Study in Canada
Why Canada for Education?
Canada is a top destination for students seeking high-quality education and a welcoming multicultural society. Known for its inclusive and diverse communities, studying in Canada offers a rich cultural experience that fosters global understanding. Canadian universities are renowned for their research-intensive programs and commitment to innovation. From Bachelor’s to Master’s degrees, students benefit from a supportive learning environment, access to cutting-edge facilities, and opportunities for internships and co-op programs that enhance practical skills and future employability. After graduation, students can apply for a full-time work permit, allowing them to gain valuable work experience, eventually leading to them getting PR.
Undergraduate Programs
Canadian institutes have an array of Undergraduate Programs to choose from; whether it’s the common Computers, Engineering, Business or Medical programs or something different like Global Political Economy, Sculpture, Recreation Management, Women’s studies etc. Admission applications are accepted year long in.
If you decide not to go directly into the Bachelors program you do have other options as well like UG certifications.
Postgraduate Programs
Whether you want to eventually go into research or get a high paying job or even start your own business Canadian post graduate degrees are the way to go. One of the lowest tuition fees will get you access to renowned academia, world class research labs and facilities, high ratio of international students and highly ranked QS and Times universities. The best part of studying in Canada for international students is that they can apply both for Diploma courses as well as Masters.
Diploma Courses
Apart from the traditional Bachelor’s and Master’s programs, institutes across the world, including that in Canada, offer 1 year or 2 years Undergraduate and Postgraduate diploma courses for students belonging to different streams. These short courses in Canada allow students to gain industry experience while they study. Here are some of the most compelling reasons to pursue a PG Diploma program in Canada:
- Diplomas are more career-oriented programs that focus on assisting students in gaining the skills needed in industry and enterprises.
- In Canada, Diploma courses allow you to intern while you study.
- Canadian Diploma institutions are substantially less expensive than universities.
- The programs have a greater emphasis on career-oriented education rather than research-based education.
SDS Stream
The Student Direct Stream (SDS) is a program that accelerates the processing of study permit applications for those intending to pursue their education in Canada. Typically, SDS applications processing time is much quicker which may take up to 20 days. Requirements:
- DLI Registered Institute
- English Language Proficiency Requirement – IELTS minimum 6 in all bands till September 2023
- Tuition Fee for 1 year
- Living expenses GIC account CAD 10,000.
Non-SDS Stream
The Non-SDS is a general processing program that supports international students willing to study in Canada by applying for a study permit. Non-SDS applications may take longer processing time. Requirements:
- Need to pass the Educational Institution’s English Language Proficiency Requirement
- The payment for one semester’s tuition fee is required in advance
- Bank Statement summary revealing the tuition fee and the living expenses of the past few months
Work Opportunites
With the students able to have flexible class schedules, they easily have time to work while studying. International students in Canada who hold off-campus work authorization on their study permit are authorized to work off-campus for 20 hours per week. Eligibility criteria:
- Holding a valid study permit
- Studying full-time
- Maintaining satisfactory academic standing determined by the institution
- Enrolling in an academic, vocational, or professional training program that lasts at least six months and culminates in a degree, diploma, or certificate, and
- Obtain a Social Insurance Number (SIN)
Co-op Programs
Co-op programs are a popular academic pathway for international students opting to study in Canada. These are study programs that include work periods in companies in the field, where they perform career-related functions. Co-op employers pay students for the hours they put in which is enough to cover their day to day expenses as an international student. While the eligibility criteria may vary for each organization, there are some standard requirements which are as follows:
- The student must be enrolled as a full-time scholar
- The student must be registered for a co-op course
- The co-op course must be a validated one registered with the Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada (CEWIL Canada)
- Student should be above the minimum age requirement as per the rules of the province of the educational institute
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