Chances of getting a PGWP with a diploma from this private college?

[fonzybones]

Hi.
I am planning to take a 9-month diploma program on Audio Engineering and Music Production from this college in Vancouver called Harbourside Institute of Technology. I am aiming for eventual permanent residence if all goes well.

Best case scenario: I could get a 9-month PGWP, get a permanent job offer, and eventually be nominated thru BC PNP for PR.

Worst case sceario: I apply for another study permit and take a 1 year diploma/certificate program in a public college either in BC or Ontario.

What are your thoughts on this ?

 

[J5M]

Hi,

Hi.
I am planning to take a 9-month diploma program on Audio Engineering and Music Production from this college in Vancouver called Harbourside Institute of Technology. I am aiming for eventual permanent residence if all goes well.

Best case scenario: I could get a 9-month PGWP, get a permanent job offer, and eventually be nominated thru BC PNP for PR.

Worst case sceario: I apply for another study permit and take a 1 year diploma/certificate program in a public college either in BC or Ontario.

What are your thoughts on this ?

Your 'best case scenario' won't be as best as you might think since you won't get a PGWP for a diploma from a private school.

 

[fonzybones]

I forgot that to mention that this private college is falls under the DLI in BC- if that helps

 

[J5M]

Hi,

I forgot that to mention that this private college is falls under the DLI in BC- if that helps

Even if private schools are in DLI, doesn't mean all courses qualify for PGWP. From a private school (under DLI), you will get PGWP only for a degree course (no diploma/certificate). The only exception is Quebec where private schools qualify for PGWP (a private post-secondary institution that operates under the same rules and regulations as public institutions).

 

[fonzybones]

Hi,



Even if private schools are in DLI, doesn't mean all courses qualify for PGWP. From a private school (under DLI), you will get PGWP only for a degree course (no diploma/certificate). The only exception is Quebec where private schools qualify for PGWP (a private post-secondary institution that operates under the same rules and regulations as public institutions).

Ohh yeah I've heard. However, other sources are telling me different things. Do you think it'd be best to ask the college straight up instead? thanks

 

[scylla]

Ohh yeah I've heard. However, other sources are telling me different things. Do you think it'd be best to ask the college straight up instead? thanks

You certainly can. But it doesn't matter what the college says - all that matters is what CIC decides. We've seen some people here be told by their colleges that they will qualify for a PGWP and then later they don't. Forget about the private college and pick a public college instead.

 

[fonzybones]

You certainly can. But it doesn't matter what the college says - all that matters is what CIC decides. We've seen some people here be told by their colleges that they will qualify for a PGWP and then later they don't. Forget about the private college and pick a public college instead.

Cool. Thank you so much for that. I came across Langara with a similar program instead. It's a 3 semester program (1 year full time) that grants a Certificate after graduation so I'm hoping this is better.

 

[sharmad]

Hi Everyone!

I have received offer from GBC for T405 program. They have mentioned on their LOA "T405 is on average 25% online delivery. You may wish to confirm with Citizenship & Immigration Canada regarding Post Graduation Work Permit eligibility.". So does it mean this program is not eligible for 1 year PGWP? Can anybody confirm? Does it do something with DLI. Please help me friends.

 

[Kaur019]

Hi,





Even if private schools are in DLI, doesn't mean all courses qualify for PGWP. From a private school (under DLI), you will get PGWP only for a degree course (no diploma/certificate). The only exception is Quebec where private schools qualify for PGWP (a private post-secondary institution that operates under the same rules and regulations as public institutions).

Hi....i have applied to NYIT vancouver for MS(INCS) program...it is private college...will i get PGWP after completion of degree or not?

 

[canuck78]

Hi....i have applied to NYIT vancouver for MS(INCS) program...it is private college...will i get PGWP after completion of degree or not?

No.

 

[Kaur019]

But i read on internet that nyit students are eligible for pgwp

 

[canuck78]

But i read on internet that nyit students are eligible for pgwp

There may be an exception but in general I would stay away from private universities/colleges for various reasons.

 

[Kaur019]

There may be an exception but in general I would stay away from private universities/colleges for various reasons.

Nd what r that reasons?

 

[canuck78]

Quality of education, employers impression of the degree, no protection from school closing or going bankrupt, quality of professors, lower admission standards, higher tuition usually,etc

A large public university that does research is usually the way to go if you want to do a masters degree. Not sure how you found out about NYIT. Not sure how many Canadian students they have.

 

[Kaur019]

Hi....i have applied to NYIT vancouver for MS(INCS) program...it is private college...will i get PGWP after completion of degree or not?

Sir if i will migrate from non spp to spp college after arriving in canada then will it affect my PR and PGWP?