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As of June 25, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the list of eligible fields of study for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), adding 119 new fields in high-demand sectors.

Our web page has been updated to reflect these changes, including the addition of several new programs, with more to be added as they are confirmed. Please check back regularly for the latest updates.

Visit the IRCC website for the list of currently eligible CIP codes and the update on field of study requirements for post-graduation work permits. 

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As of November 1, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requires international students to complete programs linked to occupations in long-term shortage to qualify for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

Use the filters below to explore the PGWP-aligned programs. Effective March 11, 2025, there are no field of study requirements for bachelor's degree programs.

Please note: The programs listed here are offered by Conestoga College and may be eligible for the PGWP program. However, the final decision regarding PGWP approval is determined solely by IRCC. Applicants and students should review the eligibility criteria on the IRCC website to determine they meet all requirements.    

Program title
Program code
Credential
Start date
CIP code
Program title Advanced CNC Manufacturing
Program code: 1581
Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Start date: September, January, May
CIP code: 48.0510
Program title Advanced Video Content Creation
Program code: 1647
Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Start date: September, January, May
CIP code: 09.0702
Program title Agri-Business Management
Program code: 1588
Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Start date: September, January, May
CIP code: 01.0101
Program title Applied Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (Optional Co-op)
Program code: 1557
Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Start date: September, January, May
CIP code: 11.0102
Program title Applied Network Infrastructure and System Administration
Program code: 1424
Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Start date: September, January, May
CIP code: 11.1001
Program title Architecture - Construction Engineering Technology (Optional Co-op)
Program code: 0025
Credential: Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Start date: September
CIP code: 15.1001
Program title Bachelor of Animation
Program code: 1671C
Credential: Degree
Start date: September
CIP code: 10.0304
Program title Bachelor of Applied Biotechnology (Honours)
Program code: 1560C
Credential: Degree
Start date: September
CIP code: 26.1201
Program title Bachelor Of Applied Health Information Sciences (Honours)
Program code: 1131C
Credential: Degree
Start date: September
CIP code: 51.2706
Program title Bachelor of Applied Technology (Honours) - Architecture - Project and Facility Management
Program code: 1099C
Credential: Degree
Start date: August
CIP code: 15.0101
Program title Bachelor of Applied Technology (Honours) - Construction Management
Program code: 1665C
Credential: Degree
Start date: August
CIP code: 52.2001
Program title Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) - Accounting, Audit and Information Technology
Program code: 1241C
Credential: Degree
Start date: September, January
CIP code: 30.1601
Program title Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) - International Business Management
Program code: 1172C
Credential: Degree
Start date: September, January
CIP code: 52.1101
Program title Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Financial Services
Program code: 1551C
Credential: Degree
Start date: September
CIP code: 52.0804
Program title Bachelor of Communications Management (Honours)
Program code: 1574C
Credential: Degree
Start date: September
CIP code: 09.0902
Program title Bachelor of Community Mental Health and Wellness (Honours)
Program code: 1663C
Credential: Degree
Start date: September
CIP code: 42.2802
Program title Bachelor of Computer Science
Program code: 1635C
Credential: Degree
Start date: September, January
CIP code: 11.0701
Program title Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours)
Program code: 1514C
Credential: Degree
Start date: September, January
CIP code: 11.0701
Program title Bachelor of Data Analytics
Program code: 1664C
Credential: Degree
Start date: September
CIP code: 30.7101
Program title Bachelor of Design (Honours)
Program code: 1336C
Credential: Degree
Start date: September
CIP code: 50.0409
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