Canada - Newfoundland & Labrador / Terre-Neuve et Labrador
Types of HEIs
1 : Université : University
2 : Collège communautaire : Community College
3 : Collège d'enseignement professionnel privé : Private Vocational College
4 : Autre établissement spécialisé : Other Specialized Institution
Pre-Higher Education System
entry:6
exit:16
Primary : Maternelle et primaire/Primary (K-3)
Length of program:4
Age level from:5
Age level to:9
Elementary : Écoles primaires/Elementary Schools (Grades 4, 5, 6)
Length of program:3
Age level from:9
Age level to:12
Intermediate : Écoles intermédiaires/Intermediate Schools (Grades 7, 8, 9)
Length of program:3
Age level from:12
Age level to:15
Senior Secondary : 2e cycle du secondaire/Senior High Schools (Grades 10, 11, 12)
Length of program:3
Age level from:15
Age level to:18
Certificate/Diploma awarded at end:High School Graduation Diploma
The school system in Newfoundland and Labrador provides a 13-year programme extending from kindergarten to grade 12. Attainment of the Essential Graduation Learnings, which describes the knowledge, skills and attitudes expected of all students who graduate from high school, represents the overall goals of education in the province. These include: aesthetic expression, citizenship, communication, personal development, problem-solving, technological competence and spiritual and moral development. The high school programme is structured on a course credit basis with standardized public exams. Credits are accumulated over three or more years of study culminating in the acquisition of a Senior High School Graduation Diploma.
Higher Education System
Higher education in Canada is the constitutional responsibility of the provinces. In Newfoundland and Labrador, the institutions providing higher education are the provincially supported Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN, categorized as a comprehensive university) and the College of the North Atlantic (CNA), which provides diverse technical and career-oriented certificate, apprenticeship and diploma programmes. As part of MUN, the Marine Institute (MI) provides training in all aspects of fisheries and marine technology. Besides MUN and CNA, there are also 21 provincially registered private training institutions which also provide technical and career oriented certificates and diplomas. Queen’s College, a theology school, is a private not-for-profit institution with the power to grant degrees qualifying recipients for ordination. Adult Basic Education (ABE) is a high school equivalency programme for adults who did not complete high school and is offered through private training institutions and community organizations.
Apprenticeship and Certification Act (1999)
Description:All apprenticeship programmes of the skilled trades
Degree Granting Act (1998)
Description:All degree-granting entities in Newfoundland and Labrador
Private Training Institutions Act (1997)
Description:Private Training Institutions
College Act, 1996 (1996)
Description:College of the North Atlantic
Memorial University Act (1991)
Description:Memorial University of Newfoundland
Queen’s College Conferring of Degrees Act (1983)
Description:Queen's College
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Non-university level : Diplôme et certificat/Diploma and certificate
Description:College of the North Atlantic operates facilities which provide programmes leading to a College Certificate or Diploma. The College, through its regional campuses, provides lifelong learning opportunities to the people in various regions of the Province. The Marine Institute of Memorial University provides Diploma, Certificate and other programmes in fisheries, marine sciences and technology. It also provides opportunities for the upgrading and enhancement of the fisheries and marine labour force. Private training institutions also offer employment oriented training for a wide variety of occupations; students receive a certificate or diploma.
University level first stage : Baccalauréat/Bachelor's degree
Description:Most undergraduate study leads to a "General" (Pass) Bachelor's degree (4 years of full time study) or an "Honours" degree (additional year) as well as professional degrees in areas such as Business Administration, Engineering, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Social Work. Degrees are normally titled in broad descriptive groups, e.g. B.A., B.Sc., B.N. The first stage also includes undergraduate diplomas (1-3 years of study) and short (up to 1 year) special certificate programmes. The Marine Institute of Memorial University offers Bachelor's degrees in Maritime Studies and Technology. In addition, first year university transfer courses are offered by CNA.
