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Best Education Consultancy in Nepal For Canada - Study in Canada 11-14 minutes
The second largest country in the world in terms of area, Canada is gradually becoming a top preferred destination for international students in recent years. Currently there are about 400,000 international students in Canada and they are there for reasons. Nepalese Students should consider Canada for “A Dozen of reasons” 1. 98% of the Canadian Universities are public Universities, which ensures they offer high quality education. 2. Canadian Universities are consistently ranked in the top 100 universities of the world including 3 in the top 50. 3. Cost of attendance is lower compared to major study destinations like UK, Australia, and USA. 4. Canadian Universities focus heavily on practical study and research. 5. English is the most common language used in Canada, making it easier for Nepalese students. 6. Wide range of options while choosing your courses and programs 7. Scholarship opportunities for deserving students 8. Safe to live and study as Canada is ranked # 8 out of 162 countries on the ranking of the safest and most dangerous countries. 9. Multi-cultural community, open to Internationals. Since July 1 2017 till July 1, 2018, 79.6% population is international 10. Opportunity of Permanent Residence – unlike most countries, Canada wants its International students to stay due to its huge area and small population size 11. Students are allowed to work off-campus- making sure they reduce the burden on their family 12. Graduate students can take their dependents once they have reached Canada; the process takes somewhat around 5 weeks.
Canada’s Education System The major reason for Canada being a top destination for International students is the “Quality Education at an Affordable Fees”. The Canadian Government who is heavily investing in higher education has made this possible. To be more specific, Canada is amongst the top 3 countries per capita when it comes to investing in higher education.
98% of the Canadian Educational Institutions are public or government funded. However, there are private colleges and Universities in Canada offering numerous programs.
Types of Education Institutions • •
University: Students seeking for Bachelors, Masters, Post-Graduate certificate, Diploma, and PhD can apply to different Universities in Canada. Colleges & Institutes: Students who plan on taking a more applied or vocational kind of education basically focused on career can apply for a Diploma, Post-Graduate Certificate, and Bachelor’s degree holders can apply to these Colleges and Institutions.
Level of Education There are different levels where a student can plan to enroll in Canadian Institutions for their higher education: Level of Qualification Diploma and Certificates
Description
Duration of Study
Job oriented vocational programs (usually technical)
1-2 years
Associate degrees are equivalent to the first two years of the University degree. 120 credit worth of program where one needs to take general Bachelors Degree education, core and elective courses. Duration varies depending on the province one studies in. Bachelors degree A student needs to maintain a high GPA and have extra credits with Honors compared to Bachelor’s Degree. Post-Graduate Post Bachelors Diploma. Engineering students need it if they Diploma want to study Master’s in Engineering. Master’s Degree Course based Master’s Program, where students will not (Non-Thesis) conduct any research but focus on Internships. Master’s Degree Research based Master’s, where students have to write a thesis (Thesis) based on the research they conduct. Doctorate Programs, where students have to complete PhD dissertation and have to defend their research in-front of the panel of their faculty members. Associate Degrees
Post Doctorate
These are specialized research- based programs and continues
Most Popular Majors in Canada • • •
Business Administration Finance Economics
2 years 3-4 years 4 years 1-2 years 1-2 years 1-2 years 4-7 years No time limit
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Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Petroleum, Environment) Biology/Biotechnology Nursing Health Science & Public Health Fine Arts Hospitality Management Environment Science Social work/Science Psychology Computer Science/IT Data Science/Business Analytics
Most popular cities amongst International Students in Canada • • • • • • • •
Vancouver, BC: The Interior, BC: Calgary, Alberta: Edmonton, Alberta: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan: Winnipeg, Manitoba: Montreal, Quebec: Ottawa, Ontario:
Cost of Studying in Canada One of the most important things that a student needs to know before deciding on studying in Canada is the cost. Canada is one of the most affordable study destinations compared to the UK, USA, Australia and New Zealand.
Tuition and Fees Tuition and fees are different in different provinces and are also dependent on the University one attends and the major one studies. However, the average tuition for different level is as listed below: Undergraduate (Bachelor’s Degree) $15,000(CAD) Graduate (Master’s Degree) $10,000- 16,000(CAD)
Accommodation Cost of living varies a lot depending on where you live in Canada. Some major cities could be really expensive to live in but you can also find Universities and colleges in locations, which are lot less expensive. Average cost of living ranges from $3,000 to $7,000 (CAD).
Total Cost of Attendance: An International student should be prepared to pay a minimum of about (CAD) 30,000 per year for everything.
