Canada Vs Australia which is better for study?

Surya Rathee
[Published 13 Jun, 2022 | 12:33 PM]
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For an international student, deciding between two nations is difficult as there are tough calls between so many factors like course offerings, tuition fees, cost of living, future prospects, etc. This necessitates making a difficult decision on which university to attend in the chosen country. Australia and Canada are two of the top English-speaking countries in the world, attracting more than half of all international students each year. The Canada's University of Toronto is ranked #1 nationally and #26 globally, whereas Australia's Australian National University is ranked #1 domestically and #27 globally. Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Canberra, and other Australian cities are among the best. Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, and other Canadian cities are among the best places to study. 

In this blog, we shall explore which country can best suit your profile based on a couple of factors.

Differences in Canada Vs. Australia Immigration 2022

Canada

1. Admission requirement

In order to be admitted to a Canadian university, you must have completed 12 years of schooling to enrol in undergraduate (UG) courses. To be considered for admission, you must take the SAT exam. Degree programmes last four years, while diploma programmes last two to three years.

Entrance to vocational courses is easier in postgraduate (PG) programmes since the admission criteria are more flexible. To be admitted to management programmes, you must take the GMAT exam, and to be admitted to engineering programmes, you must take the GRE exam. Regardless of your degree, you will be required to take language exams such as the IELTS. Although certain universities may not demand a language test for Indian students, it is nevertheless recommended that you take the TOEFL or IELTS because they are required for obtaining a visa. If the visa interviewer is unsure about your speaking abilities, the visa may be denied.

2. Acquiring Student Visa

To acquire a Canadian student visa, within 90 days of completing your education, you must apply for a post-graduation employment visa. For Indian visa applicants, a medical examination is required as part of the application procedure. In case a spouse is staying for a year or more, he or she can work full time. The application fee for this visa is $150.

You are not allowed to work more than 20 hours a week. The student may work up to 40 hours a week during holidays, breaks, and summer sessions.

3. Post-Graduate Work Visa

The Canadian Post-Graduation Work Visa allows students who have graduated from any post-secondary institution to work in Canada after graduation for up to three years, depending on the length of their education. The student can work in any sector or industry with this work authorization.

4. Climate conditions

The weather in Canada varies greatly depending on your location. Canada spans five time zones and runs from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean. Winter in Toronto is milder than in most other Canadian cities, yet it is still cold and snowy. Montreal's Winter weather is bitterly cold and snowy. Summers in the country are usually pleasant and cool and give a breather to citizens after a chilly winter.

Australia

1. Admission requirements

Almost all institutions in Australia require 12 years of pre-university education for UG degrees, making it easier for Indian students to secure direct admission to the course/degree of their choosing. After completing a three-year UG degree, you can apply for PG programs. In the case of engineering, a four-year undergraduate degree is required. GMAT is required for admission to PG degrees, however, GRE is rarely accepted for admission to PG courses at Australian universities.

In the case of management courses at some colleges, work experience may not be required. You must enroll in a graduate certificate or graduate diploma program if you have no prior employment experience. Although the university may waive the TOEFL or IELTS, they are required for admission.

2. Acquiring Student Visa

A student visa in Australia is not issued in the form of a sticker. The application fee for an Australian student visa is $620. Only if the student is pursuing a master's or doctoral degree does the spouse become dependent. Masters and Ph.D. students' spouses are allowed to work an unrestricted number of hours after completing their courses. During their studies in Australia, student visa holders are allowed to work up to 40 hours a fortnight.

3. Post-Graduate Work Visa

Graduates with a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an Australian university with an active study visa are eligible to apply for a post-study employment visa. Graduates with a diploma or other qualifications may be eligible to apply for an 18-month subclass 485 visa in Australia under the graduate employment stream.

4. Climate conditions

The country is located in the hemisphere's southernmost region. As a result, summer in Australia begins in December and winter in June. The tropics cover over a third of Australia, with typical temperatures in the mid-twenties Celsius. The southernmost parts of the country are in a temperate zone. Overall, the country has quite pleasant temperatures all year round.

The above factors are some of the key considering characteristics while choosing a country to pursue studies. While admission requirements for both Canada and Australia stand equal in the level of difficulty, acquiring a student visa in Canada is easier than in Australia. Both Canada and Australia give work opportunities to students to stay back in the country after completion of their studies. However, Australia is more liveable in terms of weather conditions than the harsh climate of Canada.

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