Study in Canada

According to the usnews.com, the 2020 best countries for Education are ranked, based on having a well-developed public education system.

Those countries are:

• The United States of America
• United Kingdom
• Canada

The education standard in Canada is one of the primary factors in attracting foreign students to their land. Canada’s high academic standards and uncompromising quality controls show high-quality education which helps the students and immigrants a successful future. 95% of international students recommend Canada as a study destination. The literacy rate had been the determinant for the development of countries. The United Nations Development Report’s 2018 Statistical Update ranks each country in the world based on its HDI ranking in which Norway topped the list. Furthermore, the literacy rate in Canada is 99.00%.

These are the facts for the developed Countries which include European countries, America and Canada. So, the people living in the developing regions where literacy rate is not as high, and the standard of education is quite low, often plan to pursue their careers and bachelor’s degrees from abroad.

Another influential attraction for international students is studying in Canada after 12th grade/F.Sc. / O&A levels. Many of the international students living in developing countries often plan to pursue their higher studies abroad. Most of the students are from India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. To apply for the bachelor’s in Canadian Universities requires certain things to be accomplished. You need to pass some tests to prove your proficiency in English. There are different language proficiency tests like IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, etc. Other than these proficiency proving tests, you can also go for some other tests that Canadian higher education system allows. Those tests include; Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) exam, TEF exam, TCF Canada.

With its transcendence in the technical fields, Canada requires educated people, who come to their country and work in the fields. It is obvious that whenever any developed country is excelling in technology, it needs educated people to run their industries which might be Electrical, mechanical, Automotive or Software Industry. It requires people, so the same case is with Canada. It might be you working as a skilled worker in Canada.

Another influential attraction for international students is the possibility of immigration. After studies, people with Canadian credentials and Canadian work experience may apply for permanent residency without leaving Canada. Completing your studies which may include a Bachelor’s program (4 years), Masters (2 years) or any technical diploma of 2 years, you can apply for permanent residency afterward by spending more than 6 months one can apply for Canadian citizenship.

• Besides all the quality and living standards you get while being a Canadian Citizen, there are also major benefits to your family. These benefits include the Canada Child benefit program in which the govt. pays $6,639 per year for children under 6 and $5,602 per year for children aged between 6 -17
• Free Health Care: When you become a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident you may apply for health insurance, in which you don’t have to pay for major health care
• Free education: Yes! It’s true, your children get free education till high school
• On certain Requirements of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR), immigrants are granted long term loans that are interest-free

• IELTS overall 6 bands, with no band less than 6 in each module listening reading writing and speaking
• The annual tuition fee will be submitted by a student
• 40 hours per fortnight work allow, which includes 20 onshore and 20 offshore hours
• No bank statement required
• A student can apply with family

Many international students after discovering the multicultural and rich environment of Canada also plan to live in the country. They tend to apply for the work permit and permanent residency. The foreign students also become eligible for Canadian immigration programs that include:

• Post-graduation work permits
• Provincial nominee programs
• PR status

When it comes to the cost of study in Canada, It is not free, but it is quite affordable as compared to the study cost in America, UK, and Australia. The tuition fee of the Universities and colleges is affordable.

The tuition expense can vary from CAD 10,000 per year to approximately CAD 20,000 annually for an undergraduate degree.

• Conditional offer letter/offer letter
• Acceptance letter from the university/Institute
• All educational documents attested by relevant authorities
• Two recent passport size photographs
• Proof of funds
• Tuition fees payment receipt
• Family registration certificate
• Police character certificate

A Canadian study permit doesn’t just grant you the right to attend university or college, it also grants the student, the right to work off-campus for up to 20 hours per week during regular academic sessions, and full-time during scheduled academic breaks. This opportunity is generally not afforded to students who decided to study in other countries, such as the United States. It allows the students to make some money to fund his/her ongoing studies and living costs, all the while giving the student connections in the local labour market. These professional networks could be the lead into landing a great job upon graduation. Under the Post-Graduation Work Permit, a student can obtain a work permit valid for up to three years, depending on the duration of his/her study program.

• No job offers required
• Work with any employer across Canada and change job when you want to
• Get that all-important Canadian work experience as you work towards obtaining permanent residence

Many international graduates use the PGWP as a stepping stone into a successful career in Canada, and towards Canadian permanent residence.