EngineeringBASc Applied Science (Engineering)
University of British Columbia
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Indicative tuition
- C$60,600 / year
Study in Canada
Affordable world-class degrees, a three-year work permit and clear routes to permanent residence.
- Indicative tuition
- C$20,000–C$40,000 per year
- Post-study work
- Up to 3 years (PGWP)
- Student route
- Study permit
About Canada
Canada combines internationally respected universities with tuition that is generally lower than in the US or UK, and a reputation for being one of the safest and most welcoming countries for international students.
Institutions such as the University of Toronto, UBC and McGill rank among the world's best, while a large network of universities and colleges across every province offers strong co-op and work-placement programmes that build real experience before you graduate.
Popular student cities
- Toronto
- Vancouver
- Montreal
- Ottawa
- Calgary
Canada student visa: key facts
The main student route to Canada is the Study permit. Here's what international students should know.
- Visa type
- Study permit, with a Provincial Attestation Letter and a letter of acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution
- Work during study
- Up to 24 hours per week off campus in term; full-time in scheduled breaks
- Post-study work
- Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), up to 3 years depending on course length
- English requirement
- IELTS / TOEFL / PTE as required by the institution
- Proof of funds
- Tuition plus a set annual living-cost amount, often via a GIC
Visa and immigration rules change regularly and depend on your nationality, course and circumstances. The above is a general guide for international students; your Tutopiya counsellor confirms the current requirements before you apply.
Why choose Canada?
Value for money
Globally ranked degrees at noticeably lower tuition than comparable US and UK options.
Three-year work permit
The PGWP lets eligible graduates work anywhere in Canada for up to three years.
Safe & inclusive
Consistently ranked among the safest, most welcoming countries for international students.
Co-op programmes
Paid work placements are built into many degrees, so you graduate with experience.
Courses in Canada
Programmes we place students into, with entry requirements, intakes and indicative fees.
Engineering
Social Sciences
Media, Film & ArtsBMS Media Studies
University of British Columbia
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Indicative tuition
- C$55,800 / year
Computer Science & ITBSc Computing Science
Simon Fraser University
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Indicative tuition
- C$33,000 / year
Life & Biomedical Sciences
Business & ManagementUniversities in Canada
McGill University
📍 Montreal, Canada
Canada's most international top-30 university, in bilingual, affordable Montreal.
Simon Fraser University
📍 Vancouver, Canada
A co-op-focused university with three campuses around Vancouver.
University of British Columbia
📍 Vancouver, Canada
A top-40 world university on Canada's Pacific coast, with co-op built into most degrees.
University of Toronto
📍 Toronto, Canada
Canada's leading research university, in its largest and most diverse city.
Scholarships for Canada
Browse all Canada scholarships- Full funding
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships
Fully funded: four years of tuition, books, incidental fees and full residence support
- Varies funding
McGill Entrance Scholarship Program
One-time awards from C$3,000, and renewable major entrance scholarships worth C$3,000 to C$12,000 a year
- Partial funding
Ontario Graduate Scholarship
C$5,000 per session — C$10,000 for two consecutive sessions or C$15,000 for three
- Partial funding
Queen's University International Admission Scholarships
Grade-based admission awards, renewable for up to three further years
- Partial funding
UBC International Major Entrance Scholarships
Up to C$20,000 per year, renewable for up to four years of study
- Varies funding
International Scholars Program
Need-and-merit awards, including the Karen McKellin International Leader of Tomorrow Award, covering tuition and living costs proportional to financial need, renewable for up to three further years
- Partial funding
University of Alberta International Admission Scholarship
Up to C$10,000 towards tuition, awarded automatically to admitted students with superior academic results
- Partial funding
International Entrance Scholarship
CAD 20,000, renewable in years two to four for students who maintain a strong GPA
- Partial funding
International Student Entrance Scholarships
Awards of typically CAD 10,000, with a wider set of entrance scholarships from CAD 1,000 upwards assessed automatically
- Full funding
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
C$50,000 per year for three years
- Partial funding
York University Global Leader of Tomorrow Award
Awards of up to C$20,000 a year, renewable across the degree where results are maintained
Counselling to enrolment
How we place you in Canada, free
Three simple steps, and it is free at every one of them.
- 1
Free counselling
A dedicated counsellor gets to know your grades, budget and goals, then maps out the strongest route into your chosen programme, completely free.
- 2
Application support
We prepare your application with you, personal statement, documents and references, and submit it to the university on the right timeline.
- 3
Placement & enrolment
From offer letter to enrolment and visa paperwork, we guide you through every step until you are confirmed and ready to start.
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Not set on Canada?
Compare visa routes, costs and post-study work rights across our other country guides — the same free placement support applies everywhere.
UK & Ireland
North America
Compare Canada side by side
Weighing Canada against another destination? These match-ups put tuition, visas and post-study work rights next to each other, with an honest verdict.
Studying in Canada: your questions, answered
What visa do I need to study in Canada?
The main student route is the Study permit. Visa type: Study permit, with a Provincial Attestation Letter and a letter of acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution. Work during study: Up to 24 hours per week off campus in term; full-time in scheduled breaks. Post-study work: Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), up to 3 years depending on course length. English requirement: IELTS / TOEFL / PTE as required by the institution. Proof of funds: Tuition plus a set annual living-cost amount, often via a GIC. Visa and immigration rules change regularly and depend on your nationality, course and circumstances, so your Tutopiya counsellor confirms the current requirements before you apply.
How much does it cost to study in Canada?
International tuition typically falls in the range of C$20,000–C$40,000 per year, and living costs vary by city. Tutopiya's counselling, application and enrolment support is free, so the only cost you take on is the university's own fees.
Is the university placement service really free?
Yes, our service is 100% free. Counselling, university matching, application support and guidance right up to your offer cost you nothing. There are no consultation fees and no agent fees, because we are funded by our university partners. The only cost you take on is the university’s own tuition or semester fees, which you pay directly to the university after you accept your offer.
What exactly do you help with?
Everything from start to finish: understanding your options, shortlisting the right programme, preparing your application and personal statement, submitting to the university, and guiding you through the offer, enrolment and visa paperwork, all with a dedicated counsellor.
Which universities can you place me into?
We place students into a range of UK and international universities, and we shortlist the best-fit options for your grades, budget and goals rather than pushing a single school. On some pages we run dedicated free placement drives for a specific partner university, and we are always adding more partners. Tell us your goals and your counsellor will map out your options.
Do I need my final results before I apply?
No. We work from predicted grades, so you can start the process well before results day and secure a conditional offer. Once your final grades are in, we help you confirm your place.
What qualifications do you accept?
We place students from IGCSE / O-Level, A-Levels (Cambridge and Edexcel), the IB Diploma, foundation and diploma programmes, and national curricula such as CBSE and ICSE. If your grades are not quite there for direct entry, we advise on an international foundation year.
How soon will someone contact me?
A Tutopiya counsellor contacts you within 24 hours of your enquiry to talk through your options and next steps.