Scholarship/Financial Aid Financial aid is available to International students in different forms such as Merit based Scholarships, Need based Scholarships, Tuition Waivers, Government or Private scholarships. On top of these, the Graduate students can also be eligible for Teaching Assistantships, Research Grants, and Fellowships. The amount of the aid from different scholarships could range up to 100%. For students to be able to get financial aid, we strongly recommend them to apply early. Though the deadlines are different based on the program of study and the institution, we recommend that a student applies at least 6 months prior to the intended intake.
Intake There are 3 Intakes in Canada. Two of which are major intakes and one is a minor. Major Intakes: September and January Minor Intakes: April/May
Language Proficiency Requirements The proficiency requirement varies with the university and program you intend on studying. However, in general we can look at the following numbers: IELTS – Overall Band Score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0. Mostly Diploma and certificate level programs may accept a lower score, but it is highly recommended that you score 6.5 or equivalent. TOEFL and PTE are also accepted in Canada. We recommend you check with the University you are applying to or the advisor at Edwise to make sure of the requirements.
Admission Process Before you can apply for your VISA, you need be admitted to the college or University for which you can go through the following steps: • •
Work closely with your advisor at Edwise to decide what could be right program and Institution for you. Filling and Submitting of the application for the intended major in the targeted University. Make sure you get it reviewed by your advisor to ensure there are no errors.
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Get your letter of Acceptance from the Education Institution you intend to join. Receive the Electronic Confirmation of Enrollment (eCOE) Apply for the Visa.
Documents required for getting the offer letter • • • • • • • •
Academic Transcripts from all levels of education Degree Completion/Provisional certificate Individual grade sheet (Depending on the University’s requirement). Certificate of test Scores (IELTS/PTE/TOEFL) Passport Birth Certificate Work Experience Letter (if required) Passport sized photographs
Applying for a Canadian student visa? For studying in Canada, Nepalese students will have to obtain a study permit and a Temporary Resident Visa(TRV)
Study Permit Study permit is a document issued by the Immigration and Citizenship(CIC) that allowes a student to study in Canada. Once a student has a study permit he/she needs to be enrolled and taking courses to insure the completion of their study.
Tempory Resident Visa (TRV) Every student wanting to study in Canada needs a Temporary Resident Visa to be allowed to enter Canada. Once you meet someone at Edwise, you can get information in details about the TRV.
How to get a Study Permit and TRV? To attain a study permit students will need to apply with the following documents: 1. A Letter of Acceptance from the education Institution the student plans to study in. 2. A valid Passport or Travel Document.
What else is required? Along with the above mentioned documents, the student needs to prove the following: 1. Official letter of acceptance from the educational institute the student plans on attending. 2. Proof that the student has financial strength to pay for the tuition & fees, living expenses, and all other expensses the student plans on making in Canada.
3. A police Certificate ensuring that you have been a law-abiding citizen with no criminal record. 4. Statement of Purpose. 5. Academic Certificates. 6. Medical report to ensure that you are in good health. 7. Fee Payment Receipt from the intended Educational Institution. 8. Other relevant certificates.
How to prove my Financial Strength? You may be asked to provide evidence of your ability to pay for which the following documents could be used: • • • • •
Documents related to Student Loan from the Financial Institution providing it. Edwise strictly recommends you to use “A Class“ Commercial Banks. Bank Statement from the bank where you are holding your savings at. A bank draft in Convertable currency to show that you have planned in advance regarding the payment. Proof of payment of your tuition and accomodation fees to the university and home stay provider if you plan on staying off campus. A letter from your sponsor. It could be a person or an organization.
Note: More documents could be needed or come handy, so please make sure you talk to your advisor at Edwise before making a move.
Working opportunity for Nepalese Students As an International student, one is allowed to work for 20 hours per week. The earnings will be enough for covering the living expenses and students are commonly seen involved in various sectors such as Café, restaurants, clothing stores, travel and tourism, and many more. Though International students are supposed to maintain the requirements of the visa, they generally do not have many difficulties in finding a part-time job. However, every International student needs to have a Social Insurance Number (SIN), which is a 9-digit number that allows the Canadian government to keep track of the student’s earnings as the employers can post the payrolls and the students will have an access to government programs and benefits. International students can apply for Co-op work placement which will allow them to work as an intern in the related field which will not just ensure earning but will also ensure invaluable experience which could come handy while applying for full-time jobs after graduation under the post graduate work permit. Postgraduate work permit is allowed to students of all levels after the completion of their study. Students can apply for post graduation work permit for the duration of two years, and are also eligible for applying for Permanent Residency after working for 1 year in Canada.
