UBC DAP (PGWP)

[chelsea1465]

Hello!

I am planning on applying for the DAP in UBC. I am aware that the course takes 16-24 months to complete (24 if part-time). I would like to know how many years PGWP have students got after completing this program full-time?

Thank you so much in advance.

 

[Naturgrl]

How long is the program when full time, 16 months? 2 or 3 years PGWP. Most likely 3. You can’t get a PGWP if you are part-time.

 

[chelsea1465]

Yes the program is 16 months fulltime, yes I hope its 3 years

 

[Chen Sun]

Hi Chelsea,
I am also thinking to apply for UBC DAP too. May I ask if you are already enrolled? Is it possible to have a work permit to work off-campus during the time you pursue the full-time 16month DAP?
Also, do you notice that the DAP tuition is so affordable (around 14k CAD even for international students) as compared with other accounting diplomas at other universities/colleges? I don't know why it is that cheap.

 

[chelsea1465]

Hi Chen Sun,
Sorry I still haven't applied to the program. But I do know, when you are in Student Visa ,you can only work part-time (20hrs/week off campus) and you can work on campus (I don't think there isn't any restriction on On-Campus work hours).
Yes exactly, the tuition fee is considerably cheaper than the rest. I believe the reason for that is because they charge Canadians and Non-Canadians the same fee.

 

[Chen Sun]

Hi Chelsea,
I sent an email to the school for more information and awaiting their response. Meanwhile, I made some research into post-graduate diploma in accounting from different schools, if you'd like I can share the file. UBC DAP is so far the cheapest...

 

[chelsea1465]

Hi Chen Sun,
Yeah I would love to see the file, please do share it. Thank you.

 

[Chen Sun]

Hi Chelsea,

Below some feedback from UBC via email that may be of help:

"...
Tuition fees are currently $780 per course and may only be paid at the time of registration for each individual course; this is the same for both international and domestic students. Textbook and course material costs are approximately $175 per course (not included in tuition fee). DAP students are also subject to UBC Board of Governor and Student Society fees. More details can be found here: https://www.sauder.ubc.ca/programs/diplomas/diploma-in-accounting/admission-finance#ql-33313



Students are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) upon completion their final term of studies in the Diploma in Accounting Program. As UBC DAP is offered in a flexible format that allows students to be continuously enrolled full-time or adjust their enrolment each term as needed, it’s entirely at IRCC’s discretion on the PGWP duration granted and our office is unable to provide any further details on what this duration will be as this will vary from student to student. Students are required to complete 15 3-credit courses for program completion and may also complete additional optional electives during their time in the program. UBC DAP is offered in a flexible format, which allows students to be continuously enrolled full-time or adjust their enrolment each term as needed. Students are expected to complete all program requirements within 24 months of commencing the program.



For assistance with respect to visa/work permits, I encourage you to reach out to an International Student Advisor at UBC International Student Development as they are the campus resources dedicated to advising international students on immigration matters. https://students.ubc.ca/about-student-services/international-student-advising
..."

 

[chelsea1465]

Thank you for the information. I spoke to few past students, they said its 3 years PGWP. But im not too sure.

 

[Sent9749]

Thank you for the information. I spoke to few past students, they said its 3 years PGWP. But im not too sure.

Hi Chelsea,

Even I applied for UBC dap but the response on PGWP seems very vague, did you get any further confirmation from any existing students regarding the duration we get post completion

 

[chelsea1465]

Hi Sent9749,

I spoke to one International student, and he told me that the PGWP is 3 years, but I'm not too sure. Like you said, it is indeed very vague, and the final say lies on the Immigration officer.

 

[Sent9749]

Thats the worrying factor, no one can guide on the PGWP duration for this course.

 

[Abu_Rahim]

Hi,
Did anyone get an answer on this topic?
If yes, pls post.

 

[DesiPikachu]

Go to LinkedIn, search for non-Canadians who have it listed on their profile and ask them the PGWP duration they got on this program... No other way for you to find out - universities and colleges always give non-commital answers.

 

[Minaj]

Hey...can anyone tell me does ubc DAP provide any entrance scholarship to the international students from india??