International Programs

Our programs in Occupational Health and Safety Management and Marketing remain eligible for PGWP.

The CIP codes for these programs are indicated below: 

Marketing

Field of Study: STEM

CIP Code: 52.1404

Occupational Health & Safety Management

Field of Study: STEM

CIP Code: 51.2206

INTERNATIONAL INSIGHT

You may be eligible to study in Canada at Western University with your existing education and experience.

Travelling from your home country can be a big decision. When you choose a Post-Degree Diploma at Western, you are choosing your new home with high-quality education, a great location, and a variety of support available; you will see why we are a top destination for international students around the globe.

Why London 

London is Ontario’s fastest-growing metropolitan area, with a diverse population of over 530,000 (census, 2021).

As a renowned talent hub in Ontario, centrally located between Detroit and Toronto, London offers many job opportunities. The city caters to various professional interests, from the Agri-Food and Advanced Manufacturing sectors to the thriving Digital Media industry. London is a regional center of healthcare excellence and home to one of Canada’s largest acute care teaching hospitals dedicated to innovation in patient care, teaching, and research. Start your career working for an established food company, an emerging technology business, a grassroots startup, a service provider with global reach or healthcare. 

Why Western

Western University is part of the U15 group of Research Universities in Canada and is ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (Center for World University Rankings 2023).  Western is home to more than 44,000 students. You will be welcomed as part of a diverse student body that includes 5,000 international students from 128 countries.

Why choose Western Continuing Studies to pursue your international studies

Western Continuing Studies’ one-year Post-Degree Diploma Programs combine eight months in class and a four-month internship, providing you with the knowledge and experience to start your career in Canada. 

Within one year of graduation, 93% of our students secured full-time employment in their field of study.

Taught and developed by industry professionals, our Diploma programs connect theory to practice. You will build a professional network, an in-demand skillset, and a portfolio of projects to use throughout your career.

International Applicant?

We welcome applications from all over the world. Learn about admission requirements and how to apply.

Once you have submitted your application and references are received, your application will be reviewed by our Admissions Team. Admission decisions are communicated via email within 7 to 10 days (International applications may take up to two weeks to process).
 

Important Update on Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Eligibility. 

To meet the field of study requirement, your CIP codes must be on the list of currently eligible Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) codes when you submit either your study permit application or your PGWP application. 

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 until the list is next updated in early 2026. 

Eligible fields of study are linked to certain jobs in long-term shortage in Canada and can change based on the needs of the Canadian labour market. 

We encourage prospective students to review the updated IRCC guidelines carefully when planning their studies in Canada. 

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Applications are now open.