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You can study a bachelor of artificial intelligence in Canada from Nepal after +2 by joining a dedicated degree such as Durham College's Honours Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence, or an AI degree or stream at a university such as Trent or Carleton. This page covers entry marks, tuition in CAD and Rs, co-op, jobs and work permit rules. Strong maths helps most.
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- Canada has few degrees named Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence, and many AI options are streams inside computer science.
- Durham College in Oshawa offers an Honours Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence over nine semesters and lists it as work permit eligible.
- Durham asks for Grade 12 U English and Grade 12 U Math, each at 60 percent, for its AI degree.
- Trent University offers AI as a BA and a BSc, with a paid co-op stream.
- A university degree has no field-of-study rule for the post-graduation work permit, but permanent residence is never automatic.
Can You Study Artificial Intelligence in Canada from Nepal After +2?
Yes, you can start an artificial intelligence degree or stream in Canada right after +2.
Artificial intelligence teaches computers to learn from data. You study programming, maths, statistics and machine learning. Students with strong +2 maths can apply, whether they come from science or management.
This guide is part of our study in Canada from Nepal series. Few Canadian schools offer a degree with exactly this name. Many offer AI as a stream or option inside a computer science degree, so also read our computer science in Canada guide.
Amounts below are in Canadian dollars. Use our CAD to Rs forex converter to see today’s value. We round at about Rs 108 for each dollar to give you an idea.
- Degree names differ: a full AI degree, a BA or BSc in AI, or an AI stream in computer science.
- Key subject: +2 maths, plus English.
- Co-op: available at Trent and Carleton.
- Work permit: Durham lists its AI degree as eligible.
What Marks and English Do You Need for an Artificial Intelligence Degree in Canada?
Durham College asks for Grade 12 U English and Grade 12 U Math, each with a final grade of at least 60 percent.
That is the entry rule on the Durham AI program page. It refers to an English proficiency page for equivalents, and it does not list a separate Nepal rule. Ask Durham which NEB marks match.
Trent says international students can apply based on the curriculum of their home country. It does not list marks on the Trent AI page. Carleton’s page for AI and machine learning has no marks either, and it asks you to pick your own curriculum in a form. Contact each admissions office for the Nepal rule.
Check your own result with the NEB GPA calculator. For English scores, read our minimum IELTS and PTE for Canada page.
Which Canadian Schools Teach Artificial Intelligence?
You can start with Durham, Trent and Carleton.
These schools differ in size and price. Compare them and open the profile you like. Pick two or three to ask about.
Durham College
Durham is in Oshawa, Ontario. It offers an Honours Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence over nine semesters. Read our Durham College profile.
Trent University
Trent is in Peterborough, Ontario. You can study AI as a BA or a BSc. Paid co-op is an option. See the Trent page linked above.
Carleton University
Carleton is in Ottawa. AI and machine learning is a stream in its Bachelor of Computer Science. A co-op option is available. See the Carleton AI page.
How Much Does an Artificial Intelligence Degree Cost in Canada?
Durham charges CAD 9,596.76 in tuition for the first semester, and Trent lists CAD 39,029.26 a year for general undergraduate programs.
Fees below are for international students and exclude housing and food. For those, read our cost of studying in Canada guide.
| Institution and program | International tuition and fees | About in Rs |
|---|---|---|
| Durham, Honours Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence (2026-27) | CAD 9,596.76 tuition for the first semester, before ancillary fees | about Rs 10 lakh a semester |
| Trent, all other undergraduate programs (2026/27) | CAD 39,029.26 a year, with CAD 35,631.91 in tuition | about Rs 42 lakh |
Sources: Durham tuition and Trent fees.
Trent’s fee page has no separate line for AI, so the general undergraduate line is the nearest figure. Check with Trent before you plan. Carleton’s page links to a separate costs page and shows no amounts, so ask Carleton for the current fee.
For visa money, read Canada proof of funds. For awards, see scholarships to study in Canada.
What Do You Study in an Artificial Intelligence Degree?
You study programming, maths, statistics, data and machine learning.
The early years build your programming and maths base. Later courses cover machine learning, data handling and building AI tools. Trent says its program helps you build skills in machine learning, data science, software development and research.
Durham describes a work-integrated learning experience in data analytics or AI, with a field placement course.
Is Co-op Available in an Artificial Intelligence Program?
Yes, at Trent and Carleton, and Durham offers a field placement.
Trent describes a five-year co-op stream with three work terms of 12 to 16 weeks. Carleton says a co-op option is available. Durham does not use the word co-op on its page.
Places depend on the school and the job market. Ask how international students apply.
Should You Choose a Degree or a Stream in Computer Science?
A dedicated AI degree gives you focus from the first year, while an AI stream keeps the wider computer science base.
A computer science stream suits you if you want to keep options open. A dedicated degree suits you if you are sure about AI. Both need strong maths.
Durham’s degree is a college credential, taught in Oshawa. A university degree may be more accepted for further study, so ask your target master’s school what it accepts. Read our masters in Canada guide.
What Jobs Can an Artificial Intelligence Degree Lead To?
You can work as a machine learning developer, data analyst, software developer or AI support specialist.
Artificial intelligence is not a licensed profession, so you do not need a separate licence to start. Employers look at your skills, projects and work placements. Compare this course with data science if you like working with data.
Can You Work and Stay in Canada After an Artificial Intelligence Degree?
You can work up to 24 hours a week off campus during term and apply for a post-graduation work permit after your degree, but permanent residence is not automatic.
The Post-Graduation Work Permit can last up to three years, depending on your program length. Degrees have no field-of-study rule, while many college credentials do. Our guide on working over 24 hours in Canada covers the weekly limit.
No course leads to permanent residence on its own. Read PR pathways through education in Canada to plan honestly. Part-time job ideas are in part-time jobs in Canada for international students.
When Can You Start and What Else Should You Check?
Start dates, documents and visa steps have their own guides, so use those.
Durham lists September, January and May terms in its fee table. For other schools read Canada intakes. For papers, read Canada student visa requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Durham, Trent and Carleton accept students into AI degrees or streams. Strong maths marks help.
Yes, but few schools use that exact name. Durham College offers an Honours Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence, and many universities offer AI as a stream.
Durham’s degree takes nine semesters. University degrees are usually four years, and Trent’s co-op stream is five years.
Durham’s tuition is CAD 9,596.76 for the first semester, about Rs 10 lakh. Trent lists CAD 39,029.26 a year for general undergraduate programs, about Rs 42 lakh.
Durham asks for Grade 12 U English and Grade 12 U Math at 60 percent each. Other schools publish different rules, so ask each one for the Nepal rule.
A university degree has no field-of-study rule for the post-graduation work permit. Durham lists its AI degree as eligible. Check the official list.
No. No course leads to permanent residence on its own. Read the PR pathways guide to plan honestly.
How Can Goreto Help You Apply?
Goreto counselors help you pick a program, check your marks and prepare your papers.
You can meet a counselor at our Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Chitwan, Itahari or Pokhara branch. Visit get in touch to find the nearest office.
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Fees, entry marks and program rules change, so confirm each detail on the official university or college page before you apply.