University level second stage : Maîtrise/Master's degree
Description:The Master's degree normally requires at least one year's study after a Bachelor's (Honours) degree or equivalent. Some Master's programmes, e.g. Business Administration, necessitate at least two years. A thesis is usually required supplemented by course work. Examples are: M.A., M.Sc., M.Ed., MBA. Besides graduate level diplomas (considered as intermediate between the Bachelor's or first professional degree and the Master's degree), the second stage also includes first professional degree programmes requiring prerequisite university studies (e.g. Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)). The Marine Institute of Memorial University offers a Master's degree in Maritime Studies, Technology Management, and Maritime Management.
University level third stage : Doctorat/Doctorate degree
Description:The Doctorate is the highest academic qualification awarded by Canadian universities and (in all provinces except Quebec) it comprises the third stage of university level studies. This degree normally requires at least three years of study after the Master's degree; the submission and defence of a major thesis (dissertation); along with supplemental course work. The degree "Doctor of Philosophy" (Ph.D.) is the designation that is most commonly used to signify the Doctorate, although other designations exist (e.g., the degree of Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.)). The doctoral degree is a generic title, applicable to degrees in most disciplines (the Doctorate should not be confused with certain first professional degrees in the Health Sciences, e.g. Medicine (M.D.), Veterinary Medicine and Dentistry).
University instructors are normally required to have training at the doctoral level, or to be engaged in a programme leading to a doctorate. Instructors at both the public and private institutions are normally expected to possess a diploma/degree in their area of specialty, supplemented by additional pedagogical training (typically a degree or vocational education or a post-secondary instructor's certificate at a minimum).
A variety of credit and non-credit courses are available from MUN using distance techniques and technology. The Centre for Innovation in Teaching and Learning at MUN is one of the largest providers of distance education among Canadian comprehensive universities offering distance programming in degree areas such as business, education, health and maritime studies. Website address: https://www.citl.mun.ca/.
Each year learners from more than 400 communities in the Province access over 200 CNA credit courses online through the Distributed Learning Service (DLS). Several complete diploma and certificate programmes are available in this format and many courses have credit transfer status with other colleges and universities. The Distributed Learning Service is also a provider of customized e-learning solutions to organizations and educational institutions worldwide. Website address: https://dls.cna.nl.ca.
The Centre for Distance Learning and Innovation (CDLI) was established by the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and is administered by the Newfoundland and Labrador English School District. The goal of CDLI is to increase learning opportunities and career options for students, particularly those in small and isolated schools by developing and delivering e-learning programmes and services for students and teachers. In 2015-2016, 29 e-teachers delivered over 40 distance education courses to students in 110 schools spread throughout the province. There are about 1,800 course registrations. Website address: https://www.cdli.ca.
Bodies
Ministère de l’Education de Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador
Role:The Department of Education is responsible for aearly childhood development, the K-12 education system and post-secondary education.
Street:PO Box 8700 St. John’s,
City:St. John's
Province:NL
PostCode:A1B 4J6
Tel:+1(709) 729-5097
www:https://www.gov.nl.ca/education/
Contacts:Tom Osborne (Head), Job title : Ministre/Minister
Institutions determine their own admissions policies. College of the North Atlantic recognizes other types of credentials including Basic Training for Skills Development (BTSD), Adult Basic Education Level III Certificate, and General Educational Development (GED) Test.
Enrolment in each programme at College of the North Atlantic and private colleges are restricted to the number of seats available. Classes in apprenticeship programmes generally have a maximum enrolment of 16 students.
Applicants must meet College of the North Atlantic entrance requirements for the programme as set out in the particular programme. For most college programmes, the entrance requirement is graduation from a secondary school with certain programmes requiring achievement in specific subject areas. Proof of proficiency in the language of instruction.
Secondary School Diploma. Alternatives: Memorial University sets admission policies and requirements for various categories of applicants including local high school students; high schools students from other Canadian provinces and abroad; mature students (aged 21 or more); Adult Basic Education (ABE) students; senior citizens (aged 60 or more); and transfer students.
There is a numerus clausus at institutional level.
Please consult directly with institutions for details of specific entry requirements and any additional requirements to be admitted to an institution or specific program.
Definition:A foreign student is a temporary resident who is legally authorized to study in Canada on a temporary basis. With a few exceptions, foreign students must get a study permit if they are taking a course of study that will last for more than six months at a designated learning institution (DLI).
