STUDENT POLICIES
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Student Policies
Prospective students are invited to contact the Admission Office to inquire about our study programs, admissions criteria, tuition fees, and available student services or apply online by completing the application form which is available on https://cit.edu.al/admissions-3/
You will be contacted for further information by the Admission Officer.
No expenses are charged for an application submission, for both domestic and international students.
The Admission Office is your first stop at University College “Canadian Institute of Technology”!
The Admission Office maintains an open-door policy and welcomes all prospective students and their families.
We assist interested students throughout the admissions process in a manner that is equitable, efficient, timely, and applicant-friendly.
Important Deadlines for Admission
The application period at CIT is open throughout the year, but registration only takes place in September.
The registration process and the calendar with the deadlines are established every year by an order of Albanian Academic Network and Albanian Educational Service Centre.
CIT sets the deadlines for the admission/registration in undergraduate and graduate study programs in accordance with the instruction of the Ministry of Education and Sport and the order of AAN and AESC.
Eligibility requirements for Bachelor Study Programs
To register in our university, all high school students must select University College “Canadian Institute of Technology” as one of their 10 choices available in UAlbania Portal.
To register in the UAlbania portal to study in one of our programs you should have:
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- Completed the high school with successful results and equipped with the Maturity Diploma;
- Successfully completed higher education abroad, equipped with their respective diploma, and have the diploma recognized (equivalence) by the Educational Services Center (QSHA);
- A high school GPA of 6.5 and above;
For Rankings
For all candidates who have the same average grade, to ensure a more accurate ranking, the CIT will apply the calculation formula as follows:
- 70% of the high school average grade for all years and 30% of the average grade of the subject group evaluated as important for each study program;
- 30% of the subject group for the programs of the Faculty of Economy will consist of:
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Economy
- 30% of the subject group for the programs of the Faculty of Engineering will consist of:
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Informatics
English Language Criteria
The candidate must have an English language average grade of 6 or higher according to the mandatory English exam or the State Matura optional English exam.
In cases where the candidate has not taken the mandatory or optional English language exam in the State Matura, the institutional test or any type of international certification recognized by MoES will be considered valid. The minimum English level required is B1.
Eligibility requirements for Master of Sciences Programs
New students are required to fill out an application form in order to be accepted into one of the Master of Science Programs
offered at CIT.
This form can be filled out on-line or in the premises of the Admission Office.
Students will classify to be admitted in one of the Master of Science Programs if they meet the following criteria:
- Have successfully completed their studies in the Republic of Albania or abroad and obtained the relevant Diploma, from a first study cycle Bachelor Program or an integrated second study cycle program accredited at the moment of the student graduation;
- Have an average GPA preferably no lower than 7.5.
- The English level required is B1 or higher. In case the candidate has completed his bachelor studies at a university in which teaching takes place in the English language, then the English language certificate is not an obligation for him.
International tests recognized under MoES guideline are:
- TOEFL (IBT), TOEFL (IPT)
- Cambridge
- IELTS
- TOEIC
- APTIS
- GESE
The English Certificate is valid as defined by the issuing institution.
Finalizing your registration at the respective Secretaries
After checking your status as a winner at UAlbania portal (https://ualbania.al/), you must go to the Secretary’s Office to finalize your registration and acquire your student status.
The registration fee is 300 €.
To complete the registration, you need the documents listed below:
Registration in Bachelor’s Programs
- A notarized copy of the high school diploma and transcripts with a GPA of at least 6.5/10
- An Identification document (ID card or passport photocopy)
- 2 Photos
- Statement printed by the HEI
- Application form (printed at the HEI)
Registration in Master’s Programs:
- Notarized Copy of Bachelor Diploma and the Grade List
- Notarized and certified copy in the Regional Education Directorate of the High School diploma and the Grade List.
- An Identification document (ID card or passport photocopy)
- 2 Photos
- International Certificate of English Language Test
- Statement printed by the IAL
Letter of Admission
Update: During the registration process, the CIT secretaries keep a separate register for the submission of documentation, the date and time of submission, as well as the signature of registered applicants. After signing the register, the secretary, in the presence of the applicant, performs the online registration on the UAlbania portal.
At the end of the procedure, the applicant and secretary sign two copies of the form printed by the system, one of which is given to the applicant.
Falsified Admission Documents
In case of submitting forged documents, the student is subject to the measures provided by the Criminal Code and other laws and by-laws in force.
In case of doubt about the authenticity of the information declared, the institution responsible for providing the educational service and/or CIT, initiates the data control procedure, eventually forwarding this data to the competent bodies.
