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Canada Is a Wonderful Place to Live and Study!

Canada is safe, exciting and filled with adventures and endless opportunities. Canadians are modern, welcoming and open minded people.

Canada is one of the most attractive places for secure and high-quality education, with over 400,000 international students from various countries. This number continues to rise year after year, owing primarily to the strong educational and employment prospects. Apart from these, there are several additional compelling reasons for international students to choose Canada. Yes, from its beautiful cities and regions to its world-class universities, Canada shines out in every important way. Do you have any idea? Nigerian immigration to Canada has already tripled, making them the country's fourth most populous group. If you are from Nigeria and want to study in Canada, you have come to the right place.

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Education Counselling

Wondering which college or course will suit you best?

Don't worry; our advisers are the best at providing guidance and counselling for studying abroad.

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Application Process

We understand that applying to a foreign university can be time-consuming and nerve-racking, and that is where we shine!

GCL Consulting has you covered, as we can assist you in acing your overseas university admission process with ease!

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Scholarship Guidance

Is it difficult to obtain scholarships to study abroad?

Not any longer! We can assist you in finding the perfect one among many for the course of your choosing, as well as providing adequate scholarship counseling to ensure that you acquire them and realize your dream!

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Visa Application

Are you concerned that your student visa application may be rejected?

You may rest easy!

Our study destination experts can put your mind at ease regarding the procedure and assist you at every step of the way to ensure your student visa application process runs well until you receive your visa!

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Student Accommodation

When deciding to study abroad, the accommodation makes all the difference. Unsure which will work best for you?

Consider it solved, since we have assisted thousands of students in finding good student housing that is affordable, and we can assist you as well!

What proficiency Exams do I need for admissions into Canada?

Nigerian students interested in attending Canadian universities must have WAEC or NECO results.

This is assessed on a case by case basis but generally, No English language proficiency test is required as long as you have your required grades in your WAEC!

What Exams Do I Need to Study in Canada?

English proficiency is a crucial admission requirement that is tested via IELTS, an internationally owned and well-known direct evaluation exam. As a result, institutions in Canada require IELTS exam results from Nigerian applicants. IELTS scores ranging from 5.0 to 7.0 are considered acceptable. This is primarily determined by the courses and universities to which you intend to apply.

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is one of the most crucial criteria for admission to a Canadian institution. It assesses the abilities of persons who want to study or work in countries where English is the predominant communication language. The most prevalent university in Canada requires a TOEFL score of at least 580.

The majority of Canadian universities accept PTE credentials. It works well to support your acceptance letter from accredited Canadian study institutions. A PTE score between 50 and 63 is sufficient for a Nigerian student to enroll in a university.

Why Study in Canada?

With the right and sufficient papers, the entire immigration process is not tiresome. Yes, anyone from Nigeria can enter Canada through the Nigeria Student Express (NSE), a pilot program for Nigerian students who have been accepted into a Canadian post-secondary institution. Canada is well-known and respected for its welcoming immigration policies. The biggest benefit of using NSE is that it can reduce the time it takes to obtain a study permission from eight weeks to 20 days.

Who hasn't heard about this irresistible fact? Yes, the quality of education in Canada is the first thing that comes to people's minds. If you are a Nigerian looking to make a name for yourself through excellent educational standards, you should choose Canada. In general, you will have a globally recognized certificate and be qualified for work wherever in the world.

Students from all over the world want to study at Canadian universities, not just those from Nigeria. As a result, you will have the opportunity to live, engage, and share with individuals of many nations and religions. Canada is a multicultural country with English and French as official languages. When travelling to a new country, candidates may encounter linguistic barriers; Nigerian aspirants will not. Furthermore, when it comes to safety, Canada is the best study place to choose.

Some of the best study places impose substantial restrictions on being a student and working. A Nigerian student can work and study safely and without limits in Canada, a nation of opportunities with friendly labor policies. Furthermore, there is a large supply of job positions in a variety of industries.

Following their studies in Canada, Nigerian students have the opportunity to become permanent residents (PR). You can establish a comfortable living, business, and work in top firms with a favorable permanent resident legislation.

What is the best course to study in Canada?

In general, business management is seen as a versatile degree that can lead to work in a wide range of industries. Although various colleges throughout the world offer business diplomas, we are seeing an increase in the number of students studying in Canada. This is becoming popular in the thoughts of consumers as well as recruiters looking for business management graduates from reputable universities.

The best medical programs are recommended for aspirants who want to work in the healthcare and medical fields. In recent years, more Nigerian applicants have expressed a desire to pursue medical degrees in a variety of fields, including biotechnology, nursing and dentistry, pharmacy, biological science, and bioinformatics.

Are you interested in taking Engineering courses? You made the correct decision. Engineering is, indeed, the most sought-after course in Canada. The education is invaluable for a well-rounded engineer and opens up numerous prospects in a variety of industries. Petroleum engineering, mining, computer systems engineering, and other related degrees are among the top.

Canada is often regarded as one of the world's most illustrious legal systems. This indicates that if you choose law, you will be extensively and accurately educated and interested in any area of law. Several universities in Canada provide comprehensive law courses for international students such as criminal law, commercial law, tax law, and so on. There are numerous work opportunities available.

Following their studies in Canada, Nigerian students have the opportunity to become permanent residents (PR). You can establish a comfortable living, business, and work in top firms with a favorable permanent resident legislation.

Canada's Cost of Living for Students

Living costs in urban areas are a significant factor for everyone. This is especially true for international students who want to study in Canada. Many candidates prefer on-campus lodging for its safety, availability, and flexibility, but it is not the most cost-effective alternative. However, many affordable solutions are accessible in off-campus facilities, allowing for optimum savings. Living prices may differ from city to city depending on where the university is located, therefore it is best to make a decision based on the university to which you apply. Choose the places and universities based on your financial resources.

Categories

Monthly Cost (CAD)

Food & drinks

200 - 600

Local Transportation 

80 - 120

Books and Study Material

200 - 350

Movie ticket

12 - 14

Health Insurance cost

Varies

Miscellaneous

500 - 1000

How can I apply for a student visa to Canada?

In order to study in Canada, Nigerian candidates must obtain a study permit. Students can obtain this study permit once they land in Canada. Students must first get a temporary student visa, which the Canadian High Commission provides and which the Visa Application Center facilitates.

  • Candidates from Nigeria must be accepted by DLI, Designated Learning Institute.
  • Students must demonstrate that they have enough money to cover their living expenses and tuition.
  • Students must have a spotless history and have no criminal histories.
  • You must have a health examination and present a medical certificate attesting to your excellent health.
  1. Valid Passport: According to the Canadian High Commission, you must have a valid passport that covers your entire stay in Canada.
  2. Proof of Acceptance by DLI: A letter of acceptance from the Designated Learning Institution DLI is required. Specific DLI is recognized by the immigration department.
  3. Proof of funding: Candidates must provide proof of funds. According to existing criteria, you would be required to demonstrate that you had sufficient means to cover tuition and living expenses.

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