If you’ve recently completed an 8-month to one-year academic program in Canada but aren’t ready to apply for your post-graduation work permit (PGWP), you might want to explore returning to school for a second program.
Paying international tuition is no laughing matter, so making the decision to invest in a second program must be carefully considered and calculated.
If you’re weighing the pros and cons, here are five significant advantages of continuing your studies in Canada that you should keep in mind:
1. Delay your PGWP application
The Canadian Post Graduation Work Permit is a once-in-a-lifetime chance, so don’t rush into it. First, if the employment market forecast appears bleak, you may want to reconsider using this privilege. Second, if you intend to eventually settle in Canada, you should consult with an immigration lawyer to examine your current Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score under Express Entry. A lawyer can assist you in determining whether your application could benefit from the additional points associated with a longer PGWP (Canadian work experience).
2. No pressure to find a job quickly or leave Canada
An international student trip requires significant effort, ambition, and financial resources. From getting on a plane and leaving your old life behind to starting over in a new country, your path to success can be as brutal as it is exciting. You did not travel all the way to Canada and invest in your education only to leave without achieving your original goal. Returning to school for a second program can provide you the time you need to accomplish your goals.
3. Opportunity to enhance your qualifications and skillset to meet the demands of the Canadian job market
As an international student, it takes time to gain an awareness of the Canadian labor market and identify common career paths. Returning to school for a second program allows you to earn valuable Canadian experience while also excelling in the academic/professional subject of your choice.
4. Earn eligibility for a longer PGWP
The length of the PWGP issued to you is determined on the duration of your studies in Canada, therefore returning to school will allow you to obtain a lengthier PGWP in Canada.
5. Improve your CRS score to qualify under the Canadian Express Entry process
Each overseas student leaves their native country with a distinct educational and professional background. If your decision to come to Canada was influenced by its appealing immigration pathways, you should consult with an immigration lawyer to determine your current Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. An immigration lawyer can advise you on whether returning to school to improve your qualifications and professional expertise will aid your immigration application.
Are you ready to apply to a second college program?
Someone who already has access to all the information you require. Here’s where we can help. N&N counselors have the information and skills to help you discover a school and program that fits your budget.
N&N is dedicated to assisting international students in Canada accomplish their educational and professional goals. We do not charge our students a fee for our services.
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