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Student visa for 40 plus, any scope for PR after that?

Tough Task

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Mar 26, 2019
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I am 42 year old. Graduate,, four year honours. No Masters. Want to move to Canada, but score doesnt match for PR openings.
What is the chance of my getting student visa?
Which subject will lead to a job and subsequent PR in Canada?
 

immihelper

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Feb 21, 2019
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You may consider looking into the Atlantic immigration pilot program. do some research on it. you may be able to land a job in your field...
 

Strygald

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Mar 15, 2019
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I'd say it's possible, what field are you a graduate of? I assume by score you mean express entry, what was your score? What will your score be if you factor in canadian education and work experience from pgwp. How long are you willing to study for in Canada? Also, there is the possibility of provincial nominations after you've finished studying and are working while holding the pgwp.
 

Tough Task

Newbie
Mar 26, 2019
3
0
I'd say it's possible, what field are you a graduate of? I assume by score you mean express entry, what was your score? What will your score be if you factor in canadian education and work experience from pgwp. How long are you willing to study for in Canada? Also, there is the possibility of provincial nominations after you've finished studying and are working while holding the pgwp.
My GT IELTS score is 7.5
I am a BBA, Bachelors of Business Administration
I did one Executive MBA which has been considered as a Diploma by WES
I dont mind studying for as long as it's required for I can afford both the time and and money. But I dont want to return back to my country after I am done with my study.
My listening score is 7, that is where I get low marks in Express Entry, and my age is a big minus too.
Please guide me, what to do.
I am planning to sit for Academic IELTS on June 22. Before that I need to make up my mind on the subject and University I would choose to study.
By the way, I have one toddler whom I am planning to take along if I move abroad.
 

Tough Task

Newbie
Mar 26, 2019
3
0
I am 42 year old. Graduate,, four year honours. No Masters. Want to move to Canada, but score doesnt match for PR openings.
What is the chance of my getting student visa?
Which subject will lead to a job and subsequent PR in Canada?
You may consider looking into the Atlantic immigration pilot program. do some research on it. you may be able to land a job in your field...
It seems that I must finish my studies in Canada, then I must have a job offer to apply for PR. I do intend to study in Canada, is there any particular subject that would get me a job quick and fast?
 

Strygald

Full Member
Mar 15, 2019
40
2
My GT IELTS score is 7.5
I am a BBA, Bachelors of Business Administration
I did one Executive MBA which has been considered as a Diploma by WES
I dont mind studying for as long as it's required for I can afford both the time and and money. But I dont want to return back to my country after I am done with my study.
My listening score is 7, that is where I get low marks in Express Entry, and my age is a big minus too.
Please guide me, what to do.
I am planning to sit for Academic IELTS on June 22. Before that I need to make up my mind on the subject and University I would choose to study.
By the way, I have one toddler whom I am planning to take along if I move abroad.

I am not sure how much research you've done already so i'll just throw stuff out there!

For choosing a subject I think it's a good idea to browse the different occupations in demand and choose one(or a few to approach institutions with) that you'll be happy doing and that gives good points.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/eligibility/find-national-occupation-code.html

From what i've heard you should try to choose a course that is related to or complements your previous academic and employment history eg* don't try to apply for your study permit with a course on Physics when you previously worked in catering.

You will want a course that is at least 2 years full-time so that you can get a 3 year post graduate work permit, more canadian work experience equals more points. Shorter courses, give shorter pgwp. Also make sure you only apply to DLI(designated learning institutions) or you may not be able to get a pgwp(means leaving Canada after your course is over).

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/temporary-residents/study-permits/post-graduation-work-permit-program/permit.html

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/prepare/designated-learning-institutions-list.html

Once you've chosen a course and approached one or more universities/colleges they should be able to help with a lot more advice, they'll probably tell you things like: never mention in your letter of explanation that you want to move to Canada, even though dual-intent is perfectly legitimate it'll sink your application. I have a representative that helped me with everything, including giving a lot of advice on writing the letter of explanation.

Although, you get 0 points due to your age(i'm in the same boat) you can still rack up a lot of points in other areas and there is always provincial nominations which you should look into at some point, each province has different requirements.