2025-2026 Niagara College Canada International Booklet
your dreams. Learn by doing.
Accomplish great things.
Choose a Public Postsecondary College in Canada
Engage in practical and hands-on training in various fields that are integrated with industry, developing job-ready skills.
• Experience personal and professional growth with a leading institution in applied learning, recognized as the #1 Research College in Canada for 2024 and 2023*.
• Enrol in innovative programs enriched by digital learning technologies and a comprehensive educational journey.
• Engage in hands-on, experiential exercises with regional, national and global industry partners providing real-world insights and practical skills.
• Collaborate and thrive in a diverse community with students from over 100 countries.
• Gain valuable insights and perspectives from instructors who are industry professionals with real-world expertise.
• Graduate globally prepared and job-ready, equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in your chosen field.
*Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges, Research Infosource
That’s ncLIFE.
Niagara College acknowledges that our Niagara-based campuses are located on the shared traditional lands of the Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee. We offer our sincere gratitude to them as the stewards of this land, which is protected by the Dish With One Spoon Wampum agreement’s three principles: to take only what you need, leave enough for others, and always keep the dish clean. Today, many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities from across Turtle Island continue to live and work in this territory. Acknowledging the peoples whose territory we are on, and the agreements that guide their stewardship of the land, reminds us to reflect on and respect their unique relationship to this land. It also is an invitation for all of us to identify and engage in actions that respect and reinforce our commitments to Truth and Reconciliation and Indigenous Rights, including the Colleges and Institutes Canada Indigenous Education protocol.
Top 5 Sectors by Employment*
· Wholesale and retail trade
· Health care and social assistance
· Manufacturing
· Construction
· Accommodation and food services
Top 5 Sectors by Employment Growth (2017-2022)*
· Construction
· Professional, scientific and technical services
· Finance, insurance, real estate, rental and leasing
· Health care and social assistance
· Public administration
*Source Statistics Canada Table: 14-10-0384-01 as cited on niagaracanada.com/data/regional-quick-facts
Niagara College students and graduates are working…
· 89.4% of recent Niagara College graduates were employed within six months of graduation according to the 2022-2023 provincial Key Performance Indicator (KPI) results*
· 90% employer satisfaction with NC graduates they employ according to the 2022-2023 KPI results*
*Detailed information about the current Key Performance Indicator results are available from the Colleges Ontario website at collegesontario.org
Work in Canada.
Countless opportunities.
“I started my career in Canada during my Co-Op term, when I secured a job as a front desk agent at the Marriott Fallsview Hotel in Niagara Falls. After working there for eight months, I was about to start my last term at NC and felt confident to apply for the Revenue Manager position at the Canadian Niagara Hotels group, one of Canada’s largest hospitality companies. Even still being a student, I was the successful candidate and saw a big jump in my career.”
Mariana Siebert | Program: Tourism Management - Business Development (Co-op) Hometown: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Work Integrated Learning
· Benefit from NC’s unique learning enterprises – on-campus businesses where academic excellence and an integrated teaching environment meet to offer a unique learning experience for students
· NC’s Research & Innovation Division supports economic development locally and beyond by providing innovative solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. With funding support from various regional, provincial and federal agencies, students and graduates are hired to work alongside faculty and researchers to help industry partners leap forward in the marketplace
· Over 550 international students had on-campus employment at Niagara College from Spring 2023 to Winter 2024
Working in Canada
· Work part-time during the academic year and full-time during academic breaks
· Receive on-campus support to find a job through NC’s Career Services
· Earn scholarships to lower the cost of your schooling
Endless possibilities. Live in Niagara.
Your journey starts here.
Be a part of a diverse and multicultural community that services more than 13 million tourists from around the world every year*
* Niagara Region Economic Development
“Moving to the Niagara region has been wonderful. The community celebrates diversity, which makes my family and I feel at home. Being Muslims, it’s amazing that we can easily find grocery stores with halal products and halal restaurants around here. Additionally, I found day-to-day expenses very affordable here compared to crowded cities. The whole area is perfect for
Lifestyle
Niagara Region is known across Canada for its art, music, food and culture, offering fulfilling experiences for both families and individuals.
“Discovering the Niagara Region has been an incredible journey. From its picturesque landscapes to the rich history, leisure options, and the welcoming community, it’s a perfect place for singles. Niagara Falls is a spectacle to behold. The waterfall itself, the international boundary between Canada and America, and the overall captivating environment make it a must-visit destination. The amusement options on Clifton Hill add an extra layer of fun to the experience.”
The Niagara Region is host to several annual festivals and events all year long. Experience live music, local artisans, parades, attractions, vendors, local cuisine, history, culture and more.
Some of the festivals include:
Winter Festival of Lights
Niagara Grape and Wine Festival
Niagara Folk Arts Festival
Niagara Falls Comic Con
Canal Days Marine
Heritage Festival
Peach Festival
Niagara Canada International Film Festival
iMELA International Festival
The Shaw Festival
Welland Foodfest
Accommodations
Choose from several options for housing and accommodations.
