Sharing experience of studying abroad in Canada

Vietnam is one of the fastest increasing countries in the number of people coming to Canada to study. Therefore, the information and experiences of studying abroad in Canada are important to many Vietnamese students, especially those who are intending to come to this country to study.

Sharing the experience of studying abroad in Canada
Certainly, studying and living in a new environment is not easy, especially when coming to Canada - a country very far from us. In a different culture, education is different. The experiences of studying abroad in Canada that Balboa shared below will help you.
Choose School

Canada has many high schools, colleges, and universities… for you to choose from. Most high schools, colleges, and universities in Canada are funded. All are federally accredited and quality guaranteed. This means no matter which school you choose. Choose any major, in any Canadian province, and you will receive the highest quality education. For you to absorb the most useful knowledge and quickly get a job after graduation.
However, an important experience related to school selection is ability-based. As well as your financial ability. Because in the same university system, each school and major has different entry requirements. All you need to do is choose the school with the entry requirements that best suit you.
Sometimes you need to take a hard look at tuition fees and the associated costs of studying because Canada is famous for its attractive cost of education. However, the total cost of studying abroad in this country is still beyond the ability of many Vietnamese students.

Experience in choosing a school when studying abroad
So you can choose a school with lower tuition fees – This is also the way many international students apply. Because Canada invests a lot in education, tuition fees in this country are relatively low. However, you can still choose schools with lower tuition fees but still ensure quality education such as:

• Brandon University – undergraduate tuition is 6,471 CAD/year
• Memorial University of Newfoundland – undergraduate tuition is 8,800 CAD/year
• The University of Athabasca – undergraduate tuition is 9,520 CAD/year
• The University of Lethbridge – undergraduate tuition is 10,370 CAD/year
• Saint Paul University – undergraduate tuition is 10,941 CAD/year
• York University – undergraduate tuition is 15,150 CAD/year
• Trent University – undergraduate tuition is 16,879 CAD/year

Canada has many high schools, colleges, and universities …
Apply for a student visa
Visa is an indispensable element to study in Canada. Canada values ​​your visa application very highly based on your visa application. That is why careful preparation is indispensable. What would be the experience for this problem? We should choose the consulting service to apply for a Canadian visa to study abroad. These companies will help you prepare everything for the visa application.
You should also learn about visa application requirements. See what paperwork it includes to start preparing. Because if you choose a consulting company, you still have to prepare documents. The only difference is that they will guide you and censor to help your visa application get the best quality
Cost of studying abroad
If we have determined to study abroad, we certainly know that it is quite expensive. Therefore, saving is a necessary and advisable thing for every international student. When compared to many other developed countries in terms of cost to study abroad. You will find that the cost of studying in Canada is also much lower. Only about 600 million VND for a school year. Therefore, it can be said that this cost is more reasonable for international students. The costs for studying abroad also have many types, including study costs, living costs, application costs, etc.
To balance the cost of studying abroad, the choice of program and study location has a great impact. The cost is different for each program and area. Therefore, we cannot compare if international students have different choices. To save costs, choosing a cheap place to study with quality will be the first choice.
If we have determined to study abroad, we certainly know that it is quite expensive. Therefore, saving is a necessary and advisable thing for every international student. When compared to many other developed countries in terms of cost to study abroad. You will find that the cost of studying in Canada is also much lower. Only about 600 million VND for a school year. Therefore, it can be said that this cost is more reasonable for international students. The costs for studying abroad also have many types, including study costs, living costs, application costs, etc.
To balance the cost of studying abroad, the choice of program and study location has a great impact. The cost is different for each program and area. Therefore, we cannot compare if international students have different choices. And to save costs, choosing a cheap place to study with quality will be the first choice.

Choose a city with a low cost of living

 
Those who want to study abroad cheaply should not choose expensive cities like Toronto
This is the option chosen by many students. Because according to the recommendation, the cost of living for a year of study in Canada is from 10,000 to 11,000 CAD. However, this cost of living can be much higher in large, densely populated cities that attract many international students. For example Toronto or Vancouver. But it can also be much lower in less crowded cities. Fewer international students. Eg:

• Calgary of Alberta
• Winnipeg of Manitoba
• St. Ontario's Catharines
• Abbotsford of British Columbia
• Sherbrooke of Quebec…

Furthermore, schools in areas with a lower cost of living are not necessarily inferior. Because the quality of education in Canada is not only good but also quite uniform.
Prepare to study abroad

• Clothing and footwear: Canada is a country with very cold winters, snowfall in winter, and very short summers. Therefore, you need to prepare warm clothes, scarves, and gloves, ... before coming to Vietnam. Canada study abroad. According to the experience of many people, buying warm clothes in Vietnam will be more economical than in Canada. See more Canadian climate here
• Food and medicine: When you come to Canada you can prepare some canned food to "save hunger" in case you are not used to the taste here. However, it is necessary to carefully review the regulations on foods that are allowed to bring in and the permit when entering the country to avoid being detained. Not only that, you should prepare some necessary medicine such as medicine for fever, stomachache, cold medicine, etc. Because the cost of medical examination and treatment here is very high.
• Electronic items: You can bring laptops, music players, headphones, etc. You need to prepare a flat socket because the power outlet in Canada is different from that in Vietnam. Avoid bringing DVDs, VCDs, etc. because these are prohibited things to bring on the plane
• Money: Before boarding the plane, exchange money for Canadian dollars or US dollars.

