Mohawk College

The two-week Global Learning Immersion program has been designed to provide foundational knowledge of unique and emerging topics. The delivery features hands-on class studies, along with campus engagement, community activities and industry exploration. The two-week program includes one (1) all-day field trip bridging weeks one and two, along with free time to explore the community.

Join one of our 2025 sessions …

June 8 to 21, 2025

• eSports Fundamentals
• Explore the gaming industry, applying historical context and grassroots aspects of the industry to present day. Distinguish between eSports and gaming, while working with industry experts on development.
• Game Design
• Explore the fundamental elements that make games a unique medium including rules, incentives and gameplay patterns.
• Global Communications
• Students will be introduced to acceptable workplace etiquette and practices in Canadian health care settings. Students will study the elements and dimensions of culture in order to appreciate why individuals from various cultures often demonstrate different behaviors and communication practices. Students will be expected to become competent in intercultural communication and apply their knowledge to a variety of scenarios such as a cross-cultural workplace conflict.
• Communication for Business (English)*
• Develop professional writing skills appropriate for communication with different audiences focusing on gathering, analyzing, organizing and communicating information in effective and persuasive professional documents.

Note: To ensure the success of all participants, attendees must have an intermediate to advanced level of English proficiency (equivalent to an IELTS 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5).

*Applicants to Communication for Business must have an intermediate level of English proficiency (equivalent to an IELTS 5.5 overall with no band less than 5.0).

Use the following link to submit your application to the Global Learning Immersion Program today!

Apply Here

The team will review all submissions and connect with participants about next steps.

Program fee

• Program cost: $3,450*
• Payment deadline: April 1, 2025
• Inclusions - Cost includes program registration fee, full calendar of events and programming, accommodation, health insurance, meal allowance, airport transportation, city bus pass, and much more!
• Exclusions - round trip airfare, personal expenses

This program is open exclusively to students 18 years and older. If you are interested in the program but not 18 email the team at international@mohawkcollege.ca for more information.

*Cost may differ for specialty or custom programs

Program Activities

• An exciting component of the Global Learning Immersion Program is exploring our community. 
• Some previous activities have included: 
• Canada’s Wonderland
• CN Tower & Ripley’s Aquarium
• Niagara Falls
• Rafting on the Grand River
• Wild Water Works
• Local Museums including Dundurn Castle, Battlefield House and more!

We can’t wait to meet you in Hamilton!

Here is a little bit of information to prepare you for your time at Mohawk College and in Canada.

• Programming 
• Each day a full calendar of academic and non-academic activities is prepared for participants. Activities are scheduled from 9 am to 4 pm daily with additional activities planned for evenings and weekends.

Participation requirements

• In order for you to obtain your final Certificate of Completion, and to meet the Program requirements, you will have to attend classes and pass your final assessment. Students cannot leave the program at any time, for any time or for any reason. Students are required to arrive and leave on the dates set by Mohawk College.
• Curfew
• For your security, the rules regarding curfew will be strictly enforced. Those breaking curfew will be dismissed from the program and returned home at their own expense.
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• Exemption requests
• Parents are not authorized to exempt their child from the classes, the activities or the curfew. Please note that we cannot authorize overnight trips or weekend trips even if they are with friends or family members. All students must respect the curfew at all times.
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• Free time 
• Students will have some free time outside of our programming, and will be responsible for their own safety during that time. Students are not permitted to leave the City of Hamilton without supervision at any time and for any reason.
• Health insurance 
• As part of the registration fee, we will provide students with Guard Me health insurance for the duration of the program. Please visit the GuardMe website to learn more about your coverage. Additional insurance would be purchased by the attendee at their discretion.
• Payments and deadlines
• Program fees and deadlines are outlined on the Program Invitation letter provided by Mohawk College. Review your document closely to ensure you meet all the timelines and deadlines and ensure your eligible to register upon visa approval.
• How to Pay
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• Mohawk College is a proud partner of Flywire, offering innovative and streamlined international payment solutions.
• Flywire provides:
• Convenient, local payment methods - credit card and direct debit
• 24-hour account access to your payment information
• The ability to set up multiple authorized users to make a payment on your account.
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• Founded by a former international student, Flywire’s mission is to ensure ease of payment no matter where they are in the world, removing barriers and costly fees. Flywire International payments allow students to make payments in their local currency, offering multiple payment methods, all with their 24/7 support and best price guarantee.
• Payment from outside Canada
• Use the student number listed on your Letter of Invitation to make payment
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• Note the payment processing could take 3 to 5 days. Please make the payment a few days prior to the deadline.
• Refunds
• If the participant's visa is denied, a refund will be processed to the original form of payment, less a $100CAD administrative fee.
• If the participant wishes to withdraw prior to the program start date, a refund will be processed to the original form of payment, less a $250CAD administrative fee.
• No refunds will be granted after the program start date.
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• Note:
• All fees are subject to change
• All amounts are listed in Canadian dollars
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• Personal expenses 
• It is suggested that each student budget sufficient spending money to support their personal expenses through the entirety of the program. Personal spending money may be used for souvenir shopping, purchasing snacks on outings, or other miscellaneous costs. Depending on personal needs, this amount could vary between $75CAD and $100CAD per week. For safety, we recommend bringing a credit or debit card instead of large amounts of cash if possible.
• Visa Application
• Students visiting Canada for less than six months may require a Temporary Resident Visa to participate in the Global Learning Immersion Program. Visit Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (opens new window) for more information on visa requirements and the application process. Use your Letter of Invitation, issued by Mohawk College, to support your visa application.