Canada is among many countries that people go to study abroad. Here at highbrow, we help students wishing to study in Canada, with their entry into the country, especially students from Pakistan. At Highbrow we provide end to end complete service to students aspiring to study in Canada. 

Scholarships in Canada

Students can study in Canada with scholarships,

if they fulfill merit criteria, few such scholarships are listed below.

1. Shastri Indo-Canadian institute Canadian commonwealth scholarship and fellowship plan
2. National research council of Canada (NRCC)
3. Ontario graduate scholarship program
4. Quebec provincial government scholarship
5. Partnership Grants by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada
6. Ontario trillium scholarship

Cost of study in Canada

Study in Canada cost may vary with the study program that students choose. 

1. Undergraduate program; $13,000 to $20,000/year
2. Doctoral degree: $7,000 to $15,000/year
3. MBA: $30,000 to $40,000/year
4. Postgraduate master’s degree: $17,000 to $25,000/year

Cost of living in Canada

For provinces like Montreal, Quebec, and Ottawa, the average living cost is between 800-1,500 CAD/month. Others such as Calgary and Vancouver can be as expensive as 2,000 CAD/month.

1. Housing options and costs
2. Homestays, University-arranged: 400-800 CAD/month
3. Student residencies: 250-625 CAD/month
4. Rent and share apartment: 300-700 CAD/month, prices vary on facilities and location. 

1. Basic utilities (heating, water, electricity, and garbage): 150 CAD/month
2. Internet: 50-70 CAD/month
3. Food costs: around 300 CAD/month for groceries and supermarkets.
4. For a transport pass, students will pay 90 CAD/month, and a one-way ticket is for 3 CAD.
5. Taxis can be used all over Canada, and the fares lie between 2 to 6 CAD/km. 

Canadian Visa and Immigration for Pakistan

Different visas are being offered for study in Canada for international students. Immigrants wishing to come can use the following immigration options.

1. Study immigration: For studying in Canada
2. Visitor visa: visa for work or study
3. Study permit: for students who wish to study in Canada for more than 6 months
4. Work immigration: this is for people who want to work in Canada
5. Post-graduate work permit (PGWP): for students who have graduated from a minimum 1-year academic program
6. Express entry: Online government system for potential immigrants to get permanent status in the country
7. Business immigration: For those who want to set businesses in Canada

Job/work opportunities for students in Canada 

As a student, part-time jobs are available on and off the campus. Students can work for up to 20 hours during university and in breaks. After the master’s degree completion, students may apply for a post-graduate work permit program within 90 days after graduation. With this, they can work for an equal period as the length of the program, and a maximum of 3 years. 

Visa and admission requirements

For admission into a Canadian university, you need to meet the visa requirements, applicants should have completed the Canadian equivalent of grade 12, and meet the English language requirements. Students must prove their English proficiency through either ILETS or TOEFL. Students who wish to study in Canada without IELTS must show their proficiency through other tests like TOEFL and PTE.

Levels of education 

The Canadian system of education offers three levels of educations that students can pursue. 

1. Bachelors
2. Master’s
3. Doctorates degrees

Most popular courses in Canada for international students

1. MBA
2. Business and finance
3. Media and journalism
4. Psychology and human resources
5. Computer science and IT

Student life in Canada 

For a student, Canada is a great place to thrive and grow. The classrooms are multicultural and diverse, and students experience a range of cultures.

The instructors are supportive, and students experience a safe environment. Students conduct actual research and are guided by their teachers along the way.