Gap of 5 years

[ashok_dhingra]

Hi,

I have completed my graduation in May 2013 and now I am looking to apply for September 2018 intake.

Can you please help me that will I be eligible for the VISA as I do have work experience for 4.6 years in same.

 

[easyrider13]

I think it is possible. You will have to add a very strong SOP though, to explain why you're going back to studies after so long and why this course will help you in your career. I graduated in 2012 and managed to get visa a for 2017 Jan intake. (I did do a PG in 2015 but I don't think that was not counted as I received an offer letter for a PG course in Canada.

 

[ashok_dhingra]

I haven't done any PG or anything. I don't know what will happen. However, thank you for your help.

 

[easyrider13]

So did you have any work experience or formal education between 2012 and 2017? Apart from your PG in 2015?
I am planning to apply next week and I believe I would be refused. I have completed Bachelor in 2015. No formal education or work experience other than some odd part times. Currently doing a 4 months Intern and that's it. Applied to Masters program at a Uni in Ontario, related to my field.

Yes. All the gaps between my studies were periods where I had a full-time job. My consultant mentioned that 6 months is the maximum time one should be idle (not hold a job or not studying). Anything above that and it is a red flag for the visa officer. If you can somehow show that you were involved in activities or part time projects it may help but I'm not sure.

 

[easyrider13]

I have done freelance projects. But they are all one of thing. And I have been with an online paid training program for 2 years now. Will that do?
I am also a fitness instructor but that doesn't go with my field. Should I mention that?

Your profile is very scattered and I think you'll have a tough time putting together a strong case on your own. Have you considered visiting a genuine consultant? They'd be in a better place to help you out.