EDUCATION SYSTEM IN CANADA
Thứ Ba - 02/12/2025
The Canadian government delegates authority to each province and territory to manage its own educational system. As a result, Canada does not have a unified national education system or a single national curriculum. However, all schools must meet common educational and training standards, and overall, there are no major differences in education quality among Canada’s regions.
Canada’s education system includes public and private institutions from kindergarten to college and university. Elementary schools cover Grades 1 to 6, while secondary schools cover Grades 7 to 11, 12, or 13 depending on the province. After secondary school, students may choose to attend vocational institutions, colleges, or universities. Colleges are known by different names across Canada: Cégep (General and Vocational College) or university-level colleges in Québec; community colleges, technical institutes, or university colleges in English-speaking provinces. In Canada, the academic year begins in September and ends in June of the following year – similar to Vietnam.
1. Elementary and Secondary Education
In Canada, elementary schools span Grades 1 to 6, while secondary schools include Grades 7 to 11, 12, or 13 depending on the province. All private secondary schools must be registered with the provincial or territorial Ministry of Education and must comply with prescribed curriculum requirements and standards. Public secondary schools are funded by the government, and many now accept international students. Local School Boards are responsible for managing public schools within their districts, including administration, budgeting, quality assurance, and support services for international students. In addition to the provincially mandated curriculum, some public high schools offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program, a globally recognized credential.
2. College Education
Canada has 175 post-secondary institutions that are members of Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan). These colleges are known by various names, including community colleges, technical institutes, university colleges, and cégeps. University colleges combine features of both colleges and universities and often collaborate with universities to allow students to transfer into degree programs. Community colleges in Canada are the most common type of post-secondary institution. They offer specialized vocational and technical programs ranging from one to three years. Some community colleges also provide university transfer programs, enabling students to complete the equivalent of the first two years of a four-year bachelor’s degree. Technical institutes/Career colleges are typically private institutions offering short – to medium-term programs focused on practical, job-ready skills for the workforce.
3. University Education
Canada has over 95 universities (https://ducanhduhoc.vn/vi/cac-truong-dai-hoc-canada/) known worldwide for excellence in teaching and research. Canadian universities are strictly regulated by government authorities regarding credential frameworks and academic quality. As a result, university education in Canada is highly respected, and Canadian degrees are widely recognized internationally. Universities receive substantial government funding and offer more than 500 advanced-level academic programs, awarding bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. Student populations vary from around 1,000 to 35,000 depending on the institution. Universities also provide flexible learning formats including full-time, part-time, on-campus, and online study options. Tuition fees differ across provinces and institutions. Undergraduate programs typically range from three to seven years depending on the field of study and the structure of the program. Each university sets its own admission requirements and student evaluation criteria.
4. Language Schools
As Canada has two official languages, international students may choose to study in English (ESL – English as a Second Language) or French (FSL – French as a Second Language). Many students select English programs because Canada offers numerous high-quality English-language schools and because Canadian English is clear and easy to understand. International students can enroll in English or French programs for various purposes. Most French-language schools are located in the province of Québec.
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