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What Programs of Study are Eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit?

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have recently made several changes to the International Student Program, including the eligibility requirements for a Post-Graduation Work Permit. The list below provides an overview of the currently approved Diploma programs offered through the University of Regina that meet the new field of study requirement as part of the PGWP eligibility criteria.

At this time, all Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD programs do not need to meet the field of study requirement. It is the student's responsibility to ensure they are aware of and comply with all IRCC policies and regulations. Negligence or non-compliance will result in severe consequences to their immigration status and future immigration opportunities.

It is recommended to verify your program's eligibility on IRCC's website using the "Search for your CIP code" function.

Important Update

Earlier this year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) indicated that changes to eligible fields of study would take effect in early 2026. In a recent update, the Minister's Office at IRCC has announced there will be no additions or removals to the field of study list for Post-Graduation Work Permit applications. This decision is to ensure students have the clarity, predictability, and stability necessary to make decisions regarding their future in Canada. 

Eligible Certificates and Diplomas

CIP Code PROGRAM PROGRAM NAME FACULTY CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED
45.0401 ARCERTCRIM Certificate in Criminology Faculty of Arts 30
31.0501 ARCHS Certificate in Health Studies Faculty of Arts 30
31.0501 KICHS Certificate in Health Studies Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies 30
11.0105 MPCERTARSD Certificate in Audio Recording and Sound Design Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance 30
11.0105 MPCERTUED Certificate in User Experience and Design Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance 30
11.0105 MPCERTVCD Certificate in Visual Communication and Design Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance 30
30.0101 SCCERTFSC Certificate in Foundations of Science Faculty of Science 30
27.0501 SCCERTSTAT Certificate in Statistics Faculty of Science 30
51.0000 SCCERTIDHS Certificate in Indigenous Health Studies Faculty of Science 60
45.0401 ARDIPCRIM Diploma in Criminology Faculty of Arts 60
51.0000 ARDHS Diploma in Health Studies Faculty of Arts 60
52.1404 BUDIPDM Diploma in Digital Marketing Faculty of Business Administration 60
51.0000 KIDHS Diploma in Health Studies Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies 60
31.0501 KIDIPKHR Diploma in Kinesiology, Health, and Recreation Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies 60
11.0105 MPDIPCTDE Diploma in Creative Technologies and Design Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance 60
11.0701 SCDIPCS Diploma in Computer Science Faculty of Science 60
30.0101 SCDIPGS Diploma in General Science Faculty of Science 60

 

 

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Email: International.StudentServices@uregina.ca
Phone: +1(306) 585-5082