The applicant receiving low grades from a previous program of study in ‘core courses’ will not be allowed for a study permit. The IRCC visa officer can reject the Canadian study permit application. 

In the Barot v/s Canada Federal Court Case, the applicant was a 23-year-old Indian citizen. He applied for a judicial review, but the IRCC visa officer rejected the Canadian study permit application. The applicant obtained a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Mumbai in Management in the year 2020. In addition, in 2021, the applicant applied for a study permit to pursue a postgraduate certification course in Entrepreneurship Management from Canadore College. 

Along with his application, the applicant also submitted his LOA, i.e., a letter of acceptance to Canadore College, his transcripts, and a letter of support from his present employer. 

Even though the college accepted the candidate, the visa officer denied his Canadian study permit application on the grounds that the applicant did not demonstrate the academic proficiency requirement to complete his studies in the country. 

In addition, the transcripts offered by the candidate indicated low average marks, specifically in core subjects. Finally, the officer concluded that the applicant was not a bona fide student. Therefore, selecting the course/ exam was unreasonable! 

The court ruled that the visa officer may or may not have to explain why they were determining the applicant’s score to be low even though the college accepted the application. 

The case implies that the visa officers have extended discretion to refuse Canadian study permit applications. If the student has low grades, they must attempt quiet concerns and provide arguments as to how those grades will affect their ability to complete the study program. 

 

Canadian Study Permit Application – How To Apply  

Canada is the leading destination for international students because of its high-quality education and job opportunities. All this leads to an easy transition from an immigrant to a permanent resident.     

In order to be eligible for a study permit, an applicant must: 

  • Obtain an LOA, i.e., a Letter Of Acceptance from a learning institution. 
  • Prove that he/ she has sufficient financial support to cover the first year of tuition along with living expenses and transportation. 
  • Have a clean record, i.e., no criminal background. If an applicant is found with a criminal background or posing a risk to Canadian security, IRCC might demand a Police Clearance Certificate. 
  • Be in good health. IRCC might request the candidate to complete a medical examination. 
  • Satisfy the IRCC immigration officer by leaving Canada at the end of the authorized stay.  
  • Get a Quebec Acceptance Certificate if an applicant wants to study in Montreal or any other province of Quebec.  

 

Student Direct Stream 

The SDS, i.e., Student Direct Stream, enables the applicants to apply for a study permit at a rapid pace. The program includes 14 countries, namely: 

  • Brazil 
  • China
  • Columbia
  • Peru
  • Philippines
  • Vietnam 
  • Trinidad & Tobago 
  • Senegal
  • India
  • Pakistan
  • Morocco
  • Antigua & Barbuda
  • Costa Rica 
  • St. Vincent & the Grenadines 

 

The applications eligible for the program are processed within 20 days. To apply for a Canadian study permit, the applicants must: 

  • Provide LOA from a designated institution.
  • Give a confirmation document for an upfront medical exam.
  • Prove that they have obtained a GIC, i.e., Guaranteed Investment Certificate of $10,000.
  • Apply at VAC, i.e., Visa Application Centre. 
  • Prove that the first-year tuition fees have already been paid.
  • Show evidence that the language test results are completed within 2 years of the SDS application. In addition, the applicant must obtain a score of 6 in English (IELTS) or 7 in French (NCLC).