Housing choice
When studying in Canada, you will have 3 places to choose from:

• Dormitory: Most universities have dormitories. Here is good security, convenient for moving. However, the room price is quite expensive
• Homestay: A form of living with a local if you want to easily integrate into life in Canada. The cost here is extremely reasonable, depending on the location of the house.
• Renting a house: This is an option for those who want to live freely. You can find a roommate to share housing costs.

Experience applying for scholarships to study in Canada
If you just want to save money and improve your life, a scholarship is not a bad suggestion. To receive a scholarship means that you must have a good academic record. This academic achievement will receive a decent amount of money to pay for tuition and living expenses.
 
Try to hunt for a scholarship to study in Canada to save money
Many universities in Canada offer scholarship programs for international students. Therefore, there is no reason why we should not try to win a scholarship right away. However, international students also need to work hard and have a plan to achieve a Canadian scholarship. And remember to regularly update information about the latest scholarships to avoid missing your chance. You may be interested in some attractive scholarships for international students such as:

• Humber College International Admission Scholarship
• International Enrollment Scholarships (IMES) for Students
• Scholarship to study in Canada at Carleton University
• Ontario Trillium Scholarship (OTS)
• Trudeau Foundation Scholarship
• FA Davis Nursing Scholarship
• Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS)
• Nelson Mandela Award (University of Toronto)….

Experience choosing a major to study in Canada
You probably also know that choosing the right major is very important to our learning. However, there is also the fact that many of you have difficulty choosing a major. With sharing from the industry selection experience of those who went before. ANB hopes that you will have the most suitable major for you. What factors should you consider when choosing a study abroad program in Canada?
Choose the industry according to personal interests
Many survey sources show that we often do better at what we like. When you choose the industry you want, you will be more interested. Study hard and accumulate more knowledge. We can also limit the depression brought by many factors. For example, the pressure of a new environment, difficulties in the learning process, etc.
Choose a major with good job opportunities according to the Canadian experience
Don't forget to consider job opportunities for that major after we graduate. Because of this, it will be possible to limit the risk of unemployment in the future. You will also easily find a good job after graduation. Currently, many professions are in great demand for human resources. Accordingly, we should also focus on those disciplines to create more opportunities for ourselves.
Experience studying in Canada while studying and working
The financial ability of Vietnamese parents often cannot afford the full tuition and living expenses of their children to study in Canada. Therefore, studying in Canada while studying and working is the choice of many young people. Before preparing to travel to Canada, you should learn about the experiences below.
Is it possible to study and work at the same time?
It is possible to study abroad in Canada while studying and working because the Canadian government allows students to work up to 20 hours a week. Therefore, in Canada, you have the opportunity to work officially, have a contract, decent insurance, and be protected by law.

What work to do?

Study abroad in Canada while studying and working
There are many different jobs in Canada for international students as well as local students. Depending on the purpose of your work, you choose for yourself an academic job (for example, doing experiments for professors, ...); or non-academic or online jobs (e.g. managing social networks). Most Vietnamese students in Canada work in supermarkets such as Walmart, and Sobeys, serving at restaurants, car washes, employees of fast food restaurants Burger King, McDonald, KFC, Subway, etc. potatoes, bartenders, …
Is the salary high?
Salary depends on the job you choose. Normally, academic work will be uneven and fixed salary like working in supermarkets or fast food restaurants, but you get back knowledge and experience. The average salary for all jobs is around CA $10 to CA $15 an hour.
How to find a job?
You can find a job while studying in Canada while studying and working on recruitment websites, social networks, or through acquaintances and friends. You should choose reputable jobs, accepting to sign labor contracts to receive legal protection.
Is it difficult to get a job?
If your language is good enough, you can go to work for a Western employer. If not good enough, you can practice more and go to work with the Vietnamese owner. In general, to apply for a job in Canada, you should prepare the following 3 factors:

• A CV: should clearly state your previous work experience as well as your abilities.
• Interview skills: prepare common interview questions, as well as the spirit to ask and answer unexpected situations.
• Social relationships: you should make many friends, participate in volunteer work, and create many relationships to have the best job opportunities.

Tips for studying in Canada while studying and working
One experience to note is that you have to balance your study and work time. Although a college education is easier than a high school education, if you are too lazy to study and only focus on making money, the tuition fee can be many times more than what you earn. Also, if you study abroad on a scholarship, you must make sure your score is enough to keep the scholarship.
Another piece of advice for those who are intending to work part-time in Canada is not to do it underground. If you go to work underground, you will not be protected by the law, easily be bullied, and receive a salary that is not in line with your labor.
Studying in Canada while studying and working will be quite difficult, so you need to prepare well physically and mentally from now on. However, those will be valuable experiences and experiences for you.
Life experience when studying in Canada
To study in Canada, not all of your time is spent studying. We also need time to relax and make new relationships. You should actively seek out new friends. This will be a way for us to be less homesick, to be able to support each other in study and difficulties in life. And also these relationships are a certain connection for our work in the future.
The cost of living is also an issue many international students care about. It can be seen that the cost difference compared to ours in Vietnam is very large. However, the cost in Canada is already lower than in many other countries. Central areas of Canada such as Quebec, British Columbia, etc. will have a higher cost of living.
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Above are the experiences abroad of studying in Canada, to know more information about studying in Canada and what you need to prepare for, you can also contact Balboa Study Abroad directly for support.