Low academics.

[thahoody]

Hello,

I completed my civil engineering in 2017 December and since then I've been working as an Civil engineer.

Since Covid-19 construction companies are struggling to get any new projects.

So, I thought this would be the perfect time to upskill myself.

However, I recently went to a Educational consultant and they informed me that my Engineering percentage is too low (51.4%) and I wouldn't get admission in any university or college.

Even though my percentage is low I've a read a thread on this forum that explains that even with low academics we can secure admission in a uni/college. However that particular case could've been a lucky fluke.

So what do you ppl think of the chances of me getting accepted in a college or a university?

My PTE overall PTE score is 79
S-90, L-82, R-78, W-70

Also my PTE is also about to expire pretty soon.

So I was thinking of attempting Duolingo English Test.

Is DET acceptable for Canadian universities for a certificate program?

My preferred college and course is Construction Project Management at Canadore college for September intake 2021.

Any helpful reply would be appreciated

Thanks

 

[rogelcorral]

Hello,

I completed my civil engineering in 2017 December and since then I've been working as an Civil engineer.

Since Covid-19 construction companies are struggling to get any new projects.

So, I thought this would be the perfect time to upskill myself.

However, I recently went to a Educational consultant and they informed me that my Engineering percentage is too low (51.4%) and I wouldn't get admission in any university or college.

Even though my percentage is low I've a read a thread on this forum that explains that even with low academics we can secure admission in a uni/college. However that particular case could've been a lucky fluke.

So what do you ppl think of the chances of me getting accepted in a college or a university?

My PTE overall PTE score is 79
S-90, L-82, R-78, W-70

Also my PTE is also about to expire pretty soon.

So I was thinking of attempting Duolingo English Test.

Is DET acceptable for Canadian universities for a certificate program?

My preferred college and course is Construction Project Management at Canadore college for September intake 2021.

Any helpful reply would be appreciated

Thanks

Some colleges accepts DET. Durham College, for example, accepts DET during this pandemic time. Check with Canadore College on their acceptable English proficiency requirements.

 

[fritchou]

kinda a bit late for Sep 2021 intake. take in mind study permit application period and re-application in case of rejection.

DET is now acceptable in many colleges or universities u must check before applying if the program accepts duolingo.

also make sure the choice of programs align with ur past education and work experience and preferably a post graduate program ( to avoid visa issues )

check post graduate diplomas in your field. also take iels ( computer / faster ) it will stay with u and u might need it during study permit application.

 

[thahoody]

I see. I only want to go for DET because IELTS slots aren't available right now in my area as we are currently in a lockdown.

I thought I could save some time in the admission process if i go for DET.

However what do you guys think about my engineering percentage? Do you guys think that I'll be able to secure admission in any college?

I checked websites of few colleges that have Certificate project management in their curriculum and i cant seem to find any minimum percentage requirements.

Only bachelors degree with relevant background and minimum IELTS score of 6 or equivalent.

Should I just go ahead and apply for universities without the help of any agents ?

 

[crimsonautumn]

I see. I only want to go for DET because IELTS slots aren't available right now in my area as we are currently in a lockdown.

I thought I could save some time in the admission process if i go for DET.

However what do you guys think about my engineering percentage? Do you guys think that I'll be able to secure admission in any college?

I checked websites of few colleges that have Certificate project management in their curriculum and i cant seem to find any minimum percentage requirements.

Only bachelors degree with relevant background and minimum IELTS score of 6 or equivalent.

Should I just go ahead and apply for universities without the help of any agents ?

Universities list out minimum percentage in their eligibility criteria. Colleges would be your best bet.

 

[Impatient Dankaroo]

I see. I only want to go for DET because IELTS slots aren't available right now in my area as we are currently in a lockdown.

I thought I could save some time in the admission process if i go for DET.

However what do you guys think about my engineering percentage? Do you guys think that I'll be able to secure admission in any college?

I checked websites of few colleges that have Certificate project management in their curriculum and i cant seem to find any minimum percentage requirements.

Only bachelors degree with relevant background and minimum IELTS score of 6 or equivalent.

Should I just go ahead and apply for universities without the help of any agents ?

Any college? Sure
Good college? Probably not

 

[thahoody]

Doesn't matter what college I get into. Employers here don't care about good college. they only care about overseas degree.

I've narrowed down colleges to Conestoga, Canadore, Fanshaw, Cambrian and Lambton.

Does any of these colleges fall under good colleges category ?

 

[Impatient Dankaroo]

Doesn't matter what college I get into. Employers here don't care about good college. they only care about overseas degree.

You are in a for a big surprise