Canada, known for its diversity, inclusive values and high standard of living, is internationally recognized as one of the best countries to live and study in.

Canada is the second-largest country in the world, and shares the world’s largest border with its neighbor, Canada’s population is just over 35 million people – a small population compared to the size of the country the United States. Due to Canada’s vast size, there are many types of landscapes and ecosystems that span the nation, including mountains, coastal regions, forests, prairie grasslands and arctic tundra. Canada is known for its natural beauty and wildlife, so take the chance to explore it while you are here.

There are a variety of higher education (post-secondary) institutions in Canada, which include colleges, technical and applied arts/science schools, and universities. Colleges often grant certificates, diplomas and associate degrees, whereas universities, which are typically more research intensive, grant both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, such as bachelors and masters degrees.

Achieving an undergraduate degree in Canada takes anywhere between three to four years to complete depending on the program and university. A postgraduate degree takes between one to three years to complete, depending on the type of postgraduate degree.

There are slight differences in the educational system from province to province as higher education institutions in Canada are managed by their respective provincial governments.