CANADA EDUCATION

Studying in Canada has always been a larger-than-life aspiration for overseas education seekers. The performance of Canada in offering international education has always been instrumental for international students who foresee a promising career and life in Canada.

Over the years, hordes of international students have been traveling to Canada to study in sky-scraping Canadian institutions. And, each year, the number of students studying is relatively high than the previous one which proves Canada has always been one of the appropriate countries for quality education.

Why is Canada showing great importance for overseas education? – Because Canada is the most educated country in the world and the cruciality of education is properly perceived which is why the country caters to delivering globally superlative education. There are equal opportunities for both Canadian nationals and international grads offered by the country.

The exemplified education system, world-class institutions, closed classrooms, affordable tuition fees and living costs, promising career paths, professional enhancement, etc are some of the reasons why you should consider planning your abroad education in Canada.

Why Study in Canada

Studying in Canada has many proven benefits. As an international student, the advantages you get by studying in Canada are,

• Part-time work permit of up to 40 hrs per week
• Study in one of the best countries in the world
• Get conferred with a globally acknowledged degree
• Mark a higher level of English language proficiency
• Move in with spouse (dependent) under the open work permit visa
• Enjoy a never-before student lifestyle in the North
• Take part in the international workforce
• Get a post-graduate work permit of up to 3 years
• Live in a multicultural society

And the most important benefit is to apply for a Canada PR. Upon studying and working there for a few years, and qualifying the eligibility criteria, you will be invited to apply for a permanent residency.

Intakes in Canada

There are 3 intakes in which international students can enroll themselves in Canadian institutions to commence their abroad education. Fall intake, Winter intake and Spring intake.

There are various levels of education conferred by Canada

International students can opt for Canada to undergo different levels of education like,

Diploma

This is a 2 – year practical program offered in many Canadian institutions. The eligibility to take up a diploma in Canada is,

• 55 – 60% in Higher Secondary Education
• An Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0

*Year-end placements are available for those who study a diploma

Advanced Diploma

This is again a practical program similar to a diploma but studied for 3 years. The eligibility to take up this program is quite similar to that of a diploma.

• 55 – 60% in Higher Secondary Education
• An Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0

Students will get an internship in the final year upon successful completion of the program!

Bachelor’s

Bachelor’s degree is an academic program studied for 3 or 4 years. Commonly, a 4-year bachelor’s program is called Honours Bachelor’s. The eligibility for both programs is alike,

• 60% and above in Higher Secondary Education
• An Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0

Selective institutions might demand academic scores ranging from 75 to 80%

PG Diploma / Graduate Certificate

These are practically trained programs that are commonly chosen after a bachelor’s degree. PG Diploma and Graduate Certificate programs are PG equivalent programs that will contribute to the academic enhancement of the candidate. Taking these programs to require,

• 55 to 60 aggregate percentage in UG
• An IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6

Basically, a First Come First Serve approach is followed by Canadian institutions in offering admissions to these programs. So, if you are planning to take up a PG Diploma / Graduate Certificate, be an early bird!

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma

This program will introduce you to an area that is not related to your previous field of education and if you want to choose a different field and further your education, a post-baccalaureate diploma is all you need. This is a UG equivalent program that requires,

• The aggregate percentage of 55 to 60 in UG
• An IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6

Master’s

Master’s programs are subsequently done after attaining a bachelor’s degree. People with or without work experience can opt for this program. A typical master’s degree caters to the professional and academic enhancement of the candidate. This is an academic program that requires,

• An Aggregate percentage of 70 and above in the UG
• An overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
• Some institutions might demand an overall 7.0 with no band less than 6.0 (some institutions might set minimum band score of 6.5 and overall, of 7.0)

Masters are available only in the universities of Canada and the applicant should be competent enough to grab admission.