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The basics

The basics

1 Choosing where to study

2 Choosing a subject

3 Applying to a University

4 Financing your studies

5 Getting your visa

6 Housing & accommodation

7 Once you arrive

8 Post-study life

Study in Canada

So you're interested in studying in Canada?

On this page you can find the articles we consider to be must-read about studying abroad here. But don't stop there! We suggest you also click ahead to each of the next steps to read further helpful articles - this way you'll be fully-prepared for every stage of your study abroad journey in Canada.

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Why study in Canada?

Officially one of the best places to live! Canada boasts some of the most picturesque landscapes in the world! No, it’s not just chilling snow like you may have heard –seasons do indeed exist, with some areas never seeing snow and where temperatures can climb above 30 degrees. Canada has several major, modern cities. But you should take the time to travel across the country to explore the various provinces too and really see the different geography Canada has

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City guide: Montreal, Québec (Canada)

An introduction to Montreal Montreal is located in Quebec on an island in the Saint Lawrence River. It is the 2 nd largest city in Canada and home to the largest French-speaking community in the world aside from France itself. French is the official first language of the city (specifically Quebec French which varies from the French spoken in France). However over half of Montreal’s population are bi-lingual which means they can speak both French and English.

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3 Fields to study in Canada

While you may have heard of the ‘American Dream’, increasingly more international students are choosing to study in Canada as an alternative to their neighbours south of the border (and often a cheaper alternative too). But what should you study? What fields are Canadian institutions strong in which push them just above their American counterparts, as well as other popular study destinations around the world? Find out below... Animation

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Applying to study in Canada

How to apply to a Canadian university You should apply directly to the university you’re interested in. There is no central application system like the UK’s UCAS or America’s Common Application. Remember: Each province or territory in Canada is responsible for all education within that area. However you may find that there is a system which lets you apply to multiple universities within one province such as Ontario’s OUAC (Ontario

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The Canadian Higher Education System....simplified

Structure of higher education in Canada Higher education in Canada is relatively similar to what you’d find in America, though there are influences of the British system too. In Canada, each province and territory is responsible for education at all levels within it including universities i.e. there is no federal accreditation. This means that each province and territory regulates the standards of education and any issues which arise as

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City guide: Toronto (Canada)

An introduction to Toronto Toronto is located on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, Toronto is Canada’s largest city and the capital of the province of Ontario. Originally known as ‘York’ when founded by the British in the 18 th century, 6 million people reside in the greater Toronto area today. It’s no surprise that as the largest city in Canada – a country which was the first to develop a national policy for multiculturalism – Toronto has three different

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Tuition fees in Canada

While Canada boasts one of the strongest education systems in the world, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that cost of studying in Canada for international students is quite low here when compared to their North American cousins, the USA, as well as similarly-popular study destinations such as the UK, Australia and New Zealand. In fact in some cases you may find yourself paying half of what you would were you to study elsewhere.

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City guide: Vancouver, British Columbia (Canada)

An introduction to Vancouver Vancouver is a coastal seaport city located in the province of British Columbia in the west of Canada. It’s actually the most populated city in this area of the country and the 8 th in the entire of Canada. The city’s origins lie in the late 19 th century in the lumbering industry when Vancouver was originally just a settlement called ‘Granville’ (or ‘Gastown’ as it was also referred to, after a local proprietor

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Applying for a student visa in Canada

In order to study in Canada as an international student, you will need to apply for a ‘study permit’ - this is what they call a student visa. You must apply for a student permit online at the official Citizen and Immigration Canada. (CIC) website . While you can apply offline on paper, it will be quicker to do so online. Once you have been offered a place by an accredited Canadian education institution, you can apply

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Student accommodation in Canada

Note: £1 = US$1.49 = CAD$1.83 On-campus accommodation in Canada It’s common for most students to live in on-campus halls in their first year. On-campus housing is referred to as ‘residence’ or simply ‘rez’ for short. You will be prompted to arrange housing once you’ve been offered a place at a Canadian university. Usually you can arrange this online through the university website where you can browse the various options on offer

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5 Things to do in Canada

Catch a hockey game Ice hockey (or simply ‘hockey’ as it is referred to) is the national sport of Canada. Some of the biggest teams in the country include the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Edmonton Oilers and the Vancouver Canucks, all of whom play in the the National Hockey League (NHL). These games are widely televised and you can watch either at home (on TV or online) or at a bar with a crowd. However we recommend that you attend games live for the

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5 Places to visit in Canada

Niagara Falls The Niagara Falls are comprised of three waterfalls which sit on the Canadian-American border, split between Ontario and New York. The Horseshoe Falls, American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls attract over 30 million visitors each year who come to take in the awesome views of what were once the most powerful Numerous individuals have attempted to jump over the top of the waterfalls over the years, and several have even survived the

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