I am confused which program to choose for PR

[S.David]

Hello,

I am a PhD international student in Quebec, and I heard I have several options to choose from to become a PR, but I am not sure which one is the best for me. I know at least two programs that I am eligible to: PhD stream, and CSQ regular selection. I know a little French, and I am good in English, however, in both cases I do not have an official test results.

Any advice will be highly appreciated.

Thanks

 

[ThreeSquareImm]

Do you want to stay in Quebec?

Do you have work experience?

If so, what kind of work experience?

 

[S.David]

The only obstacle is French, and yes I may stay in Quebec. Unfortunately, I do not have a work experience, since I have continued my education in a row.

Thanks

 

[ThreeSquareImm]

Not speaking French makes it very difficult for you to qualify under any Quebec-specific programs. Their goal is to retain and attract French speaking applicants to help grow and sustain French culture in Canada.

What sort of field are you in?

 

[S.David]

Not speaking French makes it very difficult for you to qualify under any Quebec-specific programs. Their goal is to retain and attract French speaking applicants to help grow and sustain French culture in Canada.

What sort of field are you in?

Electrical Engineering/Communication

 

[S.David]

It is said that under the PhD stream, only 1000 applications will be considered. Does that mean it is highly competitive?

 

[ThreeSquareImm]

Probably not, 1000 applicants in one province for a quite particular stream, I don't think so.

 

[S.David]

So, these 1000 applications from each province not from all provinces?

 

[S.David]

Also, is this the best time to apply or it does not matter? Since they say that a cap year begins Nov. 5. The closest English exam is Dec. 15, and it may take 3 weeks to get the results, so I guess at the beginning of new year my application will be ready.

 

[S.David]

I am concerned about the at least one year full-time job experience. As I mentioned earlier, I did not have gaps between my educational levels!! Can I still apply to the PhD stream?

 

[scylla]

So, these 1000 applications from each province not from all provinces?

Assuming you are referring to the federal program - it's 1000 for all of Canada.

 

[scylla]

I am concerned about the at least one year full-time job experience. As I mentioned earlier, I did not have gaps between my educational levels!! Can I still apply to the PhD stream?

PhD stream requirements are fully outlined here:

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/apply-who-instructions.asp

 

[S.David]

I know it is outlined there, but I have some concerns and I appreciate if someone helps me. There are minimum requirements that should be met by all applicants under the Federal Skilled Worker, and this includes one year of full-time job. I do not have that, am I still eligible for PR under the PhD stream?

 

[TyrusX]

I know it is outlined there, but I have some concerns and I appreciate if someone helps me. There are minimum requirements that should be met by all applicants under the Federal Skilled Worker, and this includes one year of full-time job. I do not have that, am I still eligible for PR under the PhD stream?

Hi.
Indeed, you need the one year of work experience, as the PhD Stream is a subclass of the FSW program. But, if you have RA, that counts as work experience.
Your future Phd Stream doubts are better discussed on the PhD Stream thread:
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/applicant-from-phd-program-after-5-nov-2011-connect-here-to-get-status-t87348.3435.html

 

[S.David]

Thank you so much, indeed I have an RA.