Canada, with its abundant opportunities, humane laws, and futuristic governing policies is soon turning into a student-friendly destination for pursuing higher studies. In the present socio-economic climate, Canada offers rich options to grow and drive one’s career toward great success. With such brilliant perks, its often feared weather is hardly seen as a challenge by students aspiring for a fruitful career.
Canada has a wide range of courses that differ per institution. The Universities in Canada offer programs leading to a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctoral degree. Colleges in Canada, on the other hand, only offer Bachelor’s degree programs. Canada also has community colleges and technical institutions that offer professional programs of 1 to 3 years duration including a work term. Canada is popular for its co-op or work-study programs. The cooperative education model formally integrates academic studies with relevant work experience. Co-op students study in a school and work in appropriate fields (business, industry, government, social services, etc.). On completion of the degree, a candidate has the same number of academic terms as a regular student, plus up to two years of work experience.
These are schools that teach students up to the grade 12 level. Provincial governments in Canada regulate all primary and secondary schools. Find out more information about schools from the Ministry of Education of the province in which you would like to study.
Post-secondary schools include colleges, universities and technical schools. Each post-secondary school has its own set of rules on how to apply and decides what level of English or French you will need to be accepted.
Canada is a land of openness, wide panoramic landscapes and breathtaking natural beauty. It is often referred to as the ‘picture postcard country’. In addition to its tranquil beauty, Canada is a modern, vibrant, multicultural country that is also a hub of innovation and technology. Canada’s warm, inclusive culture makes up for its cold climate, offering students a wide range of enriching experiences. Canada houses 13 of the top 200 universities in the world and is well-recognized for its high academic standards and meticulous processes governing professional education. Students in Canada enjoy a highly stimulating academic environment and its immense work opportunities make it a gold mine for talent and career development.
The admissions process for Canadian institutions varies widely because every school, college or university has different rules for their application process. Early applications are essential for securing a seat at Canadian institutions. Apply at least six months in advance to primary and secondary schools. University and college students should apply a year before they want to start their studies. Main aspects to consider at the time of selection and application of universities:
Cost of application
Upon acceptance by a Canadian institution, a candidate receives a letter of acceptance. This letter of acceptance is necessary to apply for a Study Permit.
Standardized tests such as GRE, GMAT and SAT to English Language tests, such as TOEFL and IELTS, are an important part of the admissions process for Canada.
SAT: The SAT may be required by some undergraduate universities in Canada.
GRE: (Graduate Record Examination) is required for students applying for a Master’s degree in any field other than Management. However, not all universities in Canada ask for a GRE score.
GMAT: All applicants applying for a Master’s in Management or Business Administration major must submit the results of the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT).
These tests must be completed before the date of the application. To register for these exams, please visit http://www.gre.org and http://www.mba.com
All students whose native language is not English are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the IELTS. For more information on registering for the IELTS and the TOEFL, please visit http://www.ielts.org and http://www.toefl.org.
Canada offers plenty of options to gain valuable work experience and supplement your spending allowance with part-time student jobs for international students. While you must supply sufficient evidence that you can pay for your tuition and living expenses before you arrive in Canada, there are a number of work permit programs for international students and their spouses/common-law partners that make sustaining in Canada possible.
As an international student, you can work on campus without a work permit if:
As an international student, you will be able to work off-campus with a work permit if:
In the current economic environment, Canada provides maximum employment opportunities to skilled immigrants. Canadian Visa regulations are also favorable towards post-study employment, for Indian students as well as their dependents. A work permit under the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP) is necessary to work in Canada after you graduate. There are many programs available to even stay in Canada as a permanent resident after graduation, each with its requirements.
A work permit under the PGWPP is often issued for the length of the study program, up to a maximum of three years. A post-graduation work permit cannot be valid for longer than the student’s study program, and the study program must be a minimum of eight months in length. For example, if you graduate from a two-year degree program, you could be eligible for a two-year work permit if you meet the criteria. To determine your eligibility and apply, contact your AEC counselor.
A Study Permit serves as a Canadian student visa for the duration of one’s stay and it is essential to gain entry into Canada for an international student. The Study Permit can be renewed from within Canada if you decide to extend your duration of study.
You should take with you the following documents in order to apply for Canadian Study Permit:
School and college transcripts, and standardized test score sheets.
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