Nov 16th update - PhD candidates can apply through BC PNP

[amvs]

As of Nov 16th, for the BC PNP

• The International Post-Graduate stream has been expanded to include doctoral graduates and PhD candidates in any field of study

I already had an Express Entry profile submitted. Is there a way to change my profile to PNP?

If I have to create a new profile, how do I get the PNP option?

Thanks in advance

 

[ragolliangatan]

As of Nov 16th, for the BC PNP

• The International Post-Graduate stream has been expanded to include doctoral graduates and PhD candidates in any field of study

I already had an Express Entry profile submitted. Is there a way to change my profile to PNP?

If I have to create a new profile, how do I get the PNP option?

Thanks in advance

I think you would withdraw from the express entry pool, and once you have a nomination from the province create a new EE profile.

 

[awaiss20]

We are applying on the basis of PhD candidacy, however, there is question on BC PNP form that did you complete your education from Canada/BC?
Since, we have not completed but still eligible then how should we deal with this question?

Thanks

 

[chickchick93]

We are applying on the basis of PhD candidacy, however, there is question on BC PNP form that did you complete your education from Canada/BC?
Since, we have not completed but still eligible then how should we deal with this question?

Thanks

Hi, I checked the BC PNP technical guide, and for the Ph.D. candidate, you have a specific way to declare your candidacy

• Level of post-secondary education attained

  Use the drop-down list to select PhD candidates should select Post Graduate (incomplete)

  
  
  

  Field of study

  Use the drop-down list to select PhD candidates – select ‘Other’ and type “PhD Candidate – your field of study

  
  Since I transferred directly from MS.c to Ph.D., I haven't completed the Ph.D. For the last question to ask about IPG eligibility, unfortunately, I have to say no. But I already followed the instruction to declare my candidacy. I just submitted the application 2 days ago, don't how long it will take for the Ph.D. candidacy case.

Hope for the best to come.

 

[aerospace1365]

We are applying on the basis of PhD candidacy, however, there is question on BC PNP form that did you complete your education from Canada/BC?
Since, we have not completed but still eligible then how should we deal with this question?

Thanks

Hello, is this program only for phd students in BC?

 

[awaiss20]

Hello, is this program only for phd students in BC?

Yes

 

[Tubiti]

I hope ontario takes a similar decision soon ((

 

[Zibakhanim]

Hello everyone. I am a PhD candidate in BC and I want to apply for BC PNP. Do I need an ECA for my undergraduate and master's degrees? I think this will not be a requirement since I am a candidate at a Canadian university. Has anyone had this experience?

 

[Taran D]

Hello everyone. I am a PhD candidate in BC and I want to apply for BC PNP. Do I need an ECA for my undergraduate and master's degrees? I think this will not be a requirement since I am a candidate at a Canadian university. Has anyone had this experience?

The Ph.D is still in progress, you have not as yet achieved it. So as for now your highest degree is Masters', hence you do need an ECA.

 

[spiderweb]

Hi, I checked the BC PNP technical guide, and for the Ph.D. candidate, you have a specific way to declare your candidacy

• Level of post-secondary education attained

  Use the drop-down list to select PhD candidates should select Post Graduate (incomplete)

  
  
  

  Field of study

  Use the drop-down list to select PhD candidates – select ‘Other’ and type “PhD Candidate – your field of study

  
  Since I transferred directly from MS.c to Ph.D., I haven't completed the Ph.D. For the last question to ask about IPG eligibility, unfortunately, I have to say no. But I already followed the instruction to declare my candidacy. I just submitted the application 2 days ago, don't how long it will take for the Ph.D. candidacy case.

Hope for the best to come.

Are PhD candidates still eligible to apply for BC PNP?

When applying for the BC PNP online, should I answer "NO" to the question "Do you have a graduate degree from a post-secondary institution in B.C.?" since I have not yet received my degree and am currently a candidate?

Additionally, I am planning to apply for BC PNP non-express entry. Will I be required to demonstrate funds in my bank account?

 

[akamel]

Are PhD candidates still eligible to apply for BC PNP?

When applying for the BC PNP online, should I answer "NO" to the question "Do you have a graduate degree from a post-secondary institution in B.C.?" since I have not yet received my degree and am currently a candidate?

Additionally, I am planning to apply for BC PNP non-express entry. Will I be required to demonstrate funds in my bank account?

When I select "No", it does not allow me to continue with my application. Is there a mistake I did somewhere else in the profile? My friends who applied 6 months ago, answered "No", and it was fine.

 

[agao3]

When I select "No", it does not allow me to continue with my application. Is there a mistake I did somewhere else in the profile? My friends who applied 6 months ago, answered "No", and it was fine.

same here. DId you fix it?

 

[akamel]

same here. DId you fix it?

Yes.

We should answer "YES" for this question.
Below is the response I got:

Do you have a graduate degree from a post-secondary institution in B.C.?
If you are a PhD student who has been admitted to candidacy at a public B.C. post-secondary institution, please select yes.

Is your program of study on the list of eligible IPG programs of study (PDF)
Select the correct response.

 

[akamel]

Yes.

We should answer "YES" for this question.
Below is the response I got:

Do you have a graduate degree from a post-secondary institution in B.C.?
If you are a PhD student who has been admitted to candidacy at a public B.C. post-secondary institution, please select yes.

Is your program of study on the list of eligible IPG programs of study (PDF)
Select the correct response.

you should also note that the question to the question "Is your program of study on the list of eligible IPG programs of study (PDF)" should always be yes if you are a PhD candidate because all doctoral studies is eligible IPG programs

 

[MJ1234]

Hi all ,
I have the same question - if I select no to the IPG eligibility question , the system does not let me submit , I am not sure if we can select yes to this question , since we do not currently have a phd degree
Could you confirm , if we can select yes to the question - do you have a degree from Bc ? Even if we are a phd candidate ?