Admission Requirements:Generally, as for domestic students, a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Quotas:Neither MUN nor CNA set quotas for international students. Students are advised that admission to certain professional programmes (e.g. MUN Pharmacy) is highly competitive and selective. In some cases, priority is given to applicants who are bona fide residents of Newfoundland and Labrador. Some private training institutions are also involved in foreign student education and have their own admissions and quota policies for these students.
Health:Most education institutions require international students to buy health insurance in addition to their tuition fees; those that do not will require proof of independent health insurance coverage. Medical examinations are not required by institutions but are required by Department of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for students from many countries.
Language Proficiency:Memorial University of Newfoundland’s International Student admissions requirements vary by country of origin. Please visit http://www.mun.ca/undergrad/admissions/ for further information. CNA requires the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - minimum mark is 550 (written) or 213 (computer-based).
Entry Regulations:Before coming to study in Canada, students need: a "Study Permit" if the programme of study you will be admitted to is longer than six months in duration, regardless of the length of stay in Canada, at a designated learning institution (DLI); a letter of acceptance from the school; proof of enough money to pay school fees and living expenses; to establish that the student will return home at the end of the studies; to pass a medical exam if required; and to qualify as a temporary resident in Canada, including holding a temporary resident visa (required for citizens of many countries). A small number of students do not require a Study Permit by virtue of their status in Canada (e.g. diplomats and their children). More at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/
Application to Individual Institution:Yes
Recognition of Studies
MUN: Before making a regulation providing for a new course of study or a change in an existing course of study, the Senate will refer to the appropriate faculty council and appropriate faculty of affiliated colleges or institutions for consideration. University programmes are accredited and reviewed by accrediting bodies where appropriate (e.g., nursing, medicine, etc).
CNA: The Board of Governors must assess the education and training needs of the Province and of the region in respect of which CNA is responsible for providing educational services, as those needs are perceived by community committees, local organizations, private citizens or other groups.
MUN and CNA have agreements that enable students to obtain transfer credit for some courses/programmes.
All private training institutions must be registered, the superintendent of private training institutions reviews and approves every course of study prior to registration of the institutions, and the provincial government conducts yearly inspections. Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board accredits apprenticeship programmes offered by both public colleges and private training institutions to ensure standards are consistent across institutions delivering provincial curriculum.
For the Exercise of a Profession:Access to regulated occupations is governed by provincial and/or federal statutes and, in some cases, may be restricted to Canadian citizens or permanent residents. Applicants must also meet examination and/or practical training requirements set by the relevant professional regulatory body or association.
Joint UNESCO-Council of Europe Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications concerning Higher Education in the European Region (Lisbon Recognition Convention) (1997)
1979 UNESCO Convention on the Recognition of Studies, Diplomas and Degrees concerning Higher Education in the States belonging to the Europe Region (1990)
The Canadian Information Centre for International credentials (CICIC) provides information and guidance on the assessment and recognition of international academic credentials.
Is there social security:Yes
Details:Effective as of 11 June 2007, coverage under the province’s Medical Care Plan (MCP) was extended to international students undertaking post-secondary studies in Newfoundland and Labrador. In addition to MCP coverage, all foreign students must have appropriate health insurance as governed by the institutional policy.
By Road:Yes
By Rail:Yes
By Air:Yes
Available to Foreign Students:Yes
Average Living Costs:726
National Students - Min Tuition Fees:726 Canadian Dollar
Foreign Students - Min Tuition Fees:3300 Canadian Dollar
Étudier au Canada/Study in Canada
Publisher:Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC)
Credentials
Certificat d'achèvement des études secondaires/High School Completion Certificate - General Educational Development
Description:The GED is an international high school equivalency testing programme for adults. It consists of a series of five tests in the following areas: Language Arts Reading, Language Arts Writing, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science. The GED tests are designed to measure the skills that correspond to those of recent high school graduates. Adults who pass the five tests receive a Newfoundland and Labrador High School Equivalency Diploma.
