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adas

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Hello :),
I am about to finish my Ph.D. in the province of Quebec but I don't speak french. Is it possible for me to apply for permanent residence here in Quebec?

I will appreciate your input.
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

I am currently a PhD student at McGill and got my CSQ last week without having any French and English test. It depends on your Area of Training because it carries 16 points. I got 16 points for my Canadian masters.
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

rokib2012 said:
I am currently a PhD student at McGill and got my CSQ last week without having any French and English test. It depends on your Area of Training because it carries 16 points. I got 16 points for my Canadian masters.

Thanks rokib2012 for that! can you direct me to the link with point system. I want to apply for PEQ using my Phd Degree from Quebec university.
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

adas said:
Thanks rokib2012 for that! can you direct me to the link with point system. I want to apply for PEQ using my Phd Degree from Quebec university.

I believe you are talking about quebec skilled worker program.
unfortunately, My PhD degree is in cell and molecular biology. it is not in the list.
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

adas said:
Thanks rokib2012 for that! can you direct me to the link with point system. I want to apply for PEQ using my Phd Degree from Quebec university.

PEQ is not possible without an advanced intermediate knowledge of French.
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

thejkhan said:
PEQ is not possible without an advanced intermediate knowledge of French.
you are right dude but have u any other source??????????? :o plz tell me
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

Christena421 said:
you are right dude but have u any other source??????????? :o plz tell me

There is only 1 source. Just do a google search and check the PEQ requirements from Quebec immigration site.
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

thejkhan said:
There is only 1 source. Just do a google search and check the PEQ requirements from Quebec immigration site.
I realize that but If you get a degree from a French university doesn't that suffice for a PEQ?
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

Christena421 said:
you are right dude but have u any other source??????????? :o plz tell me
Christena421 are you in the same situation?
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

adas said:
I realize that but If you get a degree from a French university doesn't that suffice for a PEQ?
Yes, based on what I have known, many student got the csq through PEQ, after they got a degree from a french language university in QUEBEC such as umontreal , laval, polytecnique, even they have no any french points or french ability.
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

POLYNING said:
Yes, based on what I have known, many student got the csq through PEQ, after they got a degree from a french language university in QUEBEC such as umontreal , laval, polytecnique, even they have no any french points or french ability.

Thanks Polyning. I believe this was the case. I just want to make sure if this still is the case. anyone else has more info. on that please share.

thanks
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

adas said:
Thanks Polyning. I believe this was the case. I just want to make sure if this still is the case. anyone else has more info. on that please share.

thanks

That's something I'd like to know as well!
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

Hi adas and thejkhan,
I know previously many student got PEQ after graduating from a French language university in Quebec. But recently, they added a condition that you have to write your thesis in French too.

If you are a graduate or future graduate, you can submit:

* a final transcript attesting to the successful completion of a study program in Québec pursued entirely in French (including the master’s and doctoral theses, if applicable) or

* an attestation of results of a French test or diploma recognized by the Ministère that demonstrates attainment of a level of competency in oral comprehension and oral production of 7 or higher on
the Échelle québécoise des niveaux de compétence en français des personnes immigrantes adultes or to its equivalent (level B2 or higher of the Common European Framework of Reference).

Have a good day
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

rokib2012 said:
Hi adas and thejkhan,
I know previously many student got PEQ after graduating from a French language university in Quebec. But recently, they added a condition that you have to write your thesis in French too.

If you are a graduate or future graduate, you can submit:

* a final transcript attesting to the successful completion of a study program in Québec pursued entirely in French (including the master’s and doctoral theses, if applicable) or

* an attestation of results of a French test or diploma recognized by the Ministère that demonstrates attainment of a level of competency in oral comprehension and oral production of 7 or higher on
the Échelle québécoise des niveaux de compétence en français des personnes immigrantes adultes or to its equivalent (level B2 or higher of the Common European Framework of Reference).

Have a good day

Are there any cheap schools that prepare you for the exams? if there are do you have recommendations
 
Re: PhD student in Quebec but minimum french skills

adas said:
Are there any cheap schools that prepare you for the exams? if there are do you have recommendations

I have no idea about schools. I know many University offer French courses. You can check Quebec immigration website, they have mentioned which level is enough for their requirement and it is also vary university to university. It is time consuming but easy to get certificate.