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Education Acceptance (Distance Learning)

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i Don't think so ..............to claim for education points it has to be as regular student .
check for seniors input as well.
 

Pippin

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We've had some extensive discussions about this topic in the past 6 weeks. You can search for it in the box at the top right.
 

PMM

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Hi

Scanner said:
Experts please do let me know. Is distance education counted for immigration purpose.
Sometimes. (Not a great answer) but here is a Federal Court ruling. http://decisions.fct-cf.gc.ca/en/2011/2011fc401/2011fc401.html
 

shaikh sahib

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Scanner said:
Experts please do let me know. Is distance education counted for immigration purpose.
not at all you would get nothing either for private (external) education or distance learning. it is confirmed and i have personally experience of that.
 

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shaikh sahib said:
not at all you would get nothing either for private (external) education or distance learning. it is confirmed and i have personally experience of that.
can you please describe your experience on this?
I have a 4 years bachelor degree of computer and information systems from university of Aleppo - Syria - open learning section. we attended a weekly classes (friday and saturday). will they grant me point for that in quebec skilled worker immigration?
 

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If the distance learning course is recognized by a University authorized by government and if the course is required to attend minimum 15 hours of class attendance per week then, CIC would consider it.

For e.g., IGNOU and MAHE in INDIA, University of Southern-ton in Singapore etc.
 

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Hi Scanner,

Please refer to this link...you will find correct answer .

www.cic.gc.ca/english/resources/manuals/op/op06-eng.pdf

Regards,
Mayank

Scanner said:
Experts please do let me know. Is distance education counted for immigration purpose.
 

Amirjs

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migrating2ca said:
If the distance learning course is recognized by a University authorized by government and if the course is required to attend minimum 15 hours of class attendance per week then, CIC would consider it.

For e.g., IGNOU and MAHE in INDIA, University of Southern-ton in Singapore etc.
does this apply for Quebec immigration system as well?
 

Amirjs

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mayankpandya said:
Hi Scanner,

Please refer to this link...you will find correct answer .



Regards,
Mayank
Mayank,

OP6 is for Federal. does it apply for Quebec? will they accept my degree mentioned above?
 

mayankpandya

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Dear Amirjs,

I do not have any idea abt Quebec ...

Regards,
Mayank

Amirjs said:
Mayank,

OP6 is for Federal. does it apply for Quebec? will they accept my degree mentioned above?
 

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Following is a question about distance education and an answer to it ,I think it will be helpful to you

What does Full time education mean? I attended a college and completed my 3 yrs bachelors degree, however my 3 years MBA Program is offered for working people and it is through distance education. So do i consider myself having only 15 yrs of fullt time education or 18 years?(with 12yrs schooling)



“Full-time” is defined as requiring at least 15 hours of instruction per week during the academic year, including any period of training in the workplace that forms part of the course
of instruction.

A distance learning credential is eligible for points as long as the program and academic institution are properly accredited by the local or state authorities.

You should get full-marks (25 points) for education based on the information you supplied.
http://en.allexperts.com/q/Canada-Government-Information-351/2010/5/Full-time-education-means.htm

Also agreed with post by Sir.PMM
 

Amirjs

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Kanamen said:
Following is a question about distance education and an answer to it ,I think it will be helpful to you

What does Full time education mean? I attended a college and completed my 3 yrs bachelors degree, however my 3 years MBA Program is offered for working people and it is through distance education. So do i consider myself having only 15 yrs of fullt time education or 18 years?(with 12yrs schooling)



“Full-time” is defined as requiring at least 15 hours of instruction per week during the academic year, including any period of training in the workplace that forms part of the course
of instruction.

A distance learning credential is eligible for points as long as the program and academic institution are properly accredited by the local or state authorities.

You should get full-marks (25 points) for education based on the information you supplied.


Also agreed with post by Sir.PMM
Kanamen,

Thank you for your reply. however, it seems that this post is for federal skilled worker while i am applying for Quebec Skilled worker.
do they consider the same concept of "Full Time" in federal and Quebec skilled worker programs?

Thanks,
 

Amirjs

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Hi Experts!

Can you please share your experience about this matter? It is for QSW guys... please I really need to know whether they accept my degree or not.

Much appreciated!