Study in Canada

Canada is a developed country, with the ninth highest per capita income globally, and the 11th highest ranking in human development. Canada has one of the best evolved and advanced education systems in the world. The degree obtained from Canada is of high demand and value in other countries assuring that it will be a worthy career move. Canada’s advanced economy is one of the largest (eleventh) in the world, relying chiefly upon its abundant natural resources and well-developed trade networks, especially with the United States, with which it has had a long and complex relationship.

Reasons to Study in Canada

Thousands of International students select Canada for their further study each year. Students are attracted by the country's natural and man-made wonders, the peaceful environment, the cosmopolitan cities, multicultural communities, work and study structure, excellent training system and cost effective tuition and living expenses. The main reasons are explained below;

Safe, stable and friendly multicultural society with high standard of living

Canada is a very safe country. Political unrest is limited in Canada; crime rates are low and Canada is Secular. Your right to practice your faith without persecution or discrimination is protected by law. Canadians are open, friendly people and you will be received with a warm welcome and it has one of the highest standards of living in the world. It is home to people from over 190 countries and cultural diversity is part of its national identity. You can interact with students belonging to different cultural backgrounds and can develop contacts and friends from around the world.

Canadian qualifications are accepted globally and offer Internship Opportunities

Canadian skills training and qualifications are recognized around the world. Canadian education focuses on practical oriented training and most qualifications include paid or unpaid work terms. Hence when a student graduates, he/she will have a good amount of practical exposure which gives them an easy gateway for job opportunities.

Education expenses are less when compared to the USA, the UK, and Australia

Canada offers significantly lower annual tuition fees for many popular courses in universities and colleges. Quality accommodation and good food are available at a reasonable rate. The living expenses declared for student visa application also is less when compared with the above countries.

You can improve your English proficiency

It is an English-speaking country, by living and studying in Canada you can improve your English proficiency.

Faster Admission Processing

If the application is correctly completed, then in most of the cases students will get an offer of admission in Canadian Colleges within 3-7 days and Universities within 7-15 days.

Fees can be paid in instalments

You only need to pay fees on a semester basis to your educational provider prior to each semester begins.

Credit Transfer from Diploma to Bachelor Degree

Students who intend to study University Bachelors programs initially can enrol in Canadian community colleges for diploma programs. By completing Canadian Diploma qualification your chances for admission in Canadian universities will improve. After the program you can apply for a post study work visa and can work full time. During your work you can pursue a bachelor degree and thereby can reduce your expenses. Since you have already completed diploma, you will get credit in bachelor degree and can complete degree in 2-3 years

You can work part-time while you study

In Canada you can work 20 hours weekly during your study and on vacation can work full time. This will give you an additional source to support your studies and obtain valuable work experience with a foreign employer.

Quick Visa Processing

Students can submit visa applications to Canadian High Commission up to 1 month prior to the course commencement. In most cases Canadian visa office finalizes the visa outcome within 10 days of your application.

Spouse work visa

If you study any full time program of minimum 1 year duration, your dependent can accompany you on Spouse Work Permit and can work full-time during your study and vacation. If you have a dependent child they can accompany on visitor visa.

Post study work visa

If you study 8 months to 2 years, you will get a post study work permit equivalent to the study and if you study 2 years or above, will get a post study work permit for up to 3 years. If the spouse has accompanied you, the spouse also will get a visa extension.

Job Opportunities in Canada

Compared to India Canada has a low population, but the country is more than double the size in structure. Canada has many growing industries and a number of multinational companies have set up branches in Canada. But the number of trained persons is insufficient so that many employers find it difficult to fill their vacancies. In this situation you have very good chances to get a job in Canada if you are well qualified and trained.

Opportunity for permanent residency in Canada

After two year study you will get a three year work permit in Canada. During this work permit you should obtain a minimum of one year work experience and after meeting points criteria you can apply for PR.

Added Benefits:

  • You get 1 Year Post-Study Work Visa on completion of 1 Year study programs in Canada
  • You get 3 YearsPost-Study Work Visa on completion of 2 Years study programs in Canada
  • You get points for PR (Permanent Residency) in Canada
  • You get points for PR (Permanent Residency) in Canada
  • You can work Part-Time while you study And Full Time on vacation
  • Your Spouse can accompany on work permit if you enrolled a study program for minimum 1 year

 

How much will it cost to study in Canada

A lot of people think that studying abroad will cost a fortune; however, studying in Canada is comparatively affordable. Even though Canadian international students have to pay higher tuition fees than domestic students, it's still cheaper than the educational cost of the U.S., the UK, and Australia. Below is a table of the average cost expectation you can have out of universities (However the following are just university averages and we recommend you should consult with a Leo Global associate for more accurate figures):

Programs Yearly Fees

Diplomas

$14000 - $16000

Graduate Certificate & PG Diplomas

$18,000 - $25,000

Masters

$20000 - $26000


What Are The Student Visa Requirements For Canada?

To study in Canada, it is important to obtain a student study visa and if you are planning to get one, go through the points given below to know the requirements:
Check eligibility criteria: Before applying for any Canadian institute, check the eligibility criteria of the particular institute. Remember that you can only start the application process for the student visa only when you get the letter of acceptance from your university.
Submit the required documents for a Canada student visa such as identity proof, letter of acceptance, educational certificates, etc.
The processing time of your student visa application depends on the university.
Scholarship To Study In Canada
A lot of Canadian universities offer a scholarship through various programs for both national and international students. The Canadian government offers international students the possibilities of attaining scholarship rewards, allowances, or backings to finance their education. The eligibility for scholarships is judged on the basis of outstanding academic grades and exceptional English Proficiency scores. Scholarships are mostly offered by the universities without any particular application based on the eligibility benchmarks but at some institutions the students need to apply for the same. Scholarships are majorly offered at the entrance level but for some scholarships the students are supposed to prove their excellence in academics in the subsequent years of education as well.