Saskatchewan Polytechnic

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Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is Saskatchewan’s largest post-secondary institution for applied learning and skills training, with campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon. It offers career-focused certificates, diplomas, degrees and post-graduate credentials, many with strong university transfer agreements.

Application Fee (International): CAD $150 | Tuition Deposit: CAD $5,000 (non-refundable unless the study permit is refused)

Programs below are those Sask Polytech lists for international students (October 2026), with campus. Some programs fill early or have intakes only in certain years. Note: some programs are not eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) – contact WEMS before applying.

Degree programs

Bachelor of Applied Management (Regina)
Bachelor of Business Analytics and Decision Science (Regina)
Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Regina, Saskatoon)

Post-graduate diploma programs

Accountancy and Computer Studies (Moose Jaw, Saskatoon)
Agribusiness Risk and Insurance Management (Moose Jaw)
Agriculture Finance (Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Saskatoon)
Artificial Intelligence and Innovation (Saskatoon)

Post-graduate certificate programs

Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (Saskatoon)
Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure (Saskatoon)
Cyber Security (Regina, Saskatoon)
Information Technology Project Management (Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon)
Leisure and Tourism Management (Prince Albert, Saskatoon)
Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Moose Jaw, Regina)
Software Developer (Saskatoon)
Technology Management (Moose Jaw, Saskatoon)

Advanced diploma

Medical Laboratory Technology (Saskatoon)

Diploma programs

Agriculture and Food Production (Moose Jaw)
BioScience Technology (Saskatoon)
Business and Insurance (Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Saskatoon)
Business Information Systems (Moose Jaw, Regina)
Chemical Technology (Saskatoon)
Civil Engineering Technologies – Civil Construction or Water Resources option (Moose Jaw)
Commercial Pilot (Saskatoon)
Computer Systems Technology (Regina, Saskatoon)
Culinary Arts (Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon)
Digital Marketing (Moose Jaw, Saskatoon)
Early Childhood Education (Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon)
Electrical Engineering Technology (Moose Jaw)
Environmental Technology (Moose Jaw)
Food and Nutrition Management (Saskatoon)
Graphic Communications (Regina)
Integrated Resource Management (Prince Albert)
Interactive Design and Technology (Regina, Saskatoon)
Library and Information Technology (Saskatoon)
Mechanical Engineering Technology (Saskatoon)
Media Production (Saskatoon)
Practical Nursing (Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon)
Recreation and Tourism Management (Saskatoon)
Resource and Environmental Law (Prince Albert)
Therapeutic Recreation (Saskatoon)

Certificate programs

Building Systems Technician (Regina)
Carpentry (Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Saskatoon)
Computer Networking Technician (Regina)
Continuing Care Assistant (Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon)
Disability Support Professional (Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon)
Educational Assistant (Regina, Saskatoon)
Fabricator – Welder / Welder-Fabricator (Regina, Saskatoon)
Geographic Information Science (Prince Albert)
Health Care Cook (Moose Jaw, Prince Albert)
Heavy Equipment and Truck and Transport Technician (Saskatoon)
Industrial Mechanics (Prince Albert, Saskatoon)
Machinist (Regina, Saskatoon)
Medical Laboratory Assistant (Saskatoon)
Occupational Health and Safety (Saskatoon)
Welding (Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon)

Admission requirements

Certificate, diploma & degree programs: Completion of high school (HSC). Some programs require specific final-year subjects (e.g. English, Math, Biology or Chemistry) and minimum grades.
Post-graduate certificate & diploma programs: A bachelor’s degree; some programs require a minimum average.
A Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) is arranged by Sask Polytech after the tuition deposit is paid.

English language requirements

Test Type	Minimum Score (most programs)
IELTS Academic	6.5 overall (no band below 5.0)
PTE Academic (incl. online)	63 overall (no component below 50)
Duolingo (DET)	110 overall
TOEFL iBT – tests from 21 Jan 2026 (new 1–6 scale)	4.0 overall (no skill below 4.0)
TOEFL iBT – tests before 21 Jan 2026 (0–120 scale)	81 (no section below 19)
CAEL (CE & Online)	60 overall (no component below 50)

Health programs need higher scores – e.g. Practical Nursing requires IELTS 7.0 (Writing 6.5, Speaking 7.0, Listening 7.0, Reading 6.5), and Medical Laboratory programs require IELTS 7.0 in each band. Tests are valid for two years. Requirements as of October 2026 and subject to change.

Intakes and applications

Now accepting applications for Winter 2027 (early January) and Fall 2027 (late August) intakes.
Most programs start in Fall; some also offer a Winter intake.
First-qualified, first-admitted programs open for applications on September 1; competitive programs open on October 1.
Many programs fill months before the start date – apply early and allow at least six months for the study permit.

Study at Sask Polytech with WEMS

Interested in Sask Polytech? Start with a Profile & Strategic Assessment. A WEMS counsellor will review your academics, English score and budget, and tell you honestly whether Sask Polytech and your chosen program are the right fit. Your full cost is set at that first assessment: zero hidden fees, guaranteed.