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One-year master's keeps total cost and time abroad low; Globally recognised universities with clear entry requirements.
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UK vs Canada for Indian Students
A side-by-side comparison of studying in the UK and Canada: total cost in rupees, work during and after study, and long-term options.
- UK: median ₹50 lakh
- Canada: median ₹72 lakh
- UK cheaper by ≈ ₹22 lakh
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UK or Canada: which is better for Indian students?
On our university data, the UK is cheaper: the median total cost is ₹50 lakh versus ₹72 lakh in Canada. After graduation, the UK offers graduate Route: 2 years (3 for PhD); reducing to 18 months from January 2027, while Canada offers PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length. The better choice depends on your course, budget and long-term plan.
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UK vs Canada
- Median total cost
- UK: ₹50 lakh · Canada: ₹72 lakh
- Duration
- UK: Usually 12 months · Canada: 1–2 years
- Intakes
- UK: September/October · Canada: Fall (Sep)
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Post-graduation work permit of up to 3 years; Co-op programs with paid work terms.
Budget first
UK is about ₹22 lakh cheaper at the median on our data.
Career first
Compare post-study work: UK (Graduate Route: 2 years) and Canada (PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length).
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On our data, UK has the lower median total cost (₹50 lakh vs ₹72 lakh).
UK: Graduate Route: 2 years (3 for PhD); reducing to 18 months from January 2027. Canada: PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length.
UK: Up to 20 hours/week in term for degree-level study. Canada: Up to 24 hours/week off campus during academic sessions.
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