Advancing Within the Manitoba Education System Brochure
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High-quality Programming Manitoba Canada education excellence There are over 260,000 students in the Manitoba education system, including more than 4,000 international students representing 80 countries. Explore the variety of elementary and high schools, Universities colleges and universities in Manitoba, all offering fi rst-rate • Brandon University advancingadvancing education and training to meet global circumstances and • Canadian Mennonite University the individual needs of students. • Collège universitaire de Saint-Boniface (français) within the • Providence College & Theological Seminary Pursuing post-secondary education in Manitoba offers • University of Manitoba benefi ts beyond the gift of learning. Earning a degree from • University of Winnipeg Manitoba one of Manitoba’s universities or a one-year certifi cate or education system two-year diploma from a Manitoba college entitles you Language Schools & Programs to work in Canada for one year after graduation in a fi eld • Applied Linguistics Centre related to your course of study. • Brandon University English for Academic Purposes • Collège universitaire de Saint-Boniface (français) The following educational institutions are those most • Heartland International English School actively involved in International education: • Pembina Trails School Division Summer Language Programs Elementary & High Schools • Providence College English Language Institute • Balmoral Hall School for Girls • Red River College Language Training Centre • Division scolaire Franco-Manitobaine • Robertson College • Interlake School Division • University of Manitoba Continuing Education • Lord Selkirk Regional Comprehensive Secondary School • University of Manitoba English Language Centre • Louis Riel School Division • University of Winnipeg English Language programs • Morden Collegiate Institute • Pembina Trails School Division Want to Learn More? • Pinawa Secondary School For detailed information about the variety of educational • Red River College (adults) opportunities in Manitoba, please contact us today. • River East Transcona School Division • St. James-Assiniboia School Division Manitoba International Education Branch • St. John’s-Ravenscourt School Federal-Provincial and International Relations • Southwest Horizon School Division 330 – 800 Portage Avenue www.education-excellence.ca • Turtle Mountain School Division Winnipeg, Manitoba Printed in Canada / Imprimé au Canada in Canada Printed • University of Winnipeg Collegiate R3G 0N4 Canada Manitoba International Education Branch Tel: (204) 945-3335 Federal-Provincial and International Relations Colleges Fax: (204) 945-1792 330 - 800 Portage Avenue • Assiniboine Community College Email: [email protected] Winnipeg, Manitoba • École technique et professionnale (français) Website: www.education-excellence.ca R3G 0N4 Canada • Keewatin Community College Tel: (204) 945-3335 • Red River College Prepared by the Manitoba Council for International Education (www.mcie.ca) and the • Robertson College International Education Branch of the Goverment of Manitoba. Fax: (204) 945-1792 Email: [email protected] CHART YOUR FUTURE Moving within the Manitoba Doctorate/PhD Post doctoral studies Educational System Step 1: Choose your goal. What is the highest level of education you would like to complete in Manitoba? Locate that GOLD bar. PhD Step 2: Find the highest level of education you have already fi nished. Choose a RED arrow. Master’s Degree Our education system makes it easy for students to move Step 3: Follow the direction of that red arrow and fi nd the fi rst program (BLUE ovals) that starts you in same fi eld of from one level to the next and offers many advantages: Doctoral program study as goal on a path toward your education goal. (3 years minimum) Step 4: Follow the BLUE arrows, up through other programs, until you reach your fi nal goal. Quality education at every level - From Kindergarten to Step 5: Apply directly to the educational institution where you will begin your education. Doctorate/Ph.D., our system offers quality programming, This institution will help you determine your path in the Manitoba education system. Masters Degree including English as a Second Language and French as a Bachelor’s Degree You may be able to fi nish your education goals in one institution or you may need to transfer to Second Language courses. in same fi eld of another institution. See the back of this brochure for a list of Manitoba educational institutions. study as goal Masters Program Save time - All schools in our system operate on the same (usually 2 years minimum) calendar, reducing time between academic sessions. University Degree University Pre-Masters & College Diploma LEGEND Ideal size - Our system is large enough to provide a full 1-2 years College Advanced Diploma Your Goal range of educational opportunities, yet small enough that Bachelor’s Degree University and College University General members of the educational community are familiar with in different fi eld of Years 4-5 of a study than goal or Honours Degree University General Degree courses offered around the province. College joint program Your Current Year 1 Advanced Education Flexible - Some international students prefer to University 3rd and 4th University Diploma program University and College start their Manitoba education at the high school or years of a General 3rd and 4th years of a Year 3 of a 4-5 year Programs English as a Second Language level to help them or Honours Degree General Degree joint program prepare for future learning. College Diploma Some university or Program Paths Study Permits - A well-developed education plan college in same fi eld College University and College University covering all academic levels can help in obtaining a Study of study as goal Year 2 of a 2 Year 2 of a 4-5 year 2nd year joint program Permit. International students must obtain a Study Permit year Diploma from Citizenship and Immigration Canada if they intend College Certifi cate to study in Canada for more than six months. High school graduate with College University and College University College Scholarships - Those completing high school in Manitoba 12 or 13 years of schooling Year 1 of a 2 Year 1 of a 4-5 year English language schooling as needed Year 1 Certifi cate YOUR HIGHEST LEVEL OF EDUCATION 1st year (Freshman year) year Diploma joint program and applying to a university or college within Manitoba or some college may qualify for entrance scholarships ranging from $800 to $5,000. If you need to improve your High School Graduation Co-ordination of information - Members of the English, there are several private 8 - 11 years of Manitoba education community can provide information formal schooling English language schools, plus High School (Senior Years) about opportunities at all levels to assist you with your programs at our colleges and Grades 9 - 12 (Senior 1 - 4) (Ages 14 - Adult) academic plan. universities. A TOEFL score of 550 Learn in English or French - Students can choose from 4 - 7 years of (213- computer based) or higher, Middle Years instruction that is offered in English or French. formal schooling or the equivalent on another Grades 5 - 8 (Ages 10 - 13) acceptable test, is usually required to enter a college or 1 - 3 years of Early Years formal schooling university academic program. Grades 1 - 4 (Ages 6 - 9) Pre-school (kindergarten) also offered for age 5.