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Police Foundations

Northern College · Timmins, Canada · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

Level

Bachelor's

Duration

2 years (4 semesters)

Tuition / year

C$17,377 (≈ ₹11.6 lakh)

Intakes

September (Fall 2027)

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Course overview

Police Foundations is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course at Northern College in Timmins, Canada. It takes 2 years (4 semesters), with intakes in September (Fall 2027).

Northern College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityNorthern College (Public)
LocationTimmins, Canada
CoursePolice Foundations
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Duration2 years (4 semesters)
Tuition per yearC$17,377 (≈ ₹11.6 lakh)
IntakesSeptember (Fall 2027)
English requirementIELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL iBT 79; PTE 58; Duolingo 105

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is C$17,377 a year, about ₹11.6 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly C$34,754 (≈ ₹23.3 lakh) before any yearly increase.

Fall 2027 estimate per year from the international programmes list; 2026-27 tuition is CA$15,715.60 plus ancillary fees (CA$1,661 at Timmins)

Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at Northern College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Certificates and diplomas need the equivalent of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma plus programme-required courses, so Indian Class 12 with the right subjects.
  • A credential assessment (ICAS, University of Toronto CES or WES) may be required.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL iBT 79; PTE 58; Duolingo 105.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS6.0 overall with no band below 5.5 for most certificates and diplomas; 6.5 with no band below 6.0 for Practical Nursing, Paramedic, Medical Laboratory Technician, instrumentation and the BScN.
TOEFL iBT79 for most programmes; 88 for the higher-requirement programmes and the BScN.
PTE58 for most certificates and diplomas; 60 for graduate certificates, higher-requirement programmes and the BScN.
Duolingo105 for most certificates and diplomas; not accepted for health programmes such as Practical Nursing, Paramedic and the BScN.
ExemptionsIndia is not on Northern's list of English-exempt countries, so plan to take a test.

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Intakes

This course starts in: September (Fall 2027).

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Canada

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport
  • Certified transcripts (Class 10, Class 12 and any degree), with notarised English translations where needed
  • English test result dated within the last 24 months
  • CA$100 OCAS International application fee
  • Deposit after accepting the offer (amount in the offer letter)

Scholarships

  • International Entrance Scholarship

    UG and PG

    Value: CA$2,000 (CA$1,000 in each of the first two semesters)

    New international students registered full-time in an eligible programme and campus for Fall 2026 or Winter 2027; apply with the online form by 31 August (Fall) or 31 December (Winter); second payment needs no failed courses

    Official page
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About Northern College

Northern College is a public Ontario college with campuses in Timmins, Haileybury, Kirkland Lake and Moosonee in Northern Ontario. It offers certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas and a four-year BScN, with strengths in engineering technology, trades, mining, health sciences and veterinary sciences. A separate set of programmes, mostly in business, IT and health care management, is delivered in Toronto with Pures College of Technology, leading to a Northern College credential.

For Indian students, Northern's main draw is cost: most diplomas are estimated at about CA$17,377 a year for Fall 2027, including ancillary fees, which is low for Ontario. Popular choices include Computer Engineering Technician, Business – Accounting, the three-year engineering technology diplomas and Practical Nursing. The northern campuses are in small mining and forestry towns, so check part-time work and housing early.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Police Foundations at Northern College?

The tuition for international students is C$17,377 a year (about ₹11.6 lakh). Fall 2027 estimate per year from the international programmes list; 2026-27 tuition is CA$15,715.60 plus ancillary fees (CA$1,661 at Timmins). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Police Foundations?

The course takes 2 years (4 semesters).

What English score do I need?

IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL iBT 79; PTE 58; Duolingo 105. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September (Fall 2027). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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