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Post-graduation work permit of up to 3 years; Co-op programs with paid work terms.
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Canada vs Dubai for Indian Students
A side-by-side comparison of studying in Canada and Dubai: total cost in rupees, work during and after study, and long-term options.
- Canada: median ₹72 lakh
- Dubai: median ₹36 lakh
- Dubai cheaper by ≈ ₹36 lakh
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Canada or Dubai: which is better for Indian students?
On our university data, Dubai is cheaper: the median total cost is ₹36 lakh versus ₹72 lakh in Canada. After graduation, Canada offers PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length, while Dubai offers graduates can move to an employment visa; outstanding graduates may qualify for a Golden Visa. The better choice depends on your course, budget and long-term plan.
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Canada vs Dubai
- Median total cost
- Canada: ₹72 lakh · Dubai: ₹36 lakh
- Duration
- Canada: 1–2 years · Dubai: 1–2 years
- Intakes
- Canada: Fall (Sep) · Dubai: September (main)
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Choose Dubai if…
UK, US and Australian degrees close to home; Large Indian community and a short flight back.
Budget first
Dubai is about ₹36 lakh cheaper at the median on our data.
Career first
Compare post-study work: Canada (PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length) and Dubai (Graduates can move to an employment visa).
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On our data, Dubai has the lower median total cost (₹36 lakh vs ₹72 lakh).
Canada: PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length. Dubai: Graduates can move to an employment visa; outstanding graduates may qualify for a Golden Visa.
Canada: Up to 24 hours/week off campus during academic sessions. Dubai: Part-time work with university permission and an approved work permit.
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