Hello. I applied for a student permit last Jan 2 via the Student Direct Stream. Unfortunately, I received a rejection letter which states as such:
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, based on the purpose of your visit.
Do you think I should reapply? My past educational background is not related to the program that I intend to take but I made it sure that I explained my intentions clearly thru my SOP. However, it seems they were still not convinced. Here are my info:
IELTS: 7.0
Past Educational Background: Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering (completed)
Work Experience: 5.5 years
Here is my SOP. I edited out my name for privacy.
I am AAAA and I have been admitted to the Early Childhood Education Basic Program of BBBB College. I have paid for my tuition fee, amounting to 15,500 CAD, and have received a Letter of Acceptance. I made a second payment amounting to 3,597.48 CAD for the miscellaneous fees to settle any remaining balance with the school. I have already received a GIC confirmation letter from CIBC. The rest of my living expenses will be supported by my brother. I will also be accommodated by a distant relative, who is currently living in Surrey, BC.
As what you might have noticed upon initial review of my profile, my previous field of study is very different from my proposed study program. To clarify my objective in choosing Canada for my proposed studies, let me tell you about my educational history and what made me want to pursue an entirely different field. During my grade school days, I developed a keen interest in teaching. I grew up with my uncle who was, at that time, studying to be an educator. As a child, my earliest dream was to be a teacher like him. However, when I finished high school, I qualified for a scholarship in the field of engineering. Coupled with my career assessment exam results which recommended a field in mathematics and logical reasoning, I decided to take up the most practical course for me at that time—engineering.
I have been working as a chemical engineer in a local power plant in my hometown for the last 5 years. Industrial work can be tough at times for females, especially since the field of engineering in the Philippines is dominated by the male population and I can personally attest to how gender discriminating this field can be. By the end of my fourth year in work, I hit a hard phase. I started to have doubts and often questioned myself if I was truly happy with my job.
I was bound by a 5-year contract service for my scholarship at that time but I wanted to try teaching kids so I volunteered during my free time. I started assisting in a day care center near my grandparent’s house during my days off. I also taught for the Sunday school in my church.
By the end of my fifth year in work, I finally decided to pursue the field of education. However, there was a conflict with the new educational system in the Philippines. The K-12 system implemented an additional 2 years in high school. This means that in order for me to enrol in an entirely new course, I have to get through that additional 2 years of secondary education on top of the 4 year course proper. So I went online and stumbled upon overseas diploma courses. I researched various programs and colleges on different countries and was surprised to see how straightforward and specific these courses can be. I came up with two choices: Ara Institute of Canterbury, New Zealand and Stenberg College, Canada. Both institutions have great reviews online but I found Stenberg College to be more informative curriculum-wise and their international student support system has been very responsive and helpful. This program is centered on developing occupational skills through the study and practice of certified and approved courses to become a nurturing and understanding educator to young children.
Most day care centers in the Philippines are being run by the local government and there are very few institutions that cater to full day child care. With the increase in the population of working mothers in a developing country, a facility that can cater to the needs of young children while their mother is away is necessary. After I finish my program at Stenberg College, I am planning to open a day care center in my hometown to nurture and educate young children all the while address the concerns of full day employed parents.
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, based on the purpose of your visit.
Do you think I should reapply? My past educational background is not related to the program that I intend to take but I made it sure that I explained my intentions clearly thru my SOP. However, it seems they were still not convinced. Here are my info:
IELTS: 7.0
Past Educational Background: Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering (completed)
Work Experience: 5.5 years
Here is my SOP. I edited out my name for privacy.
I am AAAA and I have been admitted to the Early Childhood Education Basic Program of BBBB College. I have paid for my tuition fee, amounting to 15,500 CAD, and have received a Letter of Acceptance. I made a second payment amounting to 3,597.48 CAD for the miscellaneous fees to settle any remaining balance with the school. I have already received a GIC confirmation letter from CIBC. The rest of my living expenses will be supported by my brother. I will also be accommodated by a distant relative, who is currently living in Surrey, BC.
As what you might have noticed upon initial review of my profile, my previous field of study is very different from my proposed study program. To clarify my objective in choosing Canada for my proposed studies, let me tell you about my educational history and what made me want to pursue an entirely different field. During my grade school days, I developed a keen interest in teaching. I grew up with my uncle who was, at that time, studying to be an educator. As a child, my earliest dream was to be a teacher like him. However, when I finished high school, I qualified for a scholarship in the field of engineering. Coupled with my career assessment exam results which recommended a field in mathematics and logical reasoning, I decided to take up the most practical course for me at that time—engineering.
I have been working as a chemical engineer in a local power plant in my hometown for the last 5 years. Industrial work can be tough at times for females, especially since the field of engineering in the Philippines is dominated by the male population and I can personally attest to how gender discriminating this field can be. By the end of my fourth year in work, I hit a hard phase. I started to have doubts and often questioned myself if I was truly happy with my job.
I was bound by a 5-year contract service for my scholarship at that time but I wanted to try teaching kids so I volunteered during my free time. I started assisting in a day care center near my grandparent’s house during my days off. I also taught for the Sunday school in my church.
By the end of my fifth year in work, I finally decided to pursue the field of education. However, there was a conflict with the new educational system in the Philippines. The K-12 system implemented an additional 2 years in high school. This means that in order for me to enrol in an entirely new course, I have to get through that additional 2 years of secondary education on top of the 4 year course proper. So I went online and stumbled upon overseas diploma courses. I researched various programs and colleges on different countries and was surprised to see how straightforward and specific these courses can be. I came up with two choices: Ara Institute of Canterbury, New Zealand and Stenberg College, Canada. Both institutions have great reviews online but I found Stenberg College to be more informative curriculum-wise and their international student support system has been very responsive and helpful. This program is centered on developing occupational skills through the study and practice of certified and approved courses to become a nurturing and understanding educator to young children.
Most day care centers in the Philippines are being run by the local government and there are very few institutions that cater to full day child care. With the increase in the population of working mothers in a developing country, a facility that can cater to the needs of young children while their mother is away is necessary. After I finish my program at Stenberg College, I am planning to open a day care center in my hometown to nurture and educate young children all the while address the concerns of full day employed parents.
