Canada is a magical place with an adorable name “Maple Leaf Country”. In here, you can advance academically – enjoying both your studying and leisure time.
Four benefits of studying in Canada
- High-quality public education
Canada is observed as one of the countries which embraced a comprehensive and high standard education. The graduates from Canada are well recognized globally.
- A great place to live
Canada is recognized as one of the safest countries to live in the world. The learning and living environment is safe and comfortable. This country also has a well-established social system.
- Superb cost-benefit ratio
It will cost about 180,000-200,000 yuan a year for both the tuition fees and living expenses. The modest cost combined with the excellent education standard makes this the upmost country to choose for students to study abroad.
- Relax immigration policy
The Canadian government encourages international students to study, work, and stay in Canada. After you have studied in a Canadian higher education institution for more than two years, you can apply for a three-year work visa upon graduation; and then you can apply for Canadian experience immigration after working in Canada for a year.
In Canada, the academic is basically divided into four domains: liberal, science, technology, and business.
Canadian Liberal Arts
The traditional liberal arts majors are divided into philosophy, history, archaeology, and education. Some schools in Canada include some popular programs, such as economics, biology, and architecture, as well as some unpopular programs such as archaeology and environment. Studying liberal arts in Canada is the same as in China. You need to have a good memory and excellent comprehension skill. A sense of cultural literacy is also important. Studying in liberal arts could be easier than studying in a science program; however, the employment outlook is not as good as for those who study in business and science. Therefore, international students need to pick and choose the programs carefully. Recommended institutions: University of Toronto, McGill University, University of Alberta, Dalhousie University, and Simon Fraser University.
Canadian Science Major
The quantity and quality of any scientific achievements of one country determine its stage in the science domain. Science program includes mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological sciences, astronomy, atmospheric sciences, etc. The graduates from this program will be expected to engage in scientific research, teaching, technology development, and management positions of the related field. Although science and applied science are often linked together, science is actually different from applied science. Science students are required further extensive education and the courses are more academic and research-oriented. The undergraduate student usually furthers his/her study to obtain a master’s degree. The science students usually encounter more abstract study than their applied science counterpart. Students who chose to study in science needs to have the ability to endure loneliness and avoid temptation. Recommended institutions: University of Toronto, McGill University, University of Alberta UBC, University of Waterloo, and the University of Calgary.
Canadian Applied Science
Applied science is basically putting scientific knowledge to practical use. Typical study areas include civil engineering, highways, and bridges, machinery, water conservancy, electrical engineering, automobiles, electronics and information, thermal nuclear energy, materials and instrumentation, environmental engineering, chemical and pharmaceutical, aviation, etc. The study ranges from production to technical application, including design, manufacturing, technology development, and management. Applied science graduates are in demand in Canada, so does in China. They can find jobs as technicians, drafters and engineers. They also land jobs in health care as therapists and technicians. Students in applies science program require strong analytical and practical skills. They also need to know how to deal with stress. Recommended institutions: McGill, University of Waterloo, University of Toronto, McMaster University, University of Montreal, Concordia University, and Western University.
Canadian Business Major
The business study includes many different subjects, so does the directions for future employment. It includes business management, accounting, marketing, human resource management, finance, transportation and logistics, international business, information management, tourism and hotel management, etc. It is a well-known fact that business graduates earn more compare to others. However, the tuition fee for the business program is also the most expensive among all majors in Canada. Before entering the school of business, they must pass some basic courses in Arts and Sciences. The tuition fees for different majors in the freshman year are not much different. They are generally between 12,000 and 18,000 Canadian dollars. But they will increase to above 30,000, or as high as more than 40,000 Canadian dollars when entering the school of business starting the third year of university. The North American financial market is well developed. The graduates from business schools are able to land reputable jobs and earn decent salaries. A lot of Chinese students would like to enter business school, but it is not for everyone. If you have a positive personality, with a flexible mind, and boast good communication skills, then the business is a good choice for you. Recommended institutions: University of Toronto, McGill University, UBC, York University, Queen’s University, Victoria University, and Western University.
Introduction of recommended institutions:
McGill University
McGill University ranks number one in Canada and it is also one of the few top universities in the world. The school is located in Montreal, a cosmopolitan city, and is one of the schools with the highest ratio of international students in Canada. McGill has a very suitable environment for international students. Most importantly, its tuition fee is the lowest among other prestigious schools at the same level. Montreal is a very fashionable, interesting, and exciting city. Best of all, it combines English culture and French culture all in one place. The nightlife, shopping, and beautiful environment will excite you.
Except for McGill (McGill University), Concordia (University of Concordia) and UQAM (University of Montreal) are also situated in Montreal. Here, you can see young students everywhere. The cost of living in Montreal is slightly higher than in some small Ontario cities or towns, but it is a lot lower than in Toronto or Vancouver.
University of British Columbia
UBC ranks number three in Canada and it has a good reputation in the world. Vancouver is a foreign city that is well known to the Chinese people as well. More than 50% of the population in Richmond (an area in Vancouver) are newcomers to Canada. It is worth to note that tuition fee in UBC is much higher compare to the Canadian average. Vancouver is undoubtedly the most beautiful city in Canada. You can find many outdoor activities in between the mountains and the seas. With the mild climate, no wonder Vancouver is often designated as the “most livable city” in the world. That is the reason that the cost of living in Vancouver is high!
University of Toronto
The University of Toronto is a public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, located on the grounds that surround Queen’s Park. It was founded by royal charter in 1827 as King’s College, the first institution of higher learning in the colony of Upper Canada.