International student support

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Helping international students succeed

��ɫֱ�� has many services and resources to support you from before you arrive through your studies on our campuses.

Our immigration advisors in the International Centre can help you navigate the required permits and visas that allow you to live, study, and work in Canada. We also connect you with academic, financial, and health services on campus, and organize events and programming to connect you with other students and the university community.

Immigration information

Our International Centre can help guide you with the information, resources, and support to successfully enter Canada to live, study, and work while at ��ɫֱ��. 

Learn about the permits and visas you need to study at ��ɫֱ��

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Working in Canada

As an international student, you must meet certain requirements to be able to work on or off campus while studying at ��ɫֱ�� and after graduation.

Find out how to work in Canada during and after your studies

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Family members

You may be able to bring certain family members with you to live and work in Nova Scotia while you study at ��ɫֱ��.

Learn more about bringing family members

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International exchange to ��ɫֱ��

Every year ��ɫֱ�� welcomes students from around the world to spend one or two semesters studying on our campuses and experiencing life in Canada.

Discover how you can visit ��ɫֱ�� as an exchange student

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Visiting research students

As a research-intensive university with strong international partnerships, ��ɫֱ�� hosts visiting international undergraduate and graduate researchers, research interns, and award recipients every year.

Learn how to come to ��ɫֱ�� as a visiting researcher

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��ɫֱ�� International Centre

The International Centre provides support services and resources to international students on all our campuses, manages our exchange and study abroad programs, and acts as a social and cultural hub in Halifax. Meet with one of our advisors or stop in to attend one of our regular social events.