Field courses are a great way to add experiential international learning opportunities to your university education. These courses give you a chance to travel and explore the places and topics Read More
Study Abroad Culture Shock: Embrace change!
Traveling to a distant land to continue your education can be an adventure full of exciting surprises, but it can be stressful and overwhelming as well. Among the things Read More
Studying at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Vancouver: Umbrellas, yoga, and reusable bags
I would term myself to be a “true West-coast Canadian” or “Vancouverite.” Now, you ask, “What is that? Is that even possible?” Of course, each person’s definition will be different, but Read More
Student Center Student Photo Contest
When you pack your bags for your international education adventure be sure you do not forget your camera! The Canadian Bureau for International Education (Student Center) recently hosted Read More
International Education Week: Discover the world
Every year, during the third week of November, Canada celebrates International Education Week (IEW) along with over 100 other countries. This year, IEW takes place November 18-22, 2013. During IEW, Read More
Experiencing culture shock is completely normal
International students have to cope with a variety of challenges when travelling abroad to study. Culture shock, language barriers, institutional policies and fear of the unknown are issues that Read More
Finance and budgeting: The value and cost to study in Canada
Many international students consider top study destinations such as Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada with two main questions: 1) How much will it cost? 2) What Read More
Study in Canada: China International Education Exhibition Tour (CIEET)
In 2013 almost 100,000 students from China were pursuing their studies in Canada. If you are in China and considering study in Canada, you might want to attend the China Read More
Student Center Photo Contest Winner Announced
Congratulations Eisa Alhabib from the University of Calgary who has taken first prize in both the photo and video categories for the Student Center Photo Contest! See his entries below. This Read More
Watch: Canadian student street art in Valparaíso, Chile
In 2013 Canadian student Mike Lukowski from Kwantlen Polytechnic University travelled to Valparaíso – one of the most colourful, artistic cities in South America. Here is the video of Mike Read More