Signing the Study Contract
After finalizing your registration at the Secretary’s Office, you have to sign the study contract which will clarify the following topics:
- Legal Framework;
- Rights and Obligations of both parties;
- Study Program;
- Tuition Fees;
- Refund;
- Instalments;
- Payment Method;
- Term of Contract;
- Termination of Contract.
Official CIT Student Status
Upon registration, you will be given your email account, with which you can also access CIT UMS (system).
The first week is programmed as an orientation week, during which the students meet their professors.
The professors will explain the course syllabus, the methodology they will use during the academic year and the total number of credits required to pass in the next academic year.
Suspension and Resumption of Studies
Students’ can request the suspension (freezing) of the studies for short periods of time. To suspend the studies the student must fill out the dedicated form, which can be found in the secretary’s office or on the website in the following link: https://cit.edu.al/student.
Policy
- For the interruption of studies for short periods, the student must fill in the relevant form, found at the Faculty Secretary’s Office or on the website, in which they explain the reasons and indicate the duration for which the interruption of studies is requested.
- After completing the form, the student submits it to the faculty secretary’s office and awaits approval from the faculty’s governing structures (Dean).
- Within 7 working days they will receive an official response for the request submitted by the Dean of the Faculty.
- Students, to whom the interruption of studies is approved for a specified period, will have no financial burden for the approved period.
Important
- In all cases, the approval of the interruption of studies should not exceed 1 (one) semester, and in special cases it should not exceed 2 (two) consecutive semesters.
- For students who discontinue their studies without receiving the faculty’s approval, the contractual relationship will continue to apply and there will be no interruption of the financial obligation.
Resumption of studies
For the resumption of studies for students who have interrupted them for reasons stated in the interruption request form, the student must complete the respective form available at the faculty secretary’s office or on the website in the following link: https://cit.edu.al/student.
After completing the form, they submit it to the faculty secretary’s office. Within 7 working days, they will receive an official response to their request from the Dean of the Faculty.
Withdrawal from University
At the end of the semester or before the beginning of a new one, students can request a withdrawal from the University for reasons like studies abroad, financial difficulties, English Language difficulties, medical reasons etc.
The student must fill out the dedicated form and submit the request to the secretary. The form can be found in the Secretary’s Office or on the website, in the following link: https://cit.edu.al/student. The request for withdrawal is evaluated and in case of approval the Rector orders the student’s deregistration from the University.
The Canadian Institute of Technology can initiate the procedure for the withdrawal from the University for Students in cases of cheating, plagiarism or other behaviours against the regulation and procedures of the University.
International students who want to pursue a Bachelor’s or Master’s study program at the Canadian Institute of Technology must apply directly to the Admission Office within the specified deadlines. International students must also apply at the Albanian Educational Service Centre (QSHA) for the recognition of the high school diploma or Bachelor’s degrees. You can find the application forms for the Albanian Educational Service Centre (QSHA) at the following links:
For the validity of the diploma: http://qsha.gov.al/infos/njesim_diplome/formular_anglisht.pdf
For the validity of the diploma of High School: http://qsha.gov.al/infos/njesim_diplome/arsim_mesem_anglisht.pdf
Documents to be submitted to the Educational Service Center are:
- Photocopy of the applicant’s identification document
- A copy translated and unified with the original of all grades of every year of high school and a diploma certifying completion of upper secondary education abroad or in the absence of certificates, a copy translated and unified with the original of the list of all grades of upper secondary education
- A copy translated and unified with the original of the document certifying that it has passed national exams equivalent to those of the State Matura in the Republic of Albania
All the documents submitted for validity (with the exception of the identification document) must have the apostille stamp of the country to come.
Eligibility requirements for International Students for Bachelor level
International students will classify to be admitted in one of the Bachelor study programs if they meet the following criteria:
- International high school diploma recognized by QSHA (Educational Service Center).
- Average high school GPA none less than 6.50.
- English Language – Candidates from non-English speaking countries are required to provide an internationally recognized English proficiency test, in accordance with the guidelines set by the Ministry of Education and Science. The English level required is B1 or higher. The test recognized by MoES are:TOEFL (IBT), TOEFL (IPT)
- Cambridge
- IELTS
- TOEIC
- APTIS
- GESE
Eligibility requirements for International Students for Master level
Students will classify to be admitted in one of the Master programs if they meet the following criteria:
- Candidates should have successfully completed their studies and obtained the relevant “Bachelor” program Diploma from an accredited program at the time of their graduation.
- Have an average GPA preferably no lower than 7.5.
