Canada Post-study work - PR & settlement
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Expert Answers
Is applying to US universities for computer science still worth it for Indian students given immigration uncertainty?
→Yes, if your goal is elite education and global career leverage rather than a guaranteed path to permanent residency, since H-1B lottery odds sit near 3 to 4 percent; it is not worth it if you are relying on heavy debt and a lower-tier program.
Which is currently the better country for Indian students pursuing a master's, Canada or Australia?
→It depends on your priority. Canada offers cheaper tuition, around CAD 20,000 to 40,000 a year, and a faster route to residency through Express Entry. Australia offers higher post-study salaries, around AUD 85,000 to 120,000, more stable visa approvals, and stronger global rankings.
Among Canada, Australia, UK, and Ireland, which is realistically the best country to study and settle in after a BCom?
→There is no single best option, since all four countries have tightened rules and a BCom is a non-STEM degree competing against technology graduates. Australia offers the highest salaries, Canada gives the clearest permanent residency path, Ireland suits corporate finance, and the UK offers prestige but very difficult settlement.
Is pursuing a master's in Data Science in Canada, over Australia or Germany, a wise choice for long-term settlement?
→Yes, Canada is wise if your top priority is a fast, structured path to permanent residency, since the Post Graduation Work Permit feeds directly into Express Entry points. Australia pays data scientists more with tougher PR hurdles, while Germany is nearly free but demands strong German for a good job.
Is it realistic to build a strong career while also easily settling permanently in Canada as a skilled international graduate?
→Yes, it is realistic, though easily is misleading, since the process is structured but competitive. Your path runs from a designated institution, to a Post Graduation Work Permit, to Express Entry, and success depends on your field, CRS score, and landing skilled TEER 0 to 3 work quickly.
Should an Indian student pick University of Regina in Saskatchewan, Canada, over Guelph in Ontario for better PR chances?
→Yes, University of Regina generally offers better and more predictable PR chances. Ontario recently revoked its old graduate and job offer immigration streams, replacing them with a stricter employer-driven system, while Saskatchewan still reserves 750 nominations yearly for its own graduates through the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program.
Does it make sense for an experienced AI/ML engineer to take a large loan for a one year data science master's in Canada?
→As an experienced AI or ML engineer, taking a large loan for a one year data science master's in Canada rarely makes sense, since the curriculum repeats skills you already have. It only makes sense if your real goal is a Canadian work permit, not fresh technical training.
All Questions (51)
Is applying to US universities for computer science still worth it for Indian students given immigration uncertainty?
→Which is currently the better country for Indian students pursuing a master's, Canada or Australia?
→Among Canada, Australia, UK, and Ireland, which is realistically the best country to study and settle in after a BCom?
→Is pursuing a master's in Data Science in Canada, over Australia or Germany, a wise choice for long-term settlement?
→Is it realistic to build a strong career while also easily settling permanently in Canada as a skilled international graduate?
→Should an Indian student pick University of Regina in Saskatchewan, Canada, over Guelph in Ontario for better PR chances?
→Does it make sense for an experienced AI/ML engineer to take a large loan for a one year data science master's in Canada?
→What is the plan after completing studies abroad, especially regarding post-study work permits and PR, given my brother is already a Canadian citizen for a Master's?
→Will selecting project management instead of computer science affect my chances of getting a visa or PR in Canada?
→Are there any current issues or conditions with the PNP (Provincial Nominee Program) for PR applications in Canada?
→If I get PR from a new Canadian province branch, can I work anywhere in Canada or only in that province?
→Can I check in advance if my program and job fall under critical skilled worker category for PR eligibility in Ireland/Canada?
→After completing the course abroad, does my daughter have to appear for an exam to get the license or is it given directly in Ireland/Canada?
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