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International Education

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Program Availability for International Students

Experience All That ¹û½´ÊÓƵ Has To Offer

Planning to work in Canada after graduation?

The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows eligible graduates from designated learning institutions (DLIs) to stay in Canada temporarily and gain valuable work experience. 

¹û½´ÊÓƵ offers PGWP-eligible programs that may qualify under guidelines. If working in Canada after graduation is part of your plan, these programs could help you achieve that goal. For those exploring other pathways, we also offer a variety of programs open to international students that provide valuable skills and education.

IRCC has recently   to PGWP eligibility criteria. Please note: graduation does not automatically guarantee PGWP eligibility. Be sure to check the for the most up-to-date requirements and to verify program eligibility or contact the International Recruitment Team

Questions?

Looking to study in Canada, learn more about ¹û½´ÊÓƵ programs?
Contact our International team—we have recruiters, advisors, and cultural liaisons who can answer your questions and help you join our ¹û½´ÊÓƵ community!

Contact the International Recruitment team

Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) Eligible Programs

Based on IRCC’s , the following ¹û½´ÊÓƵ 2-year programs may be eligible for PGWP due to their alignment with the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP). Please check both the IRCC website and this page regularly, as this list may be updated without notice.

 

 
CAMPUSPROGRAMDuration Cip Codes   AVAILABILITY
KelownaAssociate of Science Degree-Biology Emphasis2 years26.0101
KelownaAssociate of Science Degree-Chemistry Emphasis2 years40.0501
KelownaAssociate of Science Degree-Physics and Mathematics Emphasis2 years40.0801
KelownaAssociate of Science Degree-Mathematics and Statistics Emphasis2 years27.9999
KelownaAssociate of Science Degree-Computer Science Emphasis2 years11.0101
KelownaComputer Information Systems Diploma2 years11.0103
KelownaBachelor of Computer Information Systems Degree4 years11.0103
KelownaPost-Baccalaureate Diploma in Data Analytics & Economics2 years30.7101
KelownaPost-Baccalaureate Diploma in Health Analytics2 years27.0304
KelownaPost-Baccalaureate Diploma in Marketing and Data Analytics2 years27.0304
KelownaAircraft Maintenance Engineer Category S (Structures)40 weeks47.0607Closed
PentictonSustainable Building Technology Diploma2 years4.0403
PentictonKinesiology Diploma2 years31.0505
VernonAircraft Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical74 weeks47.0608
VernonComputer Information Systems2 years11.0103
KelownaCommercial Aviation Diploma
* Only open to applicants residing in Canada
2 years49.0102Ask Recruiter
KelownaDiploma in Environmental Studies2 years3.0103Closed
KelownaEarly Childhood Education Diploma2 years19.0709Closed
KelownaHuman Service Work Diploma2 years44.0000Closed
KelownaTherapist Assistant Diploma2 years51.0817Closed
KelownaPractical Nursing Diploma
* Open for those who have graduated from secondary school in Canada. Requirements include Biology 12 and IELTS 7.0
2 years51.3901Closed
VernonEarly Childhood Education Diploma2 years19.0709Closed
VernonHuman Service Work Diploma2 years44.0000Closed

 

 
CAMPUS PROGRAMDURATIONCIP Codes   AVAILABILITY
Kelowna Diploma in Environmental Studies2 years3.0103
Kelowna Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Data Analytics & Economics2 years30.7101
Kelowna Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Health Analytics2 years27.0304
Kelowna Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Marketing and Data Analytics2 years27.0304
Kelowna Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Category S (Structures)2 years47.0607
Vernon Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical74 weeks47.0608
Salmon Arm   Practical Nursing Diploma
* Open for those who have graduated from secondary school in Canada. Requirements include Biology 12 and IELTS 7.0. 
2 years51.3901Ask Recruiter

The content on this page reflects the information available at the time of its publication. It is important to acknowledge that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and other government departments regularly revise their policies. For the latest information, please visit   (IRCC) website. 

 

All Other Programs

Looking for more options? ¹û½´ÊÓƵ offers a variety of programs open to international students beyond those eligible for a PGWP. These programs provide valuable skills and education to support your academic and career goals. Click the dropdown menus below to view program availability for the specified upcoming intakes.

 

 
CAMPUS PROGRAMDURATIONCIP CodesAVAILABILITY
Kelowna Animation Diploma2 years10.0304
Kelowna Applied Bachelor of Arts2 years24.0101
Kelowna Associate of Arts Degree2 years24.0101
Kelowna Associate of Science Degree2 years24.0101
Kelowna Business Administration Bachelor Degree (BBA)4 years52.0201
Kelowna Business Administration Bachelor Degree (BBA) Year 32 years52.0201
Kelowna Business Administration Diploma (BUAD)2 years52.0201
Kelowna Civil Engineering Technology Diploma2 years15.0201
Kelowna Collision and Refinishing Diploma2 years47.0603
Kelowna Culinary Arts Certificate50 weeks12.0503
Kelowna Culinary Management Diploma2 years12.0504
Kelowna Diploma in Communications, Culture, and Journalism Studies2 years9.0401
Kelowna Electronic Engineering Technology Diploma2 years15.0303
Kelowna English as a Second LanguageVaries32.0109
Kelowna Infrastructure and Computing Technology Diploma2 years15.0305
Kelowna Mechanical Engineering Technology Diploma2 years15.0805
Kelowna Tourism Management Diploma2 years52.0901
Kelowna Water Engineering Technology Diploma2 years15.0506
Penticton Applied Bachelor of Arts4 years24.0101
Penticton Associate of Arts Degree2 years24.0101
Penticton Business Administration Diploma (BUAD)2 years52.0201
Penticton Criminal & Social Justice Diploma2 years43.0104
Vernon Applied Bachelor of Arts2 years24.0101
Vernon Associate of Arts Degree2 years24.0101
Vernon Business Administration Diploma (BUAD)2 years52.0201
Vernon Writing & Publishing Diploma2 years9.0102
Salmon Arm Associate of Arts Degree2 years24.0101
Salmon Arm Business Administration Diploma (BUAD)2 years52.0201
CAMPUSPROGRAMDURATIONCIP CodesAVAILABILITY
KelownaApplied Bachelor of Arts4 years24.0101
KelownaAssociate of Arts Degree2 years24.0101
KelownaBusiness Administration Bachelor Degree (BBA)4 years52.0201
KelownaBusiness Administration Diploma (BUAD)2 years52.0201
KelownaCulinary Arts Certificate50 weeks12.0503
KelownaCulinary Management Diploma2 years12.0504
KelownaDiploma in Communications, Culture, and Journalism Studies2 years9.0401
KelownaEnglish as a Second LanguageVaries32.0109
KelownaPastry Arts50 weeks12.0501
PentictonAssociate of Arts Degree2 years24.0101
PentictonBusiness Administration Diploma (BUAD)2 years52.0201
PentictonCriminal & Social Justice Diploma2 years43.0104
VernonAssociate of Arts Degree2 years24.0101
VernonBusiness Administration Diploma (BUAD)2 years52.0201
Salmon ArmAssociate of Arts Degree2 years24.0101
Salmon ArmBusiness Administration Diploma (BUAD)2 years52.0201