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?
Graduate Certificate after Bachelor Degree?
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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.
Hi, just confused on the last part. Do you mean chances of approval are low? I was hoping to use the extra year to build my credentials and then use the 3 years for PGWP after. That way I could have more time to work on English and French. Still undecided but I just wanted to confirm if I go with the second program it won't impact the length of my PGWP for 3 years.
Thought you had to complete the two programs within two years of each other...unless they changed the rules. If you took second program then only eligible for one year PGWP. Also getting a study permit for a second program will be difficult. You need to explain why you need the program and justify it with better pay and career prospects when you return home.