full-time program are eligible to work 20hours/week off-campus during the semester and can work for full time during their breaks. The income earned through part-time jobs can be helpful in paying off all your living expenses, thus lessening the financial burden on your education.
Tuition Cost:
Your tuition fee is calculated based on your residency status, calendar year of study, and the course you are enrolled in. The average tuition fee for an undergraduate program is approximately CAD $ 30,000/year. The tuition fee for graduate programs ranges from CAD $26,000 to CAD $40,000 and some of the top Universities’ tuition fees go up to CAD $ 50000. Tuition fees vary depending on Individual Universities, and the duration of the course. Some of the top universities have a very high tuition fee structure when compared to other universities.
Tuition at Colleges for Diploma and Postgraduate Diplomas range CAD $ 15,000-17,000 per year.
5 Steps to Canada Admission (SDS – Student Direct Stream)
- Apply Online for Admission
- Get Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
- Pay Tuition Fee for 1 year & GIC – Guaranteed Investment Certificate CAD $ 10,000
- Get Medical
- Apply for Student VISA
Admission Intake
- January
- May – PGD/Colleges Only
- September
Application Checklist
- Complete application form & Application fee (Typically CAD $100)
- All Academic Documents (Bachelors, 12th and 10th Mark Memos)
- IELTS Score Card – 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 for SDS Entry
- Resume & Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Passport Photocopy
- Work Experience certificate or Course Certificate ( if applicable)
- 3 letter of recommendations (LOR)
Visa Checklist
- Passport Original
- Visa Application Forms
- LOA (Letter of Acceptance) from DLI (Designated Learning Institute)
- Academic Transcripts ( Batchelor’s, Class 10th & 12th)
- IELTS Score Card
- Statement of Purpose
- College Tuition Fee Paid Receipt- 1 Year Tuition Fee
- GIC- Guaranteed Investment Certificate – CAD 10,000
- Medicals (Approx. Rs 5,000)
- NON-SDS: for Universities & General Categories: Loan Letter, Savings, Income Source
Popular Courses
- Computer Science
- Global Business Management
- Mobile Application Development
- MBA- Business
- Engineering Programs
- Project Management
- Game Development & Animation Related Course Work
- Earth sciences and Renewable Energy
- Biosciences, Medicine and Healthcare
- Media and Journalism
- Psychology & Human Resources
- Film Making
Top Universities in Canada
- University of Toronto
- University of British Columbia
- McGill University
- McMaster University
- University of Montreal
- University of Alberta
- University of Ottawa
- University of Calgary
- University of Waterloo
- Western University
Popular Colleges
- Algonquin College
- Cambrian College
- CEGEP College
- Conestoga College
- Durham College
- Fanshawe College
- Georgian College
- Humber College
- Loyalist College
- Mohawk College
- Niagara College
- Sault College
- Sheridan College
- St. Clair College
- St. Lawrence College
- Vancouver Film School
Information Technology related courses are Quite Popular in Canada: An article published by Global News in 2017 stated that information security analysts and software developers will be among the highest paying jobs in Canada
Career Prospects and Post-Study Work Experience
Unlike many other countries, Canada allows you to stay and work for up to 3 years after completing your education for 2 or more years. The government doesn’t place any restrictions on the nature of work to ensure that the student makes the decision based on their skill set and academic interests.
As Canadian degree is accepted globally, you are eligible to go and work at any place, of your choice, provided you have necessary degrees and skills. If you wish to return to your home country, then the Canadian degree adds value to your resume and increases your chances of getting a job.
Canada is known for its high standards in engineering, energy, mobile applications, gaming and project management courses. As Canada is leading in Information Technology and home to many top companies, it could provide one with ample career opportunities and increase their chances of success.
If one wishes to settle down in Canada, they can apply for a permanent residency by meeting an immigration expert and determine if they have desirable skills and enough work experience to be granted residency.