Study in Canada

Canada is known to offer high-quality education at affordable tuition fees with globally recognised degrees

Why is Canada popular with Indian students?

Hosting nearly half a million international students, Canada is known to offer high-quality education at affordable tuition fees with globally recognised degrees. Add to it, an excellent quality of life, immense post-study work and immigration opportunities – Canada stands out as a popular country to study in Canada among Indian students.

Intakes in Canada

Unlike a single intake in Indian universities, Canadian colleges and universities offer three intakes. In some universities, intakes may also be referred to as a semester. The three intakes available in Canada are:

Fall: A popular intake among Indian students, The Fall intake starts in the month of September 

Winter: Starts in January; it’s best if you miss the September intake 

Summer: Available for limited programs and colleges, the Summer intake usually starts around April and May

Student Visa Requirements for Canada

Step 1- Get Study Permit 

Students require a study permit. It is a mandatory immigration document for an international student. If you hold a study permit, you must remain enrolled and make reasonable and timely progress toward completing your course. 

Step 2- Get Visitor Visa or ETA 

Your study permit is always accompanied by a visitor visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). Please note that a study permit is a document that allows you to study in Canada while a visitor visa or ETA allows you to enter Canada. 

Step 3- Get Ready to Study in Canada 

Your expert at Spark Education and Migration Consultancy will help you access the latest information.

Top Courses to Study in Canada

Here are the popular courses that you can choose for studying in Canada: 

  • Computer science 
  • Business 
  • Engineering 
  • Health sciences
  •  Physiotherapy
  •  Information technology 
  • Animation and gaming 
  • Hospitality



Top universities to study in Canada

When deciding which university to study at, it is crucial that you also look at the world university rankings. 

S.No.

Institution

QS Ranking 2023 (Globally)

QS Ranking 2022 (Globally)

1

University of Toronto

34

26

2

McGill University

31

=27

3

University of British Columbia

47

46

4

University of Montreal

116

111

5

University of Alberta

110

126

6

McMaster University

152

140

7

University of Waterloo

154

=149

8

Western University

172

170

9

University of Ottawa

237

230

10

University of Calgary

242

235

Scholarships to study in Canada

Here are some popular government-funded scholarships available for Indian students to study in Canada:

S. No.

Name of the scholarship

Description

1

Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute

Offers various fellowships at different levels from graduate to post-doctorate and from research to training fellowships

2

Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan

This scheme identifies students with high intellect from Commonwealth countries applying to programs of advanced study and research at the Master’s and Ph.D. level  

3

Ontario Graduate Scholarship Program

This scholarship is for graduate students in a wide variety of disciplines.

4

National Research Council of Canada (NRCC)

Research associateship is offered to master’s degree holders in engineering and Ph.D. holders in natural science or engineering disciplines

5

Quebec Provincial Government Scholarship

This scholarship is for students studying in Quebec.

6

Ontario Trillium Scholarship

First announced in November 2010 for doctoral students from around the world to study in Ontario

7

Partnership Grants by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada

This scholarship is for Ph.D. candidates.

8

Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships

This is offered by the Canadian government to international students to pursue postgraduate programs within natural science, social sciences, or healthcare research.

9

Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships

This scholarship is awarded by the Government of Canada to meritorious students who aspire to pursue a doctoral degree at a Canadian institution



Study with Canada in 5 steps

Choose your Study Area

Choose your Course

Plan your Budget

Prepare Visa Application

Get ready to Study