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Canada’s education system encompasses both publicly-funded and private institutions, offering a range of options such as community colleges/technical institutes, career colleges, universities, and university colleges.
Tertiary qualifications in Canada vary, with certificate programs lasting one year, diploma programs spanning two years and advanced diploma programs extending to three years. Bachelor’s degrees typically require four years of study, while post-graduate diplomas/certificates and master’s degrees demand one to two years and two years of study, respectively.
To embark on your Canadian educational journey, the minimum academic requirement is a senior secondary education with a minimum of 50%, complemented by an IELTS score of at least 6.0 overall, with no band less than 5.5.
The academic year in Canada typically consists of two major intakes: September (Fall) and January (Winter), with select courses commencing in May (Summer Intake). The academic year comprises two to three semesters, each lasting four months.
Explore the Student Direct Stream (SDS), a unique initiative by the Government of Canada in collaboration with Canadian visa offices in India and the Associations of Canadian Community Colleges. This program streamlines the visa process for Indian students, ensuring quick visa processing (one to two weeks), minimal documentation, and a high success rate. With all major colleges and universities participating, most being government-funded, the SDS offers a high standard of education.
Requirements for the SDS include a minimum of 50% in the most recently completed educational qualification, a mandatory IELTS score of 6.0 overall (not less than 5.5), a Letter of Acceptance, tuition fee receipt, Guaranteed Investment Certificate, and medical examination valid for six months.
Stay on top of application deadlines with the Canadian consulate:
- September Intake: Submit by 01 August
- January Intake: Submit by 01 December
- May Intake: Submit by 01 April
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