Hello everyone,
I am currently on a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and working full-time in Canada in a TEER-eligible job. I am planning to apply for PR under Canadian Experience Class (CEC) after completing 12 months of work experience.
I am considering enrolling in a fully online bachelor’s program from a UK university (distance learning, no physical presence outside Canada).
My question is:
Will enrolling in a foreign, fully online program affect the eligibility or counting of my Canadian work experience toward CEC, assuming I continue working full-time in Canada on PGWP?
From IRCC information, I understand that:
I would appreciate confirmation from anyone who has:
Thank you in advance for your guidance.
I am currently on a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and working full-time in Canada in a TEER-eligible job. I am planning to apply for PR under Canadian Experience Class (CEC) after completing 12 months of work experience.
I am considering enrolling in a fully online bachelor’s program from a UK university (distance learning, no physical presence outside Canada).
My question is:
Will enrolling in a foreign, fully online program affect the eligibility or counting of my Canadian work experience toward CEC, assuming I continue working full-time in Canada on PGWP?
From IRCC information, I understand that:
- CEC excludes work experience gained while studying as a full-time student in Canada
- There is no explicit restriction mentioned for foreign or online studies
I would appreciate confirmation from anyone who has:
- Applied under CEC in a similar situation, or
- Has official IRCC references or RCIC insight
Thank you in advance for your guidance.