The client received second-stage study permit approval for the Computer Systems Technology program at BCIT. First-stage approval had already been issued, and the second stage had been held up by the COVID-19 situation until the designated learning institution list was published, which the write-up notes includes BCIT.
The write-up describes CST as a competitive-entry program. It states the stated minimum is IELTS 6.5, but that over the past three years admitted students had IELTS 7.5 and math scores above 90, and that the school advises applicants below IELTS 7.0 not to apply.
The client also applied through the ISEP pathway. The write-up explains that ISEP does not reserve seats, but that where one applicant has IELTS 7.5 and another has an equivalent standing through ISEP, the seat goes to the ISEP student. ISEP intakes run every odd-numbered month, applications are due two months ahead, and a level test must be taken the month before classes begin, which requires the visa to already be issued.
On the program itself, the write-up notes CST runs two years with September and January intakes and requires 120 credits.