Study In Canada
We look forward to helping students like you who would like to study in Canada. You will find all the information you need to aid your research in deciding if Canada is the best place for you.
Academic year
September is the main intake in Canada and witnesses the maximum number of student admissions. While most colleges and universities offer the September and January intake, you may also be able to get admissions in the Summer intake that starts around April/May.
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Facts About Canada
Canada hosts almost five million international students with more students looking to study there
It is the most educated country in the world with more than half of its population having college degrees
Play hockey on the Atlantic Ocean. In Newfoundland, Canada, the Atlantic Ocean sometimes freezes.
The license plate in the north-western territories of Canada are shaped like polar bears.
About Studying in Canada
Canadian universities and colleges are among the best in the world. In 2012, four Canadian universities ranked in the Top 100 of the ARWU Shanghai Ranking and 22 in the Top 500; 3 ranked in the Top 50 of the QS University Ranking and 20 in the Top 500; and 5 ranked in the Top 100 of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and 8 in the Top 200. This is certainly an amazing record for a single country.
Studying in Canada or getting an admission to study at any of the Canadian College or University should be a top priority for those who may want to pursue a Quality education in their respective areas of interest and professions. General survey has proven that one out of every three people all over the world who are under the age of thirty years old desire to study in Canada.
How to Get Admitted into a Canadian University
The first thing you have to consider is if the Canadian program or Institution you select will meet your objectives, and will help you to avoid a crucial loss of time, energy and money. Before you seek admission to a Canadian College, School, University or other type of Post-secondary Institution, it is important to have answers to a number of questions:
Can I achieve my desired career path in Canada?
It is advisable that you inquire from competent and qualifying authorities before seeking admission into a University, college, or School (in Canada or elsewhere). You can also Contact us for assistance. We will give you all the information you need to know.
Estimated Cost to study in Canada
High on academic quality but affordable tuition fee – Canada is one of the best study destinations for students. Until August 2019, Canada experienced almost 70,000 international students studying at all levels in the country; which explains its popularity across the globe.
Taxes
Nigeria students studying in Canada having a Social Insurance Number (SIN) are allowed to work 20 hours per week during academic sessions and full-time during vacations. If you choose to work along with your studies, your Canadian earned income will be taxable. Along with this, if you have a scholarship or assistantship from your institution, the federal and state governments may tax these wards.
Cost of your student visa and permit
To study in Canada, the first step is to secure a valid study permit and that comes with its own costs (approx. CAD 150). Feel free to consult your Lekkside counselor for the latest updates and information on the visa application process and related costs.
Transportation cost
Unless your institution provides with a shuttle service to-and-fro from your lodging, you’ll have to rely on the available public transport.
Accommodation costs
Most universities in Canada offer on-campus residence facilities to international students. You can also opt for off-campus accommodation wherein you can share apartments with other students from India. Cost for on-campus accommodation may range anywhere from CAD 8,000 to CAD 10,000 (annually) whereas living in a shared apartment can cost you around CAD 400 to CAD 700 per month depending upon your location and time of the year. Remember, the rentals vary from city to city.
Study Levels in Canada
Since the education system in Canada is managed by the provincial governments, the study levels and educational stages may lie in different clusters with different names. Here’s a synopsis:
Qualification |
Duration |
Description |
|---|---|---|
| Certificates and Diploma | 1 – 2 years | Vocational and job oriented programs, mainly technical |
| Associate degree | 2 years | Equivalent to the first two years of a 4-year bachelor’s degree |
| Bachelor’s degree | 3 – 4 years | And undergraduate degree which requires successful completion of secondary school. The duration of your course depends on the province and type of program although most courses last for 4 years. Certain provinces like Quebec have bachelor’s degree of 3 years. |
| Bachelor’s Honors degree | 4 years | This will require getting a specific GPA or credits, a major or a specialist program |
| Postgraduate diploma | 1 – 2 years | A post bachelor degree qualification |
| Master’s degree (by thesis) | 1 – 2 years | Often referred to as research masters, this requires mandatory submission of thesis for assessment and course completion |
| Master’s degree (by non-thesis) | 1 – 2 years | This is a taught master’s degree, not requiring thesis submission |
| Doctorate or PhD | 4 – 7 years | Ph.D. is awarded when students complete dissertation and successfully defend their work before a panel of faculty members |
| Post-Doctoral Programs | No time limit | Specialised research-oriented programs |
Student visa requirements for Canada
You’ll have to apply for your student visa application online using the CIC official website. You can apply up to three months before your intended date of travel to Canada. Remember, your application date is the date when your application fee is paid.
Benefits of online visa application
- Instant application as courier and mail delivery time is eliminated
- The application process is expedited
- You will know if it’s incomplete as an incomplete request is not accepted online
- You can speedily submit your rest of the documents, as and when required
- You will be updated through emails on the status of your application
Documents required for your study permit
To apply for your study permit, you will need:
- An acceptance letter from your education institution, and
- A valid passport or travel document
- Proof that you can support yourself or any family members who might accompany you, while you’re in Canada