PGWP-eligible programs

For students applying for a study permit on or after November 1, 2024:

IRCC has recently announced changes to the post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility. Based on the study program requirements from IRCC, the following VCC programs may be eligible for PGWP as the CIP (Classification of Instructional Programs) to program alignment. Remember to check this page for updates as the list may be updated without notice.

Program Name	Program Duration
Associate of Science	2 years
Automotive Collision and Refinishing Diploma	2 years
Automotive Service Technology Diploma	2 years
Bachelor of Hospitality Management	2 years
Clean Energy Technology Diploma	2 years
Cosmetology Diploma	2 years
Computer Systems Technology Diploma	2 years
Culinary Arts Diploma	2 years
Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance PDD	2 years
Dental Technology Sciences Diploma	2.5 years
Electronics Repair Technology Diploma	2 years
Global Supply Chain Management Post-Degree Diploma	2 years
Graphic Design Diploma	2 years
Health Care Assistant Diploma	2 years
Heavy Mechanical Technology Diploma	2 years
Hospitality Management Diploma	2 years
Hospitality Management Post-Degree Diploma	2 years
Marketing Technology Diploma	2 years
Network Technology, Administration and Security PDD	2 years
Occupational Physical Therapist Assistant Diploma	2 years
Optician Diploma	2 years
University Transfer Certificate - Engineering	1 year
University Transfer Certificate - Science	8 months

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 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.

Latest Updated: October 28, 2024