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S T U DY I N G A B ROA D
Canada’s systems of education
Canada’s college, polytechnics and university system
commences after high school. You can also choose to
complete some or all of your primary and secondary school
in Canada in either the public or private system. Both offer
quality global graduation standards to continue postsecondary studies, as well as exceptional student services.
Beyond high school, career choices are endless with
thousands of post-secondary options to suit every interest.
Canada represents a tremendous opportunity for students
to advance their career goals. An increasing number of
Malaysian students are making Canada their preferred
destination for post-secondary education, with almost 1,800
studying there in 2013.
Over 293,000 international students selected
Canada in 2013 for superior education, access
to global career opportunities and an exciting
cross-cultural experience. Choose from among
Canada’s top-ranked colleges, polytechnics and
universities for the highest quality education and
return home with a globally recognised degree.
Universities
Canada’s 125 public and private not-for-profit universities
offer high-quality education at relatively low costs. They offer
a vast choice of undergraduate and postgraduate programs,
as well as professional designations, certificate and diploma
courses, and short career-focused programmes in fields such
as engineering, business, accounting and actuarial science,
among many others. Canadian institutions are known
for their cutting-edge technology and research labs. They
also provide opportunities for cooperative education and
internships. Opportunities abound for international students
who can work during their study programmes.
Research Focus
Canada’s universities, colleges and polytechnics are engaged
in innovative research in the fields of health, nanotechnology,
biotechnology, high-performance computing, environmental
technologies, nutraceuticals and renewable fuels, among
other sectors. Research and development cross-funding
between the private sector and post-secondary education
institutions ranks highly, by international standards.
New economic research is also highlighting the important
role of universities, colleges and polytechnics as knowledge
hubs – connecting business, government and post-secondary
education institutions with commercial firms that help create
marketable applications for a wealth of Canadian-based
discoveries. If you’ve got ideas to change the world, we’ve
got the programmes to help you realise them!
Canada is a world leader in post-secondary
research, outpacing most G-7 countries on overall
investment in education, according to the OECD
Education at a Glance 2013.
The College System
Canadian programmes are taught by highly experienced
faculty members. Canada’s colleges and polytechnics are
leaders in applied higher education. Over 8,000 programmes
at 150 public institutions offer credentials that prepare
students for the job market. Colleges/ Polytechnic offer
a variety of recognised credentials including certificates,
diplomas, university transfer programmes, academic and
applied degrees, and postgraduate diplomas. Programmes are
available with varying lengths of study, from a few months to
four years. Practical programmes are designed with potential
employers that offer work placements. Some colleges have
transfer agreements with universities and represent an
alternate pathway to a top-ranking Canadian university.
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