Canada stands out for quality education, a safe and multicultural environment, and work and immigration opportunities after graduation.
Why Canada?
- High quality of life and safety
- Internationally recognised universities and colleges
- Post-graduation work permit (PGWP)
- The option to study in English or French
Education system and levels
- Universities: bachelor’s 4 years, master’s 1–2 years
- Colleges: 1–3-year diploma and certificate programmes, practice-oriented
- Education is managed by the provinces
Tuition and living costs
- Tuition fees: approximately CAD 20,000–45,000 per year
- Living costs: for the visa, in addition to tuition, you must show the annual living amount set by the government
Scholarships
- Universities’ entrance and excellence scholarships (e.g. the University of Toronto’s Lester B. Pearson Scholarship)
- Research and teaching assistantships for master’s and doctoral students
- Scholarship opportunities in Canada are more limited than in the USA
Admission requirements and documents
- Diploma and transcript (translation)
- IELTS (usually 6.5) or TOEFL
- Motivation letter, CV, reference letters
- Proof of funds
Student visa: step by step
- Get an acceptance letter from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
- Most applicants need a provincial attestation letter (PAL/TAL); there are exemptions for master’s and PhD — check with IRCC.
- Proof of funds: tuition + travel + at least CAD 22,895 for living costs (outside Quebec).
- Apply online on the IRCC website.
- Within 30 days of the biometrics instruction letter, give fingerprints at VFS Global in Baku; take a medical exam if asked.
Fees
- Study permit: CAD 150
- Biometrics: CAD 85
Can you work on a student visa?
You can work off campus up to 24 hours a week during term and full-time during scheduled breaks; on-campus work has no hour limit.
Source: IRCC — Study permit, VFS Global — Canada (Azərbaycan). Checked: October 2026. Rules and fees can change — check the official website before applying.
Universities and programmes in Canada
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| University / programme | Country | Level | Deadline | Language requirement | Application fee | Annual tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of British Columbia (UBC) Doctor of Philosophy in Bioinformatics (PhD) | Canada Vancouver | Doctorate (PhD) | 31.10.2026 Closed | IELTS 7.0 | CA$168 | CA$10,081 / year (first year) | Details |
| University of British Columbia (UBC) Doctor of Philosophy in Genome Science and Technology (PhD) | Canada Vancouver | Doctorate (PhD) | 31.10.2026 Closed | IELTS 7.0 | CA$168 | CA$10,081 / year (first year) | Details |
| University of British Columbia (UBC) Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacology (PhD) | Canada Vancouver | Doctorate (PhD) | 31.10.2026 Closed | IELTS 7.0 | CA$168 | CA$10,081 / year (first year) | Details |
| University of British Columbia (UBC) Doctor of Philosophy in Women+ and Children’s Health Sciences (PhD) | Canada Vancouver | Doctorate (PhD) | 31.10.2026 Closed | IELTS 7.0 | CA$168 | CA$10,081 / year (first year) | Details |
| University of British Columbia (UBC) Master of Science in Bioinformatics (MSc) | Canada Vancouver | Master's | 31.10.2026 Closed | IELTS 7.0 | CA$168 | CA$10,081 / year (first year) | Details |
| University of British Columbia (UBC) Master of Science in Genome Science and Technology (MSc) | Canada Vancouver | Master's | 31.10.2026 Closed | IELTS 7.0 | CA$168 | CA$10,081 / year (first year) | Details |
| University of British Columbia (UBC) Master of Science in Pharmacology (MSc) | Canada Vancouver | Master's | 31.10.2026 Closed | IELTS 7.0 | CA$168 | CA$10,081 / year (first year) | Details |
| University of British Columbia (UBC) Master of Science in Women+ and Children’s Health Sciences (MSc) | Canada Vancouver | Master's | 31.10.2026 Closed | IELTS 7.0 | CA$168 | CA$10,081 / year (first year) | Details |
Note: amounts are approximate and vary by university, programme and year. It is important to check the official source before applying. Last updated: October 2026.
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