Each year, thousands of students from around the world come to British Columbia, Canada to study and to learn English. You can too!
to study in canada you must:
1. Apply
Decide where you want to study and then apply to the institution for admission. Once you are accepted, the institution will issue an acceptance letter.
You may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary to help with costs; check with the school.
2. Get a Study Permit
If you plan to study in Canada for more than six (6) months in a row, and if you are not a permanent resident, you will need a study permit from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
| Items you need to provide | |
|---|---|
| Proof of your acceptance from the school (such as an acceptance letter) | |
| Proof that you have enough money to live on while you are studying (such as a bank statement or proof of loan) | |
| A temporary resident visa (if required) |
3. Prepare
Upon arrival in Canada, you will need to show the following documents to the Canadian Border Services officer:
| Documents to show Canadian Border Services |
|---|
| Valid passport or travel document |
| Permit reference number (Letter of introduction from the visa office where your study permit was approved) |
| Valid temporary resident visa (if required) |
| Copy of the letter of acceptance from the post-secondary institution where you have been granted permission to study |
| Proof that you have enough money to support yourself during your stay in Canada |
| Letters of reference or any other documents recommended by the visa office where you applied |
Work While You Study
Did you know that international students can work while they study in British Columbia, Canada?
Contact Brillion if you would like to earn extra money while gaining Canadian work experience and we can help match you to an employer. The experience you gain while working in B.C. could improve your chances of becoming a Permanent Resident after you graduate.
