Study in Canada

"Canada has one of the most beautiful places on earth and has the most friendly immigration system for international students."

Canada is a top international education destination for its world-class universities and colleges, post-study work and migration options on offer. The state controls the education sector, thus ensuring that the standard of the educational institutions is top notch.

Education in Canada is built on the British model. And this means – high quality of teaching, close interaction between teachers and students, special attention to research work. At the same time, studying in Canada costs on average cheaper than in the UK or the US.

Canada is one of the leaders in engineering, humanities, natural sciences and high technology courses. Development of public and international relations, culture, art and education are high priorities of the country. That’s why it’s such a popular study abroad destination for international students.

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Why Study in Canada?

World Recognition

A number of Canadian universities regularly appear in prominent world ranking systems. Qualification from Canadian universities is highly recognised and valued internationally.

Welcoming Environment

The United Nations has been consistently ranking Canada as one of the most livable countries.

A Safe Place To Study

Canada is one of the safest countries in the world. It is a peaceful, politically stable and a safe country.

A High Tech Country

Canada has a highly globalised economy and is, in fact, one of the world’s top ten trading nations. Usually, educational institutions are located on large campus territories, all of them have the modern high-tech equipment, comfortable student hostels, sports halls, small class sizes and highly qualified teachers which make studying in Canada really interesting, high-quality and effective.

Affordable tuition fee and living costs

Canadian institutions typically charge comparatively affordable fees. The cost of studying in Canada is 35 – 40% cheaper than in Europe and almost 2 times cheaper than in the UK! The cost of living is 20-25% lower than in the neighbouring US.

Work during Study

International students are allowed to work 20 hours a week, both on and off campus, when the semester is on, and full-time during vacations. If you’re married, your spouse will be allowed to work full time while you study.

You’ll be able to gain practical work experience through internships.

Great Employment Opportunity

According to statistics, over 90% of graduates of Canadian universities and colleges end up being employed in their field of study within six months of graduating.

Graduates from a Canadian university or an institution have the opportunity to work in Canada for up to two years post completion of the study.

When post-graduation work permit is over, the student can apply for permanent residency under various categories, for instance, Canadian experience class, provincial nominee, etc.

High Research Value

More than 200,000 international students and researchers choose to study in Canada each year.

High living standards

Canada is constantly held in the top three countries with the highest standard of living.

Practical approach

An important advantage, and perhaps the main achievement of Canadian education is its orientation to practice. A lot of programs and courses provide paid internships during the study period.

The main thing here is not money but the fact that the student is gaining practical experience (necessary both for the student and for the resume) and the fact that many employers hire students for permanent positions after the internships.

Canada is multicultural and a bilingual country

People from diverse parts of the world have settled in Canada, which reflects the multicultural campus culture.

French is used on a par with English. And students can learn one of these languages at the same time.

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Canada's Education System

The education system in Canada is divided into:

*Certificate level, generally for a year

*Diploma level, for one or two years

*Advanced Diploma, generally two or three-year programs

*Bachelor degrees, awarded after four years of full-time study

*Post-graduate Diplomas/Certificates, for oneGraduateyears of study

*Master’s degrees, available after a bachelor degree to excel in a certain subject, for one to two years

*Doctorate or PhD, generally four to seven years

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Scholarships

Some Canadian institutions offer scholarships to students with exceptional academics. The amount and type of scholarship depend on the institution.

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Application Procedure

The application process to Canadian universities vary depending on the level of education and the type of institution that you desire to study. Therefore, it is essential that you find out all the details before hand.

Book a free consultation with our education experts for in-deph information and support.

Step 1 - Register with IEC and we will build your profile on the basis of your academic qualifications, work experience and interests.

Step 2 - Once assessment is initiated, we will shortlist the desired university and relevant course as per your profile and interest.

Step 3 - Complete application will be submitted to the respective university finalized by you.

Step 4 - We will assist you for visa documentation and acceptance of offer letter

Students applying for the Canada are recommended to begin the application procedure at least 8-10 months prior to the intake.

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Visa Process

In Canada, a student visa is often referred to as “Study Permit”. There are three categories where a student can File their visa application which are S.P.P., General, University.

Step 1: Visa advice

Step 2: Gather visa documents:
*Passport
*Passport-size photographs
*Unconditional letter of acceptance
*Fees receipt (recommended)
*Scholarship letter (if applicable)
*Any relevant correspondence with the institution
*Financial documents
*Academic documents
*Test scores
*Work experience certificates (if applicable)
*Medical report (if already undertaken)

Step 3: Check provincial guidelines

Step 4: Submit application through VFS Canada

Step 5: Provide additional information or documents

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Employment Prospects

You, as an international student, will be allowed to work 20 hours a week, both on and off campus, when the semester is on, and full-time during vacations.

Once you’re done with your degree, you’ll be offered a post-graduate work permit (valid for a minimum of one year to a maximum of three years). The validity of the permit will depend on the duration of your course. For example, a one-year degree leads to a one-year post-graduate work permit. The case is similar for two and three-year courses. However, if you’ve completed a four-year degree, your permit will be valid for only three years.

Once your post-graduation work permit is over, you can launch application for permanent residency under various categories, for instance, Canadian experience class, provincial nominee, etc or you can easily find job abroad in any other country.

Type of Employment

Co-programs: If your academic, professional or vocational training program includes an essential co-op or internship component, you will need to apply for a work permit.

Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP): To work in Canada after you graduate, you must apply for a work permit under the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP).

If you want to stay in Canada as a permanent resident after you graduate, there are a number of programs available, each with its own requirements.

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Cost of Studying and Living in Canada

Tuition fees in Canada are lower than in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States.

Tuition Fees:
*On an average C$12,000 to C$40,000 per year depending on a program
*Institution admission fees of C$100
*Application Fees of C$250 (optional)
*Compulsory fees for student service C$500-1000
*Visa Fees – C$150 +C$85 for Biometric
*Living cost in form of GIC – 10,000 CAD
*It may cost a student about USD600 a month to rent a room off campus, and about USD2000 a month for an apartment.

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