Universities offer a broad range of degrees from undergraduate to doctorate. While Colleges offer a broad range of UG, PG diplomas& applied degrees, which are more vocationally oriented, skill-based, specific and shorter in duration compared to a university degree. These diplomas may have a transfer agreement with universities for students to transfer up to 60 credits and gain entry into the 3rd year of a degree program. A University-College offers both diplomas and degrees.
A significant number of university graduates attend college upon completion of their degree in order to acquire vocational skills for employment.
NOTE: In Canada, Indian postgraduate studies are referred to as graduate studies (masters and doctoral) whereas; bachelor’s degrees or Indian graduation is referred to as undergraduate studies.read more…
Whats new
CIC Canada Operational Bulletin 194 – June 1, 2010 – Clarification on the eligibility of combined programs for the Post Graduation Work Permit Program and the last semester of study
On June 1, 2010, CIC announced a ‘Clarification on the eligibility of combined programs for the Post Graduation Work Permit Program and the last semester of study’. This has a bearing on the qualification as well as duration of the Work Permit. Please have a look at the link for all the details.
Revised program criteria – Key Points
Students holding a one‑year graduate degree or diploma from a provincially or territorially accredited post‑secondary educational/training institution in Canada after having obtained, within the prior two years, a diploma or degree from an accredited post‑secondary educational/training institution in Canada may qualify for a three‑year work permit. This exception also applies to students who have left Canada temporarily between programs of study.
Link - http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/resources/manuals/bulletins/2010/ob194.asp
Interview of Mr. Sujeet Peter, Director, CEC- India with M.Y.O.D
Education that inspires you to be the best you can be
Vikas Kumar talks to Director of the Canadian Education Centre, Sujeet Peter to get a ready Primer on. what students can expect from their investment in Canadian education.
What is the level of engagement of Indian students in Canada?
Indian students are actively involved in Canada, by way of their education as well as post study activities. Many of them stay back after their education to work and contribute to the Canadian economy. A large number subsequently become Permanent Residents and Contribute their share to the contry’s growth life long.
What is the Student Partnership Programme?
Student Partnership Programme (SPP) is an administrative framework designed and implemented in partnership between the Canadian Colleges (ACC). The SPP was launched in April 2009 as a pilot to improve student recruitment outcomes.
Which courses would you say are rated world-class in Canadian universities?
It would have to be engineering, technology and research, aviation, animation, hospitality and biotechnology.
What is the average cost of education in Canada?
The average cost per annum for undergraduate programmes in universities is about CAD$ 15,000 to 24,000 and in community colleges about CAD$ 12,000 per annum.
What are the areas where Canada scores over other countries such as UK, USA, New Zealand and Australia?
UN surveys have repeatedly commended Canada for having the best quality of life anywhere in the world. We have excellent health care. Canada’s education system ranks among the best in the world. It’s a safe and stable country hosting 175,000 international students annually and the possibilities of being able to work after studies is relatively high. High quality education, low tuition fee and competitive entry requirements also allow students to bring out the best in themselves.
What are the requirements for a student Visa?
The student needs a valid offer letter from a Canadian institution. In addition to that he or she should be able to show sufficient funds for the period of study. An education loan could also be shown as part of these. The student must also have the proper academic background and provide proof of language proficiency.
What are the options available if one wants to settle down in Canada?
One can apply Permanent Residence in Canada through several categories available for the same. Categories such as the Federal Skilled Worker category, Canadian Experience Class, Investor category etca all provide a route to permanent residence provided the required conditions are met.
from January 2011.
Mr. Peter has an extensive experience of more than a decade in the field of education, with wide ranging experience in teaching, administration and management of schools and vocational and technical institutes in various parts of India. 
