Canada is a popular choice for
international students willing to study in a different country. Universities in
Canada offer world-class education with affordable tuition fees. Known for its
kind nature, Canada is endlessly welcoming to international students. You will
find high standards of research and teaching, as well as a great study
experience in a beautiful and diverse country.
With high measurements in quality of
life and education, Canada has been ranked by the UN as one of the best places
to live in the world. It is a developed country with a high-income economy and
successful government, making it a fantastic place to live and study in.
Wide range of programmes and courses to choose
Universities, colleges, and other
postsecondary education institutions offer a range of programmes in a wide
variety of purely academic and skill oriented professional and technical
fields. Canadian universities offer more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate
degree programmes, as well as professional degree programmes and certificate
courses. Students can also choose to pursue various workshops, short courses,
and upgrades for skilled workers and professionals side by side to their main
degree programme. Some institutions offer specialized courses from a wide range
of fields like fisheries, agriculture, apiary, paramedical technology, etc.
However, fields such as telecommunications, medicine, agriculture, computer
technology, business studies, and environmental science are the most sought
after by Indian students.
Study options
There are three academic intakes at the
institutions in Canada: fall, winter and summer. Fall lasts from September to
December, winter lasts from January to April and summer lasts from May to
August. Though fall is the primary intake in most colleges, some colleges do
offer a winter intake.
International students are advised to
apply at the earliest, as scholarships and admissions get more and more
competitive closer to the deadline. A typical application deadline would be 6
to 9 months before your intended session starts, and it can vary depending on
each department and the subject of choice.
Scholarship opportunities
The Canadian government recognizes that
international students bring fresh ideas to Canada and contribute a great deal
to various disciplines and the industry with the knowledge they bring from
their home countries. This is the reason why the federal, provincial, and
territorial governments of Canada as well as various public and private
organisations, provide several scholarships and bursaries to deserving
international scholars.
Safe and peaceful atmosphere
Canada is a relatively safe and
peaceful country. The rate of violent crimes decreased for ten consecutive
years in the period of 1993 to 2003. Firearms are strictly controlled and are
generally not permitted, unlike the US. The Global Peace Index consistently
ranks Canada among the top 10 safest countries to visit in the world. It is
also relatively unaffected by natural disasters.
Multicultural experience
Canada is a country of immigrants and
follows a policy of fostering multicultural diversity. The Canadian society
comprises of almost all of the world's ethnic groups. You will easily find most
ethnic foods and cultural activities. You will easily find informal clubs and associations
representing various ethnicities. People of Canada are generally very open
minded and respectful of different perspectives. Over the past century and a
half, Canada has welcomed 15 million immigrants. Canada is also home to over
one million aboriginal people, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit
communities.
Easy visa procedure
One of the most exciting aspect while
considering studying in Canada is that the process of acquiring a Canadian
study visa is relatively relaxed. Students increasingly face issues and
complain about the strict visa norm of the US. It has led to international
students being diverted to other countries.
Student jobs during studies
Graduating from a Canadian university
or college will give you the opportunity to stay back and work for up to one
year after the completion of their diploma or degree. During your studies, you
can work on campus. A work permit is not needed in such cases. The government
is working with various university bodies to formulate a regime that will allow
off-campus employment too for international students.
Opportunity to get permanent residence
One of the major advantages of making
the decision to study in Canada is that graduates have access to a
Post-Graduation Work Permit on completion of their studies in Canada.
Post-Graduation Work Permits allow certain individuals who have studied in
Canada to stay and work under an open work permit for up to three years,
allowing them to enter the Canadian workforce and gain valuable Canadian work
experience that may help them to immigrate permanently.