Analysis of Canadian Postgraduate Diploma

The Canadian education system is very different from that of China. For example, Canada's postgraduate diploma is a major feature of Canadian education. Many students still don't understand the Canadian postgraduate diploma. Let me introduce you.

First, the characteristics of Canadian graduate diploma

Postgraduate certificate course is a non-degree course higher than bachelor's degree but lower than master's degree. Canadian public universities and public colleges basically offer postgraduate certificate courses. It has the following characteristics:

First, the application threshold is low. Whether you have a bachelor's degree or a college diploma, whether you have work experience or not, whether your previous major is related or not, you can apply and basically be admitted. Many schools also offer dual admission to language centers and postgraduate certificate courses, which means that students without TOEFL or IELTS scores can also apply. Its tuition is also low, generally only about 10 thousand Canadian dollars per academic year.

Second, the course time is short. Generally there is only one academic year (two semesters). Even with one year of language learning, it only takes about two years.

Third, strong employability. Postgraduate certificate courses emphasize the basic knowledge and professional skills needed for employment.

The fourth is scalability. Students who originally had only a junior college diploma are eligible to apply for a master's degree after completing the postgraduate certificate course. Of course, passing does not guarantee admission, but at least it provides the premise of application.

In addition, when studying for graduate certificate courses in Canada, you can also enjoy the same employment and immigration treatment as graduate students: you can apply for a student work card during school, an internship card after graduation, and recognize your academic qualifications when applying for immigration. However, due to its nature, the postgraduate certificate course also has some shortcomings. Because it does not have a degree, it is not listed in the foreign academic qualifications certification of the Ministry of Education of China, and it can only be recognized by employers (especially foreign companies and private enterprises).

Second, the postgraduate diploma application conditions

Judging from the application conditions, graduate students have higher requirements for learning and language performance, and different schools have different requirements, but generally IELTS score is above 6.5, and GPA above 70+is the most basic requirement. Postgraduate diplomas are relatively simple. You can apply for double admission even if you have no language scores, and your gpa can reach 70 points.

Third, the types of postgraduate courses in Canada

1. degree course is a master's degree offered and awarded by universities, and the course is mainly academic research;

2. Postgraduate diploma courses are generally only offered in public colleges in Canada, and students will get diplomas. The course focuses more on learning practical skills, enabling students to acquire professional skills in related fields.

Postgraduate diploma course is a kind of vocational training course, which generally lasts for one year. At present, some colleges offer a two-year academic system. Compared with the master's courses offered by universities, the postgraduate diploma course has lower entry threshold, shorter educational system and lower cost.

Third, the advantages of Canadian postgraduate diploma courses

1, shorten the study time and save the study expenses.

The general postgraduate diploma course can be completed in only one year (depending on the major, the longest is 18 months). In addition, most institutions offering postgraduate diploma courses are Canadian public universities, which have lower fees and lighter burden on students than public universities.

2. The major studied is closely related to the employment prospects of the local society.

Just like junior college diploma, compared with postgraduate degree courses focusing on academic research, postgraduate diploma courses are more focused on learning practical skills, more practical and more popular with employers.

3. Broad professional background and flexible language entrance requirements.

Canada's postgraduate degree application is not only demanding, but more importantly, it is difficult to apply in practice. Most public universities in Canada offer postgraduate diploma courses, which have low requirements for applicants' academic qualifications and language, and are easy to apply, and are widely accepted by domestic three-year college graduates. This gives a springboard for domestic university graduates or undergraduate graduates who have not chosen the right major, and also gives students who are not ready for the English exam an opportunity to apply for a master's degree abroad as soon as possible.

4. Immigrate quickly after graduation.

On the one hand, most public colleges offering postgraduate diplomas attach great importance to student services and regularly invite immigration officers to the school to explain Canadian immigration policies to graduating students; On the other hand, the postgraduate diploma course is also an academic education recognized by the Canadian government. According to Canada's latest immigration law, students can apply for a work visa (at least one year) with the same length of class time after graduation. During the period of holding a work visa, as long as you find a job that meets the requirements, you can apply for Canadian immigration without obstacles.

5. Have the experience of studying and living abroad.

Due to the differences in teaching methods and curriculum at home and abroad, many students are worried about whether they can successfully complete their studies after going abroad. The language ability and academic requirements of postgraduate master's degree are definitely higher than those of bachelor's degree, and the postgraduate diploma course gives students who are eager to go abroad but are not confident that they can complete their master's degree another kind of study abroad experience. Students can not only experience academic exchanges in Canada, but also experience colorful cultural life outside the school.