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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 Singapore for Indian Students
A side-by-side comparison of studying in Canada and Singapore: total cost in rupees, work during and after study, and long-term options.
- Canada: median ₹72 lakh
- Singapore: median ₹46 lakh
- Singapore cheaper by ≈ ₹26 lakh
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Canada or Singapore: which is better for Indian students?
On our university data, Singapore is cheaper: the median total cost is ₹46 lakh versus ₹72 lakh in Canada. After graduation, Canada offers PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length, while Singapore offers no post-study visa route; graduates apply for an Employment Pass or S Pass with a job offer. The better choice depends on your course, budget and long-term plan.
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Canada vs Singapore
- Median total cost
- Canada: ₹72 lakh · Singapore: ₹46 lakh
- Duration
- Canada: 1–2 years · Singapore: 1–1.5 years
- Intakes
- Canada: Fall (Sep) · Singapore: August (main)
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Choose Singapore if…
Globally ranked universities close to India; Safe, English-speaking city.
Budget first
Singapore is about ₹26 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 Singapore (No post-study visa route).
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On our data, Singapore has the lower median total cost (₹46 lakh vs ₹72 lakh).
Canada: PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length. Singapore: No post-study visa route; graduates apply for an Employment Pass or S Pass with a job offer.
Canada: Up to 24 hours/week off campus during academic sessions. Singapore: Up to 16 hours a week during term at approved institutions.
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