Post Graduate Stream Canada for Permanent Residence
The International Post-Graduate Stream is a pathway under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) for graduates who have recently completed a master’s or doctoral degree at a recognized British Columbia institution. Unlike most BC PNP streams, it does not require a job offer, prior work experience, or a specific language test score. Eligible master’s fields include engineering, health professions, computer and information sciences, biological and biomedical sciences, mathematics and statistics, natural resources conservation, physical sciences, and agriculture-related sciences, while doctoral degree holders from a public BC university may qualify in any field. Successful applicants may receive a provincial nomination, and candidates applying through Express Entry may benefit from an additional 600 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points. At Batra Law Offices, we help candidates confirm their degree and timeline meet program standards, prepare a complete application, and manage the nomination process.
What Is the International Post-Graduate Stream?
This stream is designed for graduates who recently completed graduate-level studies at a recognized British Columbia university and want to build their career in the province. It is one of the few BC PNP streams that does not require a job offer, making it well suited to graduates who are still job searching or plan to work independently. Applicants must apply within 3 years of graduation, and the degree must be dated less than 12 months after completing the study program. Juris Doctor (J.D.) and Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degrees are not eligible under this stream.
The BC International Post-Graduate stream is designed for immigrants who have recently completed graduate-level studies from a recognized British Columbia university.
Program Eligibility
Requirement | |
| Express Entry Profile | – Need not require to be registered under Express Entry program. – May be able to apply to this stream through Express Entry, if they are eligible for this stream |
| Job Offer | – Need not require job offer to apply for this stream. |
| Level of Education | – Have completed recently Master’s degree at a BC post-secondary institution in one of these programs: o agriculture, agriculture operations and related sciences o biological and biomedical sciences o computer and information sciences and support services o engineering o engineering technology and engineering-related fields o health professions and related programs o mathematics and statistics o natural resources conservation o physical sciences – Have Doctor degree in any field of study at a public British Columbia University (Ph.D. candidates in BC may also be eligible). – Juris Doctor (J.D.) and Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) are not eligible. – Must apply for BC PNP within 3 years of graduation provided the date stated in the degree is less than 12 months after completing the study program. |
| Work Experience | – Need not require work experience to apply for this stream. |
| Language Proficiency | – Need not demonstrate any specific language proficiency requirements. |
| Settlement Funds | – Meet the settlement funds requirement set by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). – Can be demonstrated through personal financial resources or by holding a valid offer of employment. |
| Connection to Province | – Have completed a master’s or doctoral degree program at a recognized post-secondary institution in British Columbia. – Demonstrate their ability and intent to live, work and economically establish in BC. |
How to Apply
- Candidates apply online, choosing between Express Entry and Skills Immigration.
- Candidate shall have to pay the application fee.
- If approved, candidates get a provincial nomination for permanent residence.
- Applicants can request a work permit with provincial support.
- Express Entry applicants receive a 600-point CRS boost upon provincial nomination.
- Express Entry applications shall be processed
Related Immigration Programs
Not sure the International Post-Graduate Stream fits your situation? Explore related pathways:
- International Graduate Category – for graduates who already have a qualifying BC job offer.
- Skilled Worker Category – for candidates with a BC job offer who don’t hold a recent Canadian graduate credential.
- Health Authority Category – for candidates with a job offer from a BC public health authority.
Recent Draws / Invitations to Apply – BC Skills Immigration program:
https://www.welcomebc.ca/Immigrate-to-B-C/Invitations-To-Apply
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