If i get a study permit for a master's course and decide to change to a lower level course after getting my visa what do i've to do? I understand that i need to notify cic about the change after June 1. Will they cancel my permit if i change to a lower level course than master's and change institution? Please help!
Change level of study
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I do not think so. usually if you change the program and/or a school AFTER you get to Canada you do not need to inform CIC (it is a right thing to do but not a demand). However, I am not so sure about lowering your level of study. On the www.cic.gc.ca they are talking only about the same levels.
Previously you didn't need to let them know even if you changed your study level but with the new rules you have to notify cic via mycic account. Read "Changing Institutions: Your Responsibility"Regina said:
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/study-changes.asp
Isn't it possible to do a lower level course than master's with the same study permit as long as its valid?
before or after you get to Canada- that is a question!
There are also nothing about changing to the lower level. but I am not sure. Maybe there is something in Operational manuals?
Well, it can be either before or after. For instance, what if I finish one semester and then transfer to a different course, that will result in me notifying after I get to Canada.Regina said:
I know there is no mention about lower level (only about level of study) but I've seen cases where some folks went after a 2nd bachelor's degree.
I know getting a visa for a 2nd bachelor's is almost impossible so this is my only option. Also, isn't it a student's right to study whatever as long as good grades are maintained? Please clarify.
Not international students . International students MUST attend the university FULL time. (except in the very last semester).
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/study-changes.asp
So you MUST notify CIC as soon as you get your acceptance letter from another university.