Graduate Certificate after Bachelor Degree?

[newcocon]

Hello everyone. I am an international student currently in my last year of a 4-year degree program. I am thinking about applying for a 1-year graduate certificate program after graduating at the same education institution, to build my credentials. The program would fit the field of study requirements that are currently in place. Am I correct that after completing the certificate program, I can apply for a 3-year PGWP based on the 2 programs (bachelor + graduate certificate)? Should I be concerned that my study permit extension application might be denied or that the PGWP would be issued for less time?

 

[Romin1995]

Hello everyone. I am an international student currently in my last year of a 4-year degree program. I am thinking about applying for a 1-year graduate certificate program after graduating at the same education institution, to build my credentials. The program would fit the field of study requirements that are currently in place. Am I correct that after completing the certificate program, I can apply for a 3-year PGWP based on the 2 programs (bachelor + graduate certificate)? Should I be concerned that my study permit extension application might be denied or that the PGWP would be issued for less time?

save your money and time

 

[newcocon]

save your money and time

Hi thanks for responding! Is there an alternative you would suggest?

 

[Naturgrl]

Hi thanks for responding! Is there an alternative you would suggest?

Take the 3 year PGWP, get a skilled job and work for two years. Learn French. Chances of study permit approval for the second program are high as you need to justify costs with career progression when you return home.