Highlights
Expert faculty with significant geospatial expertise and first-hand consulting experience.
Program outline is continuously updated to meet current industry needs.
State-of-the-art learning lab offers leading GIS software and is open to students 24/7.
Hands-on applied learning via year-long thesis project that involves working with employers to design and implement a real-world GIS project.
Three-semester program focuses on geospatial modelling, geodatabase, Internet GIS and new technologies such as the use of drones as a mapping tool.
Career Opportunities
GIS graduates can work at environment management agencies; GIS consulting firms; map design companies; municipal, provincial and federal governments; natural resource conservation authorities; oil and mining industries; survey and engineering firms; the tourist industry; and utility companies.
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements (one of the below):
Type of College | Public |
Establishment Year | 1967 |
Type of Campus | Urban |
Housing | Available |
Number of Programs | 130+ |
Number of Campuses | 2 |
Full-time Students | 12,000+ |
International Students | 4,700+ |
Intake Seasons | Fall, Winter, Spring |
The cost of attendance includes tuition fees, accommodation costs, and other expenses. The tables mentioned below will help international students estimate their cost of living in Canada.
Niagara College Tuition Fee
Program | Tuition Fee(per year) |
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Diploma/Certificate | 13,350-14,550 CAD |
Undergraduate Degree | 14,550 CAD |
Graduate | 16,550 CAD |
The cost of attendance is different for international students studying at Niagara College than the domestic students.
Accommodation
NC provides many housing facilities to their students on both their campuses. Students can also consider renting rooms, houses or sublets along with other students who are looking for housemates.
Category | Expense (per year) |
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Double Occupancy Suite | 7,400 CAD |
Quad Occupancy Suite | 3,840 CAD |
Homestay | 9,000 CAD |
International students also have the following options for stay while they study in Canada:
The college helps the new students with information and ease the adjustment process with the new country.
Service Fee | 632 CAD per term |
Medical Insurance | 70 CAD per month |
Bus fee | 192.50 CAD per term |
Books and Supplies | 2,500 CAD |
Personal and Miscellaneous Expenses | 2,000-8,000 CAD |
A 500 CAD tuition deposit is required of all incoming and renewing students. A spot in the programme must be secured with this deposit. This charge is a component of the tuition fee, lowering the overall amount of tuition due.
Niagara College Admissions Application
Candidates that qualify for early admission are given preference (subject to programme capacity). Those who don't meet the requirements for early admission may still be eligible for admission through the competitive admissions process. The basic requirements, however, do not ensure admittance.
Where to Apply | Online Application Portal |
Application Fee | 100 CAD |
Application Deadlines for International Students(Recommended) | Spring 2020: October 30, 2020; Fall 2020: February 1, 2020; Winter 2021: June 8, 2020 |
Documents Required | Transcripts, LOR, SOP |
English Language Requirement | IELTS: Overall 6.5(no band under 5.5) TOEFL PBT: 550 TOEFL iBT: 79 - 80(minimum 22 in writing and speaking) |
Tuition Fees in Canada (1st Year Average) | BE / BTech: CA$22,600 | MBA: CA$25,375 | MS: CA$17,225 | BBA: CA$20,560 | MEng: CA$22,225 | BSc: CA$20,745 | MASc: CA$20,375 | MIM: CA$28,900 | MA: CA$12,970 | MFin: CA$32,785 | BHM: CA$20,560 | MEM: CA$17,040 |
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Canada | CA$8890 Per Year |
Entrance Exams in Canada | TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177 |
Work and Study in Canada | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. |
Post Study Work Permit in Canada | Up to 3 Years after graduation depending on the course. |
Cost of Student Visa in Canada | CAD 150 |
Student Visa in Canada | A Canada student permit is a document issued by IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) for international students in Canada. To study in Canada, you will require a student permit, which serves as a student visa. |
Intakes in Canada | There are Three Intakes in Canada: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Spring (May) |
Top Job Sectors in Canada | Business Management, Engineering, Economics, Dentisty, Law, Computer Science. |
Economy in Canada | GDP Growth of 1.9% (2018) 1.5% (2019e), 10th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal |
Tuition & fees :
$ 14,550
Total
$ 14,550