International Education Centre

PGWP Eligible Programs

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Eligible Programs

Based on the guidelines updated on July 4, 2025, from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), below is the list of our programs that are PGWP eligible. Please note that this list may be subject to change in the future.

A program’s PGWP eligibility is determined at the time when an individual applies for their study permit, even if it the program is removed from the eligibility list at a later date, or if the program is PGWP eligible when an individual applies for their PGWP.

PGWP eligibility is not based on program quality or regional labour market demands but on national long-term labour market needs identified by IRCC. Canadian immigration policies and laws are subject to change and may impact this list of programs. Please consult the IRCC website for the most current information.

You can also check our full suite of programs for international students. Although some do not qualify for Post Graduation Work Permits, they all provide essential skills to help you excel in the career of your choice.

IRCC July 4, 2025 Updates:

On July 4, 2025 IRCC updated the list of eligible CIP codes to add back fields of study that were removed on June 25, 2025.

Those fields of study that were removed on June 25, 2025 will stay eligible, and applicants choosing one of these programs will meet the field of study requirement for the PGWP eligibility criteria when they graduate.

Eligible CIP codes added on June 25, 2025 remain PGWP eligible.

CURRENT LIST OF ALGONQUIN COLLEGE PROGRAMS WITH PGWP ELIGIBILITY – APPLIES TO BOTH CO-OP AND NON-CO-OP PROGRAMS