WORKING AND STUDYING IN CANADA

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  WORKING AND STUDYING IN CANADA

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Out of all the countries in the world, Canada has made itself one of the most popular stops for international students to work and study in Canada. One of the best options it has that attracts students is the ”working and studying”  option amongst other benefits. This article will give you guidelines on how to work while studying.

STEPS TO TAKE  WHILE TRYING TO WORK AND STUDY IN CANADA
  • COURSE OF CHOICE 

This first step is very crucial, you need to make sure of your course of choice is in demand. The course of choice will attract Canadian employers from different companies and organizations. Working and studying in Canada will be a lot easier if your course of choice is in demand in society.

If you are intelligent enough, and your course of choice is in demand, then you can easily apply for a scholarship program if necessary. This is why your course of study is essential.  In other words, be sure that you can perform excellently well in your course of study because this will lead to high grades and even a chance to secure a scholarship in Canada.

  • APPLYING IN A GOVERNMENT-RECOGNISED CANADIAN UNIVERSITY AND GETTING AN ACCEPTANCE LETTER 

Note that not all Canadian universities accept international student which is why applying to Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) are the best option. Applying to Designated Learning Institutions is a must after knowing the right course for you. Luckily there are so many Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) that you can apply through.

  • LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST (LPT)

There are so many LPT you can take but the most common English test is IELTS. Language Proficiency Test is taken to prove your fluency in either French or English Language. There are so many LPT available.

• C1

• IELTS

• TOEFL iBT

• CELPIP

While applying for your study permit you will be asked to present one of these tests.

  • OBTAINING A STUDY PERMIT APPLICATION

You learn how to obtain a study permit easily as it allows you to study and work in Canada. International students can work full-time during scheduled breaks like vacations, and also work per time (work up to 20hrs per week).

You can use your study permit to work while you study. Study permits make you eligible to work while you study in Canada even without a work permit but note that some rules are applied to this. If your study permit allows it then you can apply for Social Insurance Number (SIN) which is very important but if it doesn’t allow it, you could amend it for free under the following condition.

a)  You are an exchange or an inviting student.

b) The study program is less than six (6) months duration.

SOME BENEFITS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WORKING AND STUDYING IN CANADA

There are so many benefits you need to be aware of while considering working and studying in Canada.

  • You would be able to connect to more people asides from your fellow students.
  • you will get more funds and be able to manage and control your finance easily.
  • You would gain valuable work experience which will be useful after graduation or when searching for other big jobs.
GETTING A JOB IN CANADA AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT

Tips on how to find and secure a job in Canada as an international student;

  • You need to make a very presentable and well-written CV (Resume) and a cover letter.
  • You need to go out, walk around and search for jobs because there are good jobs out there.
  • You can also search for jobs through websites eg. Indeed, Monster, etc.
  • You also need to take advantage of social media.
COST OF STUDYING IN CANADA

It is very affordable to study in Canada compared to other countries such as Australia, the UK, and the USA. If you are looking for an affordable University in Canada you can check the cheapest universities in Canada on our website at Top 10 Cheapest Universities in Canada

FREE STUDY IN CANADA

There are so many scholarships available in Canada for undergraduates and graduate international students. The Canadian Government and other higher institutions offered this scholarship in Canada to help international students to gain free and quality education.

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