When you study in Canada you’ll earn academic qualifications that are recognized and respected the world over. You’ll become part of a diverse, welcome and vibrant society that offers you a unique culture experience in a safe and beautiful environment.
Set your sights high.
Take the first step to success.
Come study in Canada.
FAST FACTS ABOUT CANADA
- World’s second –largest country (by area)
- 33 million people in ten provinces and three territories
- Stable parliamentary democracy
- High quality of life that is safe and secure
- Ranks seventh among OECD countries with respect to the proportion of GDPAllocated to education
- Ethnically diverse –Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver, home to large immigrant populations
- Research and development at university in Canada is almost twice that of any other G-8 nation
- Education is a responsibility of the provinces and territories
- Academic programs are offered in English or French, with some institutions offering instruction in both languages
- Trimester system with admission in September, January and may
- A number of post secondary programs allow international students to work during their term of studies
Did you know?
- The United Nations has consistently ranked Canada as one of the best place in the world to live.
- Canada’s universities are among the world’s best.
In 2010, the Academic Ranking of World Universities list of top 200 including eight Canadian universities; in 2010,the QS University Ranking placed eleven Canadian universities in the top 100 universities.
- Canada’s secondary school students excel in science, reading and mathematics.
They ranked third, fourth and seventh, respectively, according to the results of an international study conducted in 2006 by the Programme for international Students Assessment (PISA).
- Canada’s educational institutions have long been incubators for innovation.
The Blackberry, flat-screen technology, SMART boards, voice compression applications for cell phones and computers, and IMAX film are among the many revolutionary technologies invented and developed by men and women who studied in Canada
- Canada’s is home to world-class collaboration research and development.
Projects include the innovative NEPTUNE ocean floor laboratory, the Canadian HIV Vaccine Initiative,ArcticNet,a revolutionary approach for studying the effects of climate change, and Canada’s Advanced Research and Innovation Network (CANARIE Inc.) which facilities research and development around the world.
YOUR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES IN CANADA:
Canadian students consistently score high on international tests, making Canada one of the world’s top educational performers. The reasons for Canada’s exemplary performance are clear: highly qualified educators, up-to-date curricula, a learning environment that nature’s creativity and intellectual development, and a national commitment to student success.
Canada gives you the opportunity to be inspired and challenged. An education in Canada is a priceless asset-the key to your future.
UNIVERSITIES:
- More than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate degree programs at 95 public not-for-profit university-degree level colleges.
- Degrees follow the bachelors/master/doctorate system and are equivalent to those in the USA and Commonwealth countries.
- Vast choice of undergraduates and post-graduate programs, as well as professional designations, certificate and diploma course, and short career focused programs.
- Cutting edge technology and research labs.
- Opportunities for cooperative education and internships, and international students can often work while they study.
- Tuition fees range from C$ 8,000 to C$26,000 per year depending on the program.
- Residence and living expenses are estimated at C$7,000 to C$13,000 per year.
THE COLLEGE SYSTEM:
- Over 8,000 programs at 150 public institutions offering credentials that are sanctioned by provincial and territorial governments.
- Offers a Varity of recognized credentials like certificates, diplomas, university transfer programs, academic and applied degrees, and post-graduate diplomas.
- Programs with varying length of study from a few months to four year.
- Practical programs designed with potential employers that also offer work placements.
- Tuitions fees range from C$5,500 to C$15,000 per year depending on the program.
- Boarding or home stay and living costs are estimated at C$7,000 to C$13,000 per year.
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Whatever your choices, you are guaranteed a qualify learning experience.
REASONS TO CHOOSE CANADA AS A STUDY DESTINATION
- QUALIFICATIONS VALUED AROUND THE WORLD
Canadian credentials will open doors for your future and benefit your career.
- AFFORDABLE EDUCATION
Cost of living and tuition fees for international students are generally lower in Canada than in other countries.
- MULTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Canadians are known for being friendly, open and tolerant and our country welcomes students from more than 200 ethnic origins.
- HEALTH AND SAFE COMMUNITIES
You’ll enjoy all of the freedoms which protect Canadians: respect for human rights, equality, and a stable and peacefull society.
- WORLD-CLASS LANGUAGE EDUCATION
Teaching of French and English as first and second languages is an integral part of Canada’s education.
- EXCITNG CAMPUS LIFESTYLE
From wired libraries and Olympics-quality ports facilities, to public concert halls and art galleries, Canada’s post-secondary campuses offer you enormous possibilities to combine learning and leisure.
- INNOVATIVE & ABUNDANT REASERCH OPPORTUNTIES
The education system in Canada is grounded in a culture of research and development with excellent research facilities.
- POSSIBIITY OF IMMIGRATION
Some international students with Canadian credential and Canadian work experience may apply for permanent residency without having to leave Canada.
Visit www.cic.gc.ca/cea for more information.
- LAND OF POSSIBILITES
Canada’s scenery is spectacular and varied; an experience in itself.
USEFULL RESOURCES:
For additional detail about studying in Canada, consult these helpful online resources:
- Official study in Canada portal
www.educationau-incanada.ca
Includes a program finder, cost calculator, study permit information. and links to provincial,terrtrial school information.
- Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFIAT)
www.international.gc.ca
The International Education and youth Division of DFAIT is responsible for Canada’s foreign policy in the areas of knowledge, learning and the promotion of Canada as a study and research destination.
- Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)
www.cic.gc.ca
Offers information for international students considering Canada as a study destination, including study permits, visa details and work permits.
- Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC)
www.cmec.ca
Provides leadership in education at the pan-Canadian and international levels and contributes to the fulfillment of the constitutional responsibility for education conferred on provides and territories.
- Canada information center for international Credentials (CICIC)
www.cicic.ca
Provides the only Canadian online and authoritative directory of universities, colleges and schools recognized by Canada’s provides and territories, this site includes information on foreign credential evolutions and qualification recognized.
Associations:
- Association of Canadian Community College(ACCC)
www.accc.ca
Represents colleges and institutes to government, business and industry, both in Canada and internationally
- Association of Universities and colleges of Canada (AUCC)
www.aucc.ca
Represents 95 Canadian public and private not-for-profit universities and university-degree level colleges
- Canadian Association of public school-international (CAPS-I)
www.caps-i.ca
Represents 75 Canadian public school districts/boards that recruit international students at the elementary and secondary levels.
- Canadian bureau of International Education (CBIE)
www.cbie.ca
Dedicated to the promotion of Canada’s international relations through international education.
- Languages Canada
www.laguagescanada.ca
Represents Canadian language schools accredited under an internationally recognized quality-assurance mechanism.
- Students in Excellence And Learning(SEAL)
www.seal.edu/
Represents 95 Canadian elementary and secondary independent schools from across Canada, some of which offer boarding to international students.
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