Study in CANADA from Bangladesh
Most students prefer to study in universities in Canada because it is the most popular and cost effective study destination for education in the world. It is not only among the top three countries in the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, but Canada is also ranked as the number one country in the world to live in.
Canada has one of the world’s best education systems, with outstanding programs in virtually all fields. At the undergraduate level, excellent programs exist in traditional disciplines, as well as in professional fields. While the quality of education is always high, universities have their own styles : large, bustling campuses or smaller, more intimate settings; a university education in English or French; metropolitan cities or small towns. You can choose to study at large universities offering a wide range of subjects at the undergraduate or graduate levels, or at small liberal arts universities with a focus on undergraduate education. Top universities and colleges in Canada are world-renowned for their high standards, safe campuses, and educational excellence. They are at the forefront of the information technology revolution and ensure that their students are equipped for the 21st century. Many U.S. companies actively recruit on Canadian campus.
Required Documents
The documents you need for your visa application depend on your personal situation and the course you are planning to study and nature of employment of your sponsor. However, in general you need the following documents:
- A valid LOA (Letter of Acceptance) from a Canadian educational institutionConfirmation of any scholarship, grant, teaching or research assistantship including name of the providing institution or organization, amount per semester or year and duration.
- Confirmation of any scholarship, grant, teaching or research assistantship including name of the providing institution or organization, amount per semester or year and duration.
- All educational documents, including marks sheets
- Proof of funds sufficient to cover your tuition and living expenses for your first year of study in Canada.
- Evidence of your English skills
- Study Plan
- Proof of employment for yourself, if applicable
- If you will be attending an educational institution in the province of Quebec you must provide a CAQ (certificat d acceptation du Quebec) from the Government of Quebec.
- Police Clearance Certificate, Birth certificate and Marriage Certificare (if applicable)
- Other related documents
For a detailed visa application checklist, please consult with one of our counsellor.
Application Procedures
Intakes
International students are expected to start planning for their studies in Canada one year in advance. The major intake for Canada primarily is 'Fall' i.e September. The other intake is in the month of 'Winter' i.e. January, but it depends on the program and the institution. Very few institutes have May intake as well.
English Language Requirements
All students must be fluent in English if they are applying to Canadian Institutes. International students need to have required level of English language competence. All students should take up the IELTS or TOEFL(ibt) exams. An IELTS band of 6.5 for Undergraduate & 6.5/7 for Postgraduate courses or a TOEFL score of 80 and above for Undergraduate and 90 and above for Post Graduate courses is desirable. For Diploma and Advanced Diploma 6.0 in IELTS or equivalent other test score is required.
Academic Requirement (Diploma - Advnaced Diploma)
- GPA 3.0 to 5.0 in HSC / Min 4-5C in O Level with C in Math
- Few Colleges accept GED and few require 10th Grade results with GED
Undergraduate – Bachelors
- GPA 3.5 to 5.0 in HSC / Min 2C in A Level to 3A* in A Level
- Few Universities require Math course in 12th Grade for Business and Science programs
Postgraduate – Masters
- CGPA 3.0+
- GRE or GMAT is not required for Science and Engineering programs
- For MBA programs at some Universities students need to have work experience along with GMAT Score
Visa Procedure and Fees
There are two ways to apply for an Study Permit Visa.
- Apply Online through CIC website
- On Paper by submitting it to VFS Canada
We strongly recommend you to apply On Paper. The current Visa fee for study permit including Biometric and VFS service charge is CAD $235.