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Study in Canada - Requirements, Universities, Cost

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Why study in Canada?

Canada is one of the most welcoming countries for international students and has one of the best education systems in the world. Its universities are well known for the quality of the degrees they offer, which are recognized worldwide and offer many career prospects.

Studying in Canada is a popular option as it allows students to work on their student visa without needing an additional permit. Also, after completing your studies, you can apply for an additional 3-year residence permit to start or continue working in Canada.

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Bachelor’s in Canada

Canada is an ideal destination for undergraduate students, who are usually younger, as it is a welcoming country with good infrastructure and security. The degrees offered at bachelor’s level are recognized worldwide and are highly valued in the labor market.

The cost of studying in Canada at the undergraduate level starts at $1,800 CAD/year and can go up to $20,000 CAD/year, depending on the institution and field. Along with housing and living expenses, the cost averages $14,000 CAD/year, but can reach as much as $32,000 CAD/year (these indicative prices also apply to the graduate level).

 


 

Master’s in Canada

Master’s degrees in Canada are an excellent investment for your career as they are renowned worldwide for the quality of the degrees they offer. Also, they offer you the opportunity to start working alongside your studies, but also to continue after finishing them, building a network of partnerships and gaining valuable experience in large companies.

The cost of Masters in Canada is approximately from $2,500 CAD/year and can reach $17,000 CAD/year. Salaries in Canada are quite high, so you will be able to cover some of your expenses if you work part-time or full-time. Also, you can extend your residence permit for 3 additional years and start your career there.

 


 

Requirements for studying in Canada

Requirements for studying in Canada include English language certificates, such as IELTS or TOEFL, copy of passport, copy of high school diploma for undergraduates and copy of degree for postgraduates and student visa for residence permit in the country.

Individual documents such as transcripts and personal statements may be requested in Canadian master’s programs, as in all master’s degree applications in the world.

IELTS

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The IELTS certification is one of the most popular for studying abroad, but also for work. The year of acquisition and the score are two equally important factors for your admission to universities abroad..

TOEFL

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The TOEFL test is an English language certification that is accepted in almost all English-speaking universities and together with IELTS are the two most popular certificates for studying abroad.

Student Visa

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The student visa is the most important document you must have if you want to study abroad. Some countries, however, do not require a student visa, such as European Union member countries if you are a European citizen.

Passport

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The passport is a necessary document that you must have for studying abroad. Although in most countries of the European Union only your national identity card is sufficient - if you are a European citizen - we recommend having a passport for easier movements and less paperwork.

Copy of your degree

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For master's studies abroad it is necessary to have a copy of your degree translated into English or the language required by each university. The required score varies from country to country, institution to institution or even school to school. Consult the specifications of the program of your interest to see the exact ratings.

Copy of high school diploma

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For bachelor's studies abroad it is necessary to have a high school diploma translated into English or the language required by each university. The required degree score varies from country to country, institution to institution or even school to school. Consult the specifications of the program you are interested in to be sure.

 


 

Scholarships to study in Canada

There are ways to reduce the cost of your studies by looking for a scholarship to study in Canada. You can first look at the institution you have been accepted to, as many of them give financial aid to students who meet certain criteria.

Then, you can find out about scholarships and study funding programs from the Canadian government on the country’s official websites. Finally, you can search for scholarships to study abroad in various organizations in Greece and, of course, apply for your studies through Brive, claiming one of its scholarships.

Brive Scholarships

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Brive Scholarships help you fund your dream by completing study abroad applications through our innovative platform. Apply with one click, claim one of the 3 scholarships and start your career with the most reliable ally!

Universities Scholarships

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Most universities internationally provide scholarships for studying abroad, covering either all or part of the tuition fees. You can claim your own scholarship, as long as you start your search early to get ahead.

Government Scholarships

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Most countries that have invested significant funds in the development and evolution of their education system to make it attractive to international students offer government scholarships to help young talent thrive academically at their universities. Are you one of them?

 


 

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FAQs

 

What are the best cities to study in Canada?

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The best cities to study in Canada, which come first in student preferences, are Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Ottawa and Quebec City.

What is the average cost of living in Canada for students?

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The average cost of living in Canada for students is between $600 - $800 CAD/month, excluding accommodation costs, which vary depending on the choices you make, such as whether you will look for a homestay, whether you will rent a room or a whole apartment etc..

In what languages are bachelor's and master's degrees offered in Canada?

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The languages in which bachelor's and master's degrees are offered in Canada are the two official languages of the country, English and French.

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