Acronym:GED
Certificat d'achèvement des études secondaires/High School Completion Certificate – Adult Basic Education
Diplôme d’études secondaires/High School Diploma
Description:The school system in Newfoundland and Labrador provides a 13 year programme extending from kindergarten to grade 12. Attainment of the Essential Graduation Learnings, which describes the knowledge, skills and attitudes expected of all students who graduate from high school, represents the overall goals of education in the province. These include: aesthetic expression, citizenship, communication, personal development, problem solving, technological competence and spiritual and moral development. The high school programme is structured on a course credit basis. Credits are accumulated over three years of study culminating in the acquisition of a Senior High School Graduation Diploma.
Certificat et diplôme/Certificate and diploma
Description:An approved programme of study consisting of a prescribed combination of courses that must address: occupational skill development, academic or general study, and self interest or personal growth.
Type of institution where credential is offered:Collège communautaire (Community College)
Collège d'enseignement professionnel privé (Private Vocational College)
Autre établissement spécialisé (Other Specialized Institution)
Certificat de compétence/Certificate of Apprenticeship
Description:Upon completion of entry level training, the student is ready to enter into an apprenticeship programme. This is an industry-based program involving an agreement between an apprentice and an employer, each with a set of responsibilities. On average, 80 percent of the apprenticeship term is spent at the workplace with the remaining 20 percent at a college. An average apprenticeship takes approximately 4 years. A Certificate of Apprenticeship is then issued to a registered apprentice who completes all the requirements as set out in a plan of training for an occupation.
Credential required for entry:Diplôme d’études secondaires/High School Diploma
Type of institution where credential is offered:Collège communautaire (Community College)
Collège d'enseignement professionnel privé (Private Vocational College)
Autre établissement spécialisé (Other Specialized Institution)
Certificat/Certificate
Description:An academic designation awarded for the completion of a specified programme of study which is of shorter duration than a degree.
Credential required for entry:Diplôme d’études secondaires/High School Diploma
Type of institution where credential is offered:Université (University)
Autre établissement spécialisé (Other Specialized Institution)
Baccalauréat/Bachelor's Degree
Description:An academic designation awarded for the completion of a specified programme of study which is of longer duration than a diploma or certificate.
Credential required for entry:Diplôme d’études secondaires/High School Diploma
Type of institution where credential is offered:Université (University)
Autre établissement spécialisé (Other Specialized Institution)
Baccalauréat spécialisé/Bachelor’s Degree - Honours
Description:Saskatchewan; Newfoundland; Ontario; New Brunswick
Type of institution where credential is offered:Université (University)
Autre établissement spécialisé (Other Specialized Institution)
Doctorat professionnel/Professional Doctorate
Description:First professional degrees in the Health Sciences, e.g. Medicine (M.D.), Veterinary Medicine and Dentistry.
Credential required for entry:Baccalauréat/Bachelor's Degree
Type of institution where credential is offered:Université (University)
Autre établissement spécialisé (Other Specialized Institution)
Maîtrise/Master's Degree
Description:It is usually awarded after one or two years of study following the award of an appropriate Bachelor's degree. The programme normally involves lectures and participation in seminars, and may also require a thesis.
Credential required for entry:Baccalauréat/Bachelor's Degree
Baccalauréat spécialisé/Bachelor’s Degree - Honours
Type of institution where credential is offered:Université (University)
Autre établissement spécialisé (Other Specialized Institution)
Certificat et diplôme de 2e et 3e cycle/Graduate certificate and diploma
Description:Post-graduate-level programme designed to broaden student’s knowledge and how to apply practices in the industry. The courses are delivered online in a semester-based format, and allow for flexibility around work commitments.
Credential required for entry:Baccalauréat/Bachelor's Degree
Baccalauréat spécialisé/Bachelor’s Degree - Honours
Type of institution where credential is offered:Université (University)
Autre établissement spécialisé (Other Specialized Institution)
Doctorat/Doctoral Degree
Description:Each student shall spend such time in the programme decided by the academic unit specialization and approved by the Dean, and except where provided for elsewhere in the calendar. Synonym: Psy.D.
Acronym:Ph.D.
Credential required for entry:Maîtrise/Master's Degree
Type of institution where credential is offered:Université (University)
Autre établissement spécialisé (Other Specialized Institution)
Data Provided by
From:2017
To:2018
IAU from the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC), a unit of the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC), on behalf of the Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, March 2018. Bodies updated November 2020.
Updated on 14-05-2018