Visit international.niagaracollege.ca for the most up-to-date information.
Welland Campus
Experience the original home of Niagara College (NC), a place where expansions, additions and renovations have been made to every section of the facility in the past 10 years. Study at a campus that is a leader in sustainable technology and operates state-of-the-art, modern learning environments designed to help you succeed in your education and career training.
Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Immerse yourself in this 125-acre campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake that has been the centre for NC’s business, hospitality, environmental, culinary and wine programs. Engage in hands-on learning through the innovative development of several oncampus teaching enterprises.
Athletics and Student Engagement
Enhance your student lifestyle through a diverse range of athletics and recreation programs, events, and opportunities for involvement. Make friends, be a part of an active student lifestyle and maintain your health and fitness.
Student Engagement
Our Student Engagement team is dedicated to helping provide a well-rounded experience to all students, including on-campus events, volunteer opportunities and more – from Orientation to Graduation.
Immerse yourself in Niagara College’s vibrant campus life by joining a Niagara College Student Administrative Council Club!
Meet people, make friends who share your interests and participate in activities outside of class to enhance your student experience!
To join a club visit: yourncsac.ca/joinaclub
Student Services
• Airport Transportation
• Athletics and Recreation
Career Centre and Employment Support
Health, Wellness and Accessibility Services
Housing and Settlement
• Multi-Faith Rooms
Pre-departure Program:
• Social Activities
• Support and Advisement Transition and Immigration
“As I started studying at Niagara College, I met wonderful people who became my friends and helped me feel at home. This helped me overcome the biggest challenge in my transition to Canada, which was being away from my family. I am always open to learning about new cultures, and it makes a significant impact.”
Nikhil Gupta Program: Business Administration – Human Resources (Co-op) | Hometown: Jammu, India
Athletics
Niagara College has a long history of athletic excellence. A wide variety of varsity and recreational athletics are hosted at our campuses, where our community gathers to play, compete, and celebrate.
Intramural leagues are for participants of all skill levels. Intramural sports change from season to season and are scheduled in the afternoon and evenings to ensure that everyone has the best opportunity to participate.
Extramural Sports
Compete against other Colleges, but without the time commitments of varsity sports. Extramural sports change from season to season, and tryouts are typically held early in the semester. Teams practice once a week, and compete in one or two tournaments across Ontario.
Fitness
The Simplii Financial Athletic Centre (Welland) and the Simplii Financial Fitness and Recreation Centre (Niagaraon-the-Lake) are designed to ensure that all students have the ability to participate in a variety of recreational, fitness, and athletic activities. Everyone is welcome! Fitness class availability and selection varies semester to semester, and typically include Yoga, Zumba, Spin, and many more.
Study English.
English for Academic Preparation (EAP)
Excel in an English-speaking academic or professional environment and develop the skills you need to succeed in the 21st century. Niagara College’s intensive English for Academic Preparation (EAP) program offers five levels of English language skill development to improve your English for school or work.
NC’s EAP will help you to...
• Get ready for post-secondary studies at Niagara College or other Colleges or Universities
• Improve your personal and professional development
• Build on your secondary school education
• Prepare for your future career
• Gain English skills for your life in Canada
Enhance your skills in:
• Academic Writing and Grammar Mastery
• Career Readiness Strategies
• Cultural and Educational Adaptation Techniques
• Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary Expansion
• Effective Speaking, Pronunciation and Dynamic Presentation Skills
• Active Listening and Note-taking Proficiency
• Research Methodologies for Academic Success
• And more!
Duration
2 to 20 months*
Start Dates
January, March, May, June, September and October
Each level
7 weeks of study + 1 week break + 7 weeks of study
Total: 4 months
*students are required to apply for a minimum of 6 months, however, based on their English proficiency skill level, students may study for as little as 2 months EAP
Your NC Journey
Find out which level you will place in to begin your EAP journey! Complete Niagara College English proficiency testing at the EAP orientation, schedule a remote test before travelling to Canada or submit external test scores.
Take Placement Test
“When I came to Canada, I understood half of what people said and couldn’t communicate my thoughts properly. My English is understood today because I studied in NC’s EAP program and now English has become my second language, which is a credit to my wonderful teachers. The EAP program helped me a lot with my post-secondary studies, with getting a job, and with being able to talk to people here.”
Ingrid Vitalino
Program: EAP, Construction Engineering
Hometown: Brazil
Complete the required EAP levels based on your placement test (Levels 1-5)
Graduate level 5 of EAP
Meet language requirements for Niagara College programs
Apply for NC programs or use new English skills in your profession
Study English.
Year of Experiential Study (YES) Program
“No matter what English level you have, Niagara College has a great range of study options and pathways to help you achieve your study goals. I highly recommend Niagara College and believe you will have the best possible experience with your studies.”
Experience English as a Second Language (ESL) skill development plus sample a variety of college program areas.
• 1 or 2 semesters (4 or 8 months) of ESL plus 1 or 2 semesters of college program exploration
• Reflect on your skills, abilities, and aptitudes to make a better informed choice about your future
• Explore career options available to you in many program areas through the program’s customizable options to reflect your interests
• Enhancing your English language skills
DID YOU KNOW?
