Can I apply for a master’s in Canada with a 3-year bachelor’s degree?

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Prateeksha Manral · Accepted Answer

Yes, they accept a 3-year masters in Canada. However, it all depends on the university. The program is very determined by the university, considering some universities do accept students with 3-year undergraduate degrees, especially those originating from countries where a three-year degree is common-for example, India.
Flexible universities may look towards other factors such as superior academic performance, work experiences, or other certificates of specialization to supplement and complement your application. Other fields such as business or arts might be less strict in terms of entry requirements. In most cases, technical courses require stricter entry requirements.
To be more successful, you need to look for universities that take 3-year degrees and comprehensive approaches in the admission process. If you are not sure, just ask the admissions office what their requirements are for a student like you.
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Preeti Singh · Answer

One can apply for a master's in Canada with a 3-year bachelor's degree, but not all schools will accept it. Some universities in Canada have a policy that will accept international students on 3-year degrees, especially where it is from a recognized institution. For instance, some schools like York University and the University of British Columbia have accepted students with 3-year degrees based on the country they issued them from. But there might be more competitive schools looking for a 4-year degree.
The most obvious way to enhance your application is by taking up a postgraduate diploma or certification course relevant to your area of study. This may bridge gaps in your profile, thus making it more competitive. The final step to getting the answer would be contacting specific programs to get back at them with confirmation about what requirements they have and thereby figuring out your eligibility.