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Where
can I live?
Students can choose from Homestay
(living with a Canadian family), Peerstay
(living with a Canadian family with no meals included), in the Student
Residences,or in off-campus accommodation (see Housing List).
How
long will it take?
It depends on which program you choose. Malaspina offers English language
programs, vocational programs, and degree programs. The ESL
programs page is here. Click here to see a complete list of
Malaspina's
programs.
Can
I meet people?
We believe "there is more to life than study."
Malaspina's International department organizes many activities
like field trips, social
events and parties as well as, recreational
and sporting activities for students to have fun and
to make friends.
Where is Malaspina University-College?
Malaspina's main campus is located in Nanaimo,
British Columbia, Canada on the east coast of Vancouver
Island. The city of Vancouver is 20 minutes away by air,
or 1 1/2 hours away by ferry, a distance of 30 miles.
How
much does it cost?
It costs about $21,000 Cdn (about $14,000 US) for one year
of study. This amount includes tuition, student fees (3 semesters),
medical insurance, and living costs. Click here
for more detailed costs.
How
do I apply?
You will find all the information you need on our Admissions
page. For the International On-line Application form,
click here.
You can print an application form here
and fax it to us at (250) 740-6472. You can contact us by phone
(250) 740-6318, by fax (250) 740-6472 or by e-mail: study@mala.bc.ca
and we will send you an application form and information about
applying for study at Malaspina University-College.
How
do I get a Student Visa?
If you are planning to study in Canada for more than 90 days (including
weekends), you must have a valid Student Authorization from Canada Immigration
before you come to Canada. Many countries require their citizens to
have a visitor's visa and a medical certificate before coming to Canada.
These documents are issued by an immigration official in a Canadian
Embassy, High Commission or Consulate. You will need to have a letter
of acceptance from Malaspina University-College and other documents
before you will be granted a Student Authorization. Please see The
British Columbia Centre for International Education or Citizenship
and Immigration Canada for more information.
When
can I start class?
Malaspina has 3 semesters per year – September, January and May.
Not all programs and courses are offered each semester. See the web
page of the program you are interested in, our ESL programs page,
or our complete program
list or contact our International Admissions Manager, Jane Kelly
by e-mail at: study@mala.bc.ca
for more information. Remember to apply early.
What
if I get sick?
If you do get sick, British Columbia has a modern, accessible
health care system but you are required to have health insurance
during your stay. You may purchase insurance before you leave
home or you can purchase it when you arrive here. Information
about medical insurance will be sent to you when you apply.
Will
I like the food?
Nanaimo, British Columbia is a fully modern city of 75,000 people of
many different cultures. There are lots of food stores and restaurants
to satisfy many different tastes.
What
is the weather like?
Nanaimo, B.C. enjoys one of the mildest climates in Canada. The daily
average temperature is 18 degrees C. in July and 4.4 degrees C. in December.
You will need warm clothes in the winter when it rains and gets cooler.
But in the spring, summer and fall you will want lighter clothing for
warmer days outdoors.
What do students say about Malaspina?
"Coming to Malaspina has been an excellent opportunity
to meet Canadian people and to practice my English with them."
Salvador Avalos, Mexico.
"The people of Nanaimo are very friendly and relaxed.
Malaspina is a very good environment for international students
to learn English." Tomoni Sugiura, Japan.
"I appreciate the high quality education, friendly atmosphere
of the classes, and the teachers' approach to the students."
Ferhat Cinar, Turkey.
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