Nastavení kanadské imigrační politiky s ohledem na mezinárodní studenty

This bachelor's thesis examines the Canadian immigration policy and its impact on international students. The objective is to evaluate whether the existing policy motivates international students to migrate to Canada. The thesis analyzes the historical evolution of Canadian immigration policy, its present state, and the specifics of policies directly affecting international students. The first chapter provides a theoretical introduction to migration and immigration policy issues. The second chapter focuses on the development of Canadian immigration policy, characterizes the current state of Canadian immigration policy, and also analyzes how Canadian immigration policy is set towards international students. In the third chapter, data from official statistics and interviews with ten international students are analyzed to evaluate the real impact of the immigration policy. The methodology of this bachelor's thesis involves collecting quantitative data from academic sources, including Canada's Ministry of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, official Canadian government websites, and the Canadian Statistical Office. These sources provide key statistics and information regarding migration trends, the number of immigrants arriving in Canada, their countries of origin, and the number of study permits issued. This data is complemented by qualitative information obtained through semi-structured interviews with international students, offering a deeper insight into their personal experiences and perceptions of immigration policy. The findings of the thesis indicate that despite some minor flaws, Canadian immigration policy is effectively designed to encourage the influx of international students and facilitate their transition from temporary residence to the possibility of permanent settlement in the country. Empirical research results show that students view Canadian educational institutions as attractive and value the opportunities Canada offers after graduation. Canada maintains its position as one of the most sought-after destinations for international students, demonstrating the success of its progressive and inclusive immigration policy. The positive outcomes clearly show that such a policy benefits not only the students but also the broader society.