Hi,
I have a question. I recently created an Express Entry profile. But I am confused about the NOC code. I am a software engineer/programmer and into IT but with a BTech degree in Electronics & Telecommunications. So initially I selected
NOC 2173 (Software engineers and designers). But there is another
NOC 2174 (Computer programmers & Interactive media developers).
Though the job duties are similar but the employment requirement are different.
While NOC 2173 states:
- A bachelor's degree, usually in computer science, computer systems engineering, software engineering or mathematics or Completion of a college program in computer science is usually required.
NOC 2174 states:
- A bachelor's degree in computer science or in another discipline with a significant programming component or Completion of a college program in computer science is usually required.
Link:
http://noc.esdc.gc.ca/English/noc/QuickSearch.aspx?ver=16&val65=2173
http://noc.esdc.gc.ca/English/noc/QuickSearch.aspx?ver=16&val65=2174
So my question is, being from Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering background, which NOC code will be appropriate for me. Also does the educational background plays a vital role in selecting NOC code.
Please guide me in this as currently I have NOC 2173 in my express entry profile.
Thanks in advance.