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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 Sweden for Indian Students
A side-by-side comparison of studying in Canada and Sweden: total cost in rupees, work during and after study, and long-term options.
- Canada: median ₹72 lakh
- Sweden: median ₹53 lakh
- Sweden cheaper by ≈ ₹19 lakh
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Canada or Sweden: which is better for Indian students?
On our university data, Sweden is cheaper: the median total cost is ₹53 lakh versus ₹72 lakh in Canada. After graduation, Canada offers PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length, while Sweden offers residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation. The better choice depends on your course, budget and long-term plan.
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Canada vs Sweden
- Median total cost
- Canada: ₹72 lakh · Sweden: ₹53 lakh
- Duration
- Canada: 1–2 years · Sweden: 1–2 years
- Intakes
- Canada: Fall (Sep) · Sweden: Autumn (August/September
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Choose Sweden if…
English-taught master's programs with a strong research focus; Innovation-driven economy (tech, sustainability, life sciences).
Budget first
Sweden is about ₹19 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 Sweden (Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation).
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On our data, Sweden has the lower median total cost (₹53 lakh vs ₹72 lakh).
Canada: PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length. Sweden: Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation.
Canada: Up to 24 hours/week off campus during academic sessions. Sweden: No fixed weekly limit while you study, as long as studies progress.
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