Education System in Canada for Bangladeshi Students

Canada is home to some of the top universities and provides world-class education facilities. These offer various degrees and programs in many fields and disciplines. Other than this, they teach almost all programs in Canada in English, which most of the students in the world understand. These factors attract many national and international students to study in Canada every year. But before taking a final decision, it is essential to understand the education system in Canada. 

So, in this blog, we will explain the education system in Canada and many other factors.

How Does Canada's Education System Work?

The education system in Canada is the same for national and international students. One needs to school kids until the age of 16 years. They divided the education system into four levels: pre-elementary, primary, secondary and post-secondary levels.

All the college and university courses lie under the post-secondary level. This level is further divided into seven levels, namely:

• Certificate level–This includes all the certificate courses and lasts for a year.
• Diploma level–This includes all the diploma courses and lasts for one or two years.
• The advanced diploma includes courses based on a specific area of study that lasts for two or three years.
• Bachelor's degrees include all bachelor's degrees like B.Sc., B.Tech, etc. It has four years of full-time study.
• Postgraduate diplomas/certificates include all the PG diplomas and certificate courses that last for one or two years.
• Master's degrees are available after a bachelor's degree to excel in certain subjects. These last for one to two years.
• Doctorate or PhD: This is the ultimate course specializing in a subject and lasts for four to seven years.

What are the Academic Intakes in Canada for International Students?

Academic intakes for international students in Canada occur in three sessions–Fall, Winter, and Summer Intake. These intakes are called semesters in Canada.

• Fall intake, the primary intake in Canada, starts in September.
• Winter Intake, better known as the secondary intake, starts in January. This means that most universities offer all their courses in Fall Intake as it is the primary intake, while Winter Intake is for the students who missed their chance in Fall. Many universities also offer fresh courses in Canada in January/Winter Intake.
• Summer Intake is the last intake and starts in May. It offers the least number of courses and is quite unpopular. 

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Academic Year & Teaching Style in Canada

• The majority of colleges and universities in Canada have an academic year that starts in early September and ends in April or May. This is called the winter session and has two terms. Term 1 lasts from September to December, and Term 2 lasts from January to April.
• Some institutes also offer summer sessions that take place in May and August. There are also select schools in Canada that provide schooling year-round.
• As for the Teaching style, Canadian universities provide world-class education and include research and high-quality teaching. Their primary goal is to provide opportunities to students for improved learning, career, and life.
• Thus, teaching is a mix of lectures and tutorials. Professors usually teach lectures to a group of 30–200 students. While they teach tutorials in labs and contain in-depth study and discussion of topics. 

How About the Higher Education System in Canada?

As discussed earlier, the higher education system in Canada (post-secondary level) includes seven levels. Given below are all the levels along with their details:

Education Costs in Canada for Bangladeshi Students

In Canada, the average cost of education lasts from CAD 7000–to CAD 35000 a year, depending on the respective course and degree. However, the education cost for popular courses like MBA can cost up to CAD 65,000 per year.

Given below is a list of all the programs, along with the average fee for each:

Financial Aid at Canadian Education Support

Students can find several financial aids for education in Canada. Scholarships are the most significant education support of all. They usually provide these to students in need. A student can apply for these if they fulfil the eligibility criteria.

Some essential details about scholarships are:

• One must have a decent scholarly score to apply.
• One should start a scholarship 8-12 months before the course
• The money granted differs according to the course and scores

Given below are some scholarships in Canada that students can apply for, along with the amount they grant:

Types of Higher Education Institutions

There are many types of institutes in Canada for higher studies. Given below is a list of all of them with details about them:

• Universities– Students can find all courses in these institutes. These offer PG and UG degrees, diplomas, certificates, and doctorate and professional degrees.
• University College - These offer specific programs like university transfer courses and diplomas.
• Technical and career college– These colleges provide technical education to students. Students can find many diploma and certificate courses here.
• Community college – Like universities, community colleges also provide several courses and degrees. These are certificates, diplomas, UG degrees, PG degrees, and associate degrees.
• Cooperative education – These courses are industry-specific and help students gain experience and knowledge to work in the industry. They provide both classroom teaching and practical assignments. This allows students to learn in a structured and fulfilled way. These are also great for international students as they also cover work experience.

Alternative Education in Canada

There is many alternative educations that students can pursue. Given below are details about each of these:

• Vocational Schools: These institutes provide education about certain professions or trades. One can find them anywhere in Canada, and one only needs a high school diploma to get enrolled. These are great, as they provide students with valuable real-life experiences under highly skilled and qualified professionals.
• Private Schools: These institutes are not government-funded and may have a higher fee structure. Parents might prefer these schools over universities, providing specialized attention to students.
• Religious Schools: These schools provide regular education along with spiritual lessons. They are primarily private and thus expensive.

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How Does Canadian Overseas Healthcare Insurance help International Students?

Canada has health insurance for both national and international students. Students can get these at an affordable price. Most of these are private plans that students need to buy. They provide various benefits, like

• COVID-19 coverage inside and outside Canada.
• Excellent customer service
• Medical providers over 130 countries worldwide
• Provide a range of deductibility and rates
• Include sports coverage
• Have various payment options that students can choose from
• Some of these also have online portals where students can log in.
• They provide unique plans (select, budget, smart, and elite schedule) that students can choose from according to their budget.

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Job Opportunities in Canada for Bangladeshi Students

Students can get various job opportunities after graduation in Canada. This is mainly because of its fast-growing economy and the flourishing job market. Students can get a chance to work with some of the top countries in the world. But, students need to get a work permit to work in Canada after graduation.

Given below are job opportunities for different course graduates and their salaries:

Post-Study Work Opportunities in Canada

Students can get fantastic work opportunities post-graduation in Canada. However, a student must have a work permit to pursue these. The Canadian student visa allows students to stay back and work in Canada for 90 days after graduation. Students can also extend this period by applying for jobs.

There are three types of work permits in Canada, namely:

• Post-graduation Work Permit: Students from designated learning institutes can apply for a PGWP within 180 days of getting results. It takes up to 85 days to process, and its validity depends on the student's course.
• Open Work Permit: This is an open permit, so anyone can apply for it. It allows a student to stay back and work in Canada for an employer.
• Employer-Specific Work Permit: This permit is for people with an offer letter. It only requires an offer letter provided by the company.

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