This program is traditionally taken as a break between high school/secondary school and post-secondary education and is sometimes referred to as Gap Year.
English Language and Culture Program (ELCP)
Have fun learning English and exploring Canadian culture.
• Experience engaging educational trips and fun social events
• Improve general English skills through academic classes, especially speaking and listening
• Develop cross-cultural relationships with Canadians and other international students
• Individual or group registrations are welcome.
Duration: 4 Weeks
Weekly Classes: 20 hours
Kim Jaehyun | General Manager, Jeonju University South Korea
Niagara College has partnerships around the world. Featured here is Jeonju University in South Korea.
Language Proficiency Admission Requirements
If English is your second language, Niagara College will accept scores from the following language proficiency tests. For information regarding English language proficiency requirements for Niagara College
Post-Secondary, Certificate, Post-Graduate and Degree programs, please refer to the Language Proficiency chart at on our website: international.niagaracollege.ca/language-proficiency
Country-specific requirements can be found on our Application Portal: international.niagaracollege.ca/portal
Language Proficiency Tests
Niagara College’s English as a Second Language (ESL) Online program (Completion of Level 10)
Niagara College’s English for Academic Preparation Program (Completion of Level 5)
Cambridge English Exams
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Proficiency Test
Duolingo English Language Test
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Internet-based Test (iBT) of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Pearson Test of English (PTE)
English Plus Program
Combine English as a Second Language skills training through NC’s English for Academic Preparation (EAP) program PLUS experiential learning and exposure to a particular study area of interest.
• Get ready for post-secondary studies
• Compare key program learning outcomes from your home country and Canada
• Gain English skills for your life in Canada while also advancing your academic studies
• Prepare for your future career
DID YOU KNOW?
An example four-month English Plus program could include English for Academic Preparation (EAP) for 25 hours per week plus three hours of study adapted from a Niagara College academic course and one industry field visit per month.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Online
Improve your English through live video classes from anywhere in the world
• Develop practical, professional, and real-life communication skills through engaging tasks
• Receive real-time feedback on your performance, using interactive technologies to strengthen your language proficiency
• Discover Canadian culture while connecting with students from around the world
niagaracollege.ca/ english/esl-online
ESL Online
Level Duration:
7 Weeks
Weekly Classes:
15 hours
Undergraduate Programs
CULINARY, TOURISM AND BEVERAGE STUDIES
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ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
Undergraduate Programs
JUSTICE AND COMMUNITY STUDIES
Graduate
• Develop references and connections.
• Hone your skills with feedback from your
of Instructional Programs (CIP) Codes
Pathways 350+ pathway opportunities through Niagara College
Enhance your credentials by continuing your studies at one of our partner universities in Canada or abroad, including transitioning from a diploma to a degree or from a bachelor’s degree to a master’s degree.
Pathways Opportunities within Canada
Pathways Opportunities around the World
For Niagara College pathway options visit: niagaracollege.ca/pathways For more pathways and transfer options visit: www.ONTransfer.ca.
As agreements are subject to change each year, be sure to check with partner institutions for formal verification upon application.
The Be World Ready program at Niagara College prepares students for global success through education, exchange and international experience.
• Experience culturally diverse learning environments
• Understand different perspectives and connect practical skills with a global mindset
• Develop new skills that will distinguish you as a ‘world-ready’ and ‘work-ready’ graduate.
Stats
TOP 10
Canadian Research College for ten years in a row
*Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges-Research Infosource #1 for 2024 and 2023 #2 for 2022 • #3 for 2021
350+
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Thriving on-campus businesses open to the public that combine student learning with hands-on work experience
• Benchmark Restaurant
• Teaching Winery
• Wine Visitor
+ Education Centre
• Teaching Brewery
• Teaching Greenhouse
• Teaching Distillery
Students from
• Teaching Spa
• Teaching Hair Salon
• Dental Clinic
• Massage Therapy Clinic
• Performance Clinic
• Justice and Fitness Training Centre
Pathway Opportunities
Continue your studies at several partner universities and colleges in Canada and abroad
9,000+
Students engaged in a Practical Work Experience during the Fall 2023 term
1st
103 Countries study at Niagara College
*Includes Spring 2023, Fall 2023 and Winter 2024 terms
Trailblazing programming
• Teaching Distillery and Artisan Distilling graduate certificate program in Canada
• Teaching Brewery in Canada and Brewmaster & Brewery Operations Management program
• Post-secondary credential in Commercial Cannabis Production
• Commercial Teaching Winery in Canada
Please note these statistics are accurate as of August 22, 2024 and are subject to change at any time. For the most updated information, please visit the Niagara College website.
“Taking part in a Be World Ready IFS trip gave me a fresh perspective on my career and personal connections. Although I was born in a specific country, I feel I am now a global citizen. This experience prompted me to expand my personal boundaries and embrace different cultures.”
João Luiz Pereira | Program: Winery and Viticulture Technician | Hometown: Salvador, Brazil