- English Language – Candidates from non-English speaking countries are required to provide an internationally recognized English proficiency test, in accordance with the guidelines set by the Ministry of Education and Science. The English level required is B1 or higher. The test recognized by MoES are:
- TOEFL (IBT), TOEFL (IPT)
- Cambridge
- IELTS
- TOEIC
- APTIS
- GESE
Registration
The documents that an international student must submit to
register are:
- Application form (prepared according to MoES guidelines), provided by CIT.
- Copy of the document issued by the Educational Services Center confirming the recognition of the high school diploma, along with a copy of the grade list. Candidates who have not yet completed the validation process should submit a verification of their application to ESC for diploma validation. Photocopy of ID
- English Certificate if coming from a non-English speaking country
- Two personal photos
- Authorization form based on the MoES guidelines
Visa Application
- International
Students must apply for a “D / ST” visa – (for study purposes). - The
application for a Visa must be made within 90 days of the intended date of
travel. The application will be refused if your intended date of travel is
longer than 90 days from the date of your visa application. - Visa
application is examined between 15 and 30 days. - Visa
application process is only accepted if it is completed online, and you
must ensure to be outside of the territory of the Republic of Albania
after payment of the visa fee. - The
official website to apply for a Visa: https://e-visa.al/ .
Application for resident permit
International students who are interested in continuing their studies at the Canadian
Institute of Technology must obtain a Residence Permit.
The
application is done online through the e-Albania platform, in the following
link: https://e-albania.al/eAlbaniaServices/UseService.aspx?service_code=15308
The necessary documents needed for a Student Visa are:
- Photocopy of a valid travel document.
- Photos taken in the last 6 months (47x36mm).
- Evidence of suitable accommodation in Albania, certificate/ lease contract of the apartment in accordance with the standards of housing in Albania.
- Acceptance document from the host institution.
- Evidence of sufficient financial resources for living during the stay in Albania for the required period.
- Evidence of language proficiency of the study program / certificate of admission to the preparatory language course.
- Document for the payment of fees set by the host institution.
NOTE: Documents from the country of origin must have the apostille stamp or have been legalized from their diplomatic representatives in Albania, based on the agreement.
Brief steps:
Steps and Required Documents
• Visit: https://cit.edu.al/
• Complete the Application Form
• Contact the Admission Office to follow up with the process.
• Upload scanned documents after equivalenting in the QSHA.
• Visa Application
• Registration at Secretary Office
• Resident Application
Falsified Admission Documents
In case of submitting forged documents, the student is subject to the measures provided by the Criminal Code and other laws and by-laws in force.
In case of doubt about the authenticity of the information declared, the institution responsible for providing the educational service and/or CIT, initiates the data control procedure, eventually forwarding this data to the competent bodies.
Signing the Study Contract
After finalizing your registration at the Secretary’s Office, you have to sign the study contract which will clarify the following topics:
- Legal Framework;
- Rights and Obligations of both parties;
- Study Program;
- Tuition Fees;
- Refund;
- Instalments;
- Payment Method;
- Term of Contract;
- Termination of Contract;
Official CIT Student Status
Upon registration, you will be given your email account, with which you can also access to CIT UMS (system).
The first week is programmed as an orientation week, during which the students meet their professors.
The professors will explain the course syllabus, the methodology they will use during the academic year and the total number of credits required to pass in the next academic year.
Cost of Living in Tirana
Accommodation
University College “Canadian Institute of Technology” is located in one of the most important areas of Tirana within a walking distance from the main City Square and other cultural, recreational and historical places as well as governmental institutions. Such a location will come in handy while you are preparing yourself for an exciting career. Renting a house for students during their studies is very common in Tirana. In case you are thinking of renting one near CIT, here is a basic list of approximate cost of living expenses per month.
- Renting fees: 300 – 500 Euros
- Electricity bills: 50-100 Euros
- Water bills: 20 – 30 Euros
- Internet bills: 15 – 30 Euros
Transportation
- Public transportation: One-way ticket fee is 40 cents. Monthly travel passes within Tirana costs 15 Euros. You can use it on all public transportation lines.
- Bicycle: Municipality of Tirana offers the possibility to rent bicycles by using a mobile application called Mobike. The Monthly fee is 15 Euro.
- Walking
Entertainment Activities
Albania offers a dynamic Social Life. You can be part of one of the many activities organized during different seasons with affordable prices for students, starting from 15 Euro (daily trips) to 80 Euro (3-day trips). Albania, thanks to its wonderful weather and amazing nature, is a country that offers many tourist and historical trips such as:
- Hiking
- Rafting
- Parachuting
- Canoe
- Diving
- Horse Riding
- Paintball
- Swimming