Are you in Africa, and thinking of going abroad for higher education? I came to Canada in 1999 as an international student from Kenya.
Here are some thoughts.
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Here are some thoughts.
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Canada is a top destination for international students. In terms of quality of living (access to healthcare, safety, etc), it is one of the best countries in the world. Upon graduation, international students have a pathway to remain in Canada as Permanent Residents @CBIE_BCEI 
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Here are a few key steps in coming to Canada as an international student: cbie.ca/wp-content/upl…
Here are a few key steps in coming to Canada as an international student: cbie.ca/wp-content/upl…
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1. Identify the school you want to attend. Note that cost of living is higher in some parts of Canada and some universities charge higher tuition/fees than others. Here is an illustration by @UoPeople uopeople.edu/blog/10-cheap-…
1. Identify the school you want to attend. Note that cost of living is higher in some parts of Canada and some universities charge higher tuition/fees than others. Here is an illustration by @UoPeople uopeople.edu/blog/10-cheap-…
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2. Check application requirements: Some colleges & universities require IELTS (International English Language Testing System). In general, 🇰🇪 students are exempted from IELTS requirement. Confirm with school. KCSE transcripts are honoured. Check if application fee is needed
2. Check application requirements: Some colleges & universities require IELTS (International English Language Testing System). In general, 🇰🇪 students are exempted from IELTS requirement. Confirm with school. KCSE transcripts are honoured. Check if application fee is needed
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3. In general, masters and PhD programs in Canada are more likely to give financial assistance/funding than undergraduate (bachelor) or diploma programs. Don’t focus on the word ‘Scholarship.’ Assistantship (e.g., Research or Teaching Assistantship) tend to be more common
3. In general, masters and PhD programs in Canada are more likely to give financial assistance/funding than undergraduate (bachelor) or diploma programs. Don’t focus on the word ‘Scholarship.’ Assistantship (e.g., Research or Teaching Assistantship) tend to be more common
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4. Applying for admission to master and PhD program may be more involving. Some universities may expect you to contact a possible thesis advisor (a professor in the respective department/faculty) BEFORE you get admitted to the program
4. Applying for admission to master and PhD program may be more involving. Some universities may expect you to contact a possible thesis advisor (a professor in the respective department/faculty) BEFORE you get admitted to the program
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5. Once your application for admission is approved, you'll receive admission letter from the school. You’ll then start the process of Student Visa application at the Canadian High Commission in Nairobi 🇰🇪. More info: canadainternational.gc.ca/kenya/index.as… (Follow @CanHCKenya for updates)
5. Once your application for admission is approved, you'll receive admission letter from the school. You’ll then start the process of Student Visa application at the Canadian High Commission in Nairobi 🇰🇪. More info: canadainternational.gc.ca/kenya/index.as… (Follow @CanHCKenya for updates)
Scholarships
1. Many 🇨🇦universities offer Teaching Assistantship & Research Assistantship to masters & PhD students. Some offer scholarships. Fewer scholarships at bachelor degree level. Universities make money by charging international students TWICE the amount 🇨🇦 students pay.
1. Many 🇨🇦universities offer Teaching Assistantship & Research Assistantship to masters & PhD students. Some offer scholarships. Fewer scholarships at bachelor degree level. Universities make money by charging international students TWICE the amount 🇨🇦 students pay.
Scholarships
2. African Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Program supports young African professionals to become leaders in public policy and administration. It is Funded by Government of Canada via @CBIE_BCEI cbie.ca/what-we-do/cur…
2. African Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Program supports young African professionals to become leaders in public policy and administration. It is Funded by Government of Canada via @CBIE_BCEI cbie.ca/what-we-do/cur…
Scholarships
3. Canadian Francophonie Scholarship Program – aims to build institutional capacities by training employed nationals from developing countries of La Francophonie. Funded by the Government of Canada: cbie.ca/what-we-do/cur…
3. Canadian Francophonie Scholarship Program – aims to build institutional capacities by training employed nationals from developing countries of La Francophonie. Funded by the Government of Canada: cbie.ca/what-we-do/cur…
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4. International Excellence Entrance Scholarship at University of the Fraser Valley, Canada [In my view, British Columbia is the most beautiful place in North America] international.ufv.ca/study-in-canad… via @goUFV
4. International Excellence Entrance Scholarship at University of the Fraser Valley, Canada [In my view, British Columbia is the most beautiful place in North America] international.ufv.ca/study-in-canad… via @goUFV
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5. Thinking of pursuing a PhD in Public Health Sciences?
Check out opportunities at Queen's University, Canada. via @queensu [Researcher at @KEMRI_Wellcome @KEMRI_Kenya may find this useful] phs.queensu.ca/graduate-progr…
5. Thinking of pursuing a PhD in Public Health Sciences?
Check out opportunities at Queen's University, Canada. via @queensu [Researcher at @KEMRI_Wellcome @KEMRI_Kenya may find this useful] phs.queensu.ca/graduate-progr…
Scholarships
6. @StudyinHolland: The Orange Knowledge Programme (scholarship) aims to contribute to a society's sustainable and inclusive development. Its scholarships are open to mid-career professionals in specific countries. studyinholland.nl/finances/orang… @NufficGD @NLinKenya
6. @StudyinHolland: The Orange Knowledge Programme (scholarship) aims to contribute to a society's sustainable and inclusive development. Its scholarships are open to mid-career professionals in specific countries. studyinholland.nl/finances/orang… @NufficGD @NLinKenya
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7. Fully Funded Scholarship in Poland. Funded by the Government of Poland 🇵🇱. Application deadline: June 21, 2021 nawa.gov.pl/en/students/fo… via @PremierRP_en
7. Fully Funded Scholarship in Poland. Funded by the Government of Poland 🇵🇱. Application deadline: June 21, 2021 nawa.gov.pl/en/students/fo… via @PremierRP_en
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8. Reckitt-LSHTM PhD studentships on Hygiene & Health in Sub-Saharan Africa. The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (@LSHTM) lshtm.ac.uk/study/fees-and…
Application Deadline: July 11, 2021
8. Reckitt-LSHTM PhD studentships on Hygiene & Health in Sub-Saharan Africa. The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (@LSHTM) lshtm.ac.uk/study/fees-and…
Application Deadline: July 11, 2021
Scholarships
9. Via @madamproff
PhD position in the area of "global profiling of arbovirus susceptibility factors in mosquitoes"
Location: Leibniz, Germany
Would be nice for any of the many Kenyan researchers currently doing research on mosquitoes
9. Via @madamproff
PhD position in the area of "global profiling of arbovirus susceptibility factors in mosquitoes"
Location: Leibniz, Germany
Would be nice for any of the many Kenyan researchers currently doing research on mosquitoes
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About 300,000 people immigrate to Canada each year. This includes those with training and educational credentials & experience from outside Canada. Check out this collabo between @Laurier & @WESCanada. More info: loom.ly/BYmxqNY via @CBIE_BCEI
About 300,000 people immigrate to Canada each year. This includes those with training and educational credentials & experience from outside Canada. Check out this collabo between @Laurier & @WESCanada. More info: loom.ly/BYmxqNY via @CBIE_BCEI
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