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Overview

A proud member of Polytechnics Canada, Saskatchewan Polytechnic (Sask Polytech) is a research-intensive higher education institution. It is the only polytechnic institution in the Saskatchewan province in Canada. Students at Sask Polytech are prepared to face the global workplace. They receive one-to-one attention from teachers, and become part of a vast international network.

Effective peer-to-peer learning shapes students. In addition, hands-on learning opportunities are central to every course or program students choose to study at the institute.

Students benefit from the institution’s strong partnerships all over the world. The course curricula are designed to develop research skills and exposure, keeping in mind industry needs.

The graduates of Saskatchewan have promising career prospects with 94 percent of students in employment within one year of their graduation. They are well-recognized in the industry, with 95 percent of employers willing to hire a Sask Polytech graduate again. The institution has always focused on conducting research that addresses real-world challenges. It also awards CAD 2 million annually to students.

Organized into four campuses - Moose Jaw, Regina, Prince Albert and Saskatoon - Sask Polytech is home to over 28,000 students and offers more than 80 certificate, diploma and degree programs for international students. There are ten schools at the institution, classified into two categories: Economic Sector Schools that drive businesses and industries, and Public Sector Schools that drive the economy and society.

Students can access a wide variety of amenities at Sask Polytech and can also mix with a community of like-minded people through various student clubs. Services to take care of the health and well-being of students are always available on campus. In addition, the career services team assists students in finding early employment or meeting potential employers.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

Fees are per year and for indicative purpose

8,36,752

Postgraduate

Fees are per year and for indicative purpose

9,05,805

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

8,70,408

Average private rent

Source: Government of Canada

3,04,643

What’s new

Award winning sustainability project

Saskatchewan Polytechnic instructor Ramon Ricafort started an applied research project that aims to find the best ways to reuse plastics made from polyethylene terephthalate. The project was recognized for its pioneering nature and won a Regional Centre of Expertise (RCE) Saskatchewan Education for Sustainable Development Recognition Award. The project will continue its work and is supported, as well as funded, by the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Office of Applied Research and Innovation.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic joins digital cluster

The institution has become part of the Digital Technology Supercluster to work on a project called Project Looking Glass. The project aims to support government and industry to use COVID-19 data to assess risk in public policy and practice. The primary objective is to use evidence to inform decision making for the maximum benefit of citizens and ensuring the continued protection of their health.

Students in line for professional designation

Students studying the Supply Chain Management postgraduate certificate course can now earn credits towards a professional accreditation with a Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation. The designation has been made possible by the partnership between the institution and Supply Chain Canada.

Human resources CPHR accreditation

The Business diploma in Human Resources at Saskatchewan Polytechnic is accredited as a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) program. Students on the course who achieve an average of 70 percent or above are exempt from having to sit for the National Knowledge Exam.

Education quality

Those who choose to study at Saskatchewan Polytechnic will be provided with an industry-focused education that has a strong academic offering, invaluable industry connections and effective applied research.

Students will benefit from tailored and hands-on learning which focuses on developing an applied knowledge and skillset. They will learn marketable skills, be provided with industry-driven experience and discover how to succeed as a graduate in the professional world.

Educational Partners

Students can take advantage of Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s academic partnership programs to institutions across Canada. Some partners include:

Memorial University
Cape Breton University
Royal Roads University
Vancouver University (VIU)
Queen’s University
University of Regina
University of Saskatchewan

New programs

In light of the ever-changing nature of the job market Sask Polytech liaises with industry experts and academics to develop top-quality, dynamic new programs to produce graduates of high expertise. New qualifications include:

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Level 1 and 2
Post-graduate certificates
1. Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics
2. Business Accountancy
3. Business Management
4. Cyber Security
5. Financial Services
6. Project Management
7. Software Developer
8. Supply Chain Management
9. Software Developer
10. Technology Management
Bachelor of Construction Management
Bachelor of Applied Management

Schools

There are ten schools across each of Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s four campuses, with international students in more than 80 different programs.

School of Business

There are a range of programs which cover accountancy, administration, financial services, human resources, insurance and marketing.

School of Construction

Students will be able to choose from a program in an area such as bricklaying, carpentry or architectural technologies.

School of Health Sciences

Students will learn how to join the high-in-demand workforce of skilled healthcare workers.

School of Hospitality and Tourism

The school provides hospitality and tourism programs, covering areas including institutional cooking, and hotel and restaurant management.

School of Human Services and Community Safety

The school helps students learn how to contribute to certain issues in society through programs ranging from a diploma in Early Childhood Education to a certificate Occupational Health and Safety.

School of Information and Communications Technology

Students can choose from industry-focused programs in areas such as media production and digital graphic design.

School of Mining, Energy and Manufacturing

Students will be given a practical and modern educational experience. Several programs include an applied research project where theory can be applied to real-world issues.

School of Natural Resources and Built Environment

Those who want to improve the natural or built environments can enjoy programs in areas including bioscience technology, civil engineering integrated resource management.

School of Nursing

Small, interactive class sizes with a large faculty means that students can prepare for a successful career. They learn in simulation centres with mannequins, cameras, hospital scenarios, and assessment and control rooms.

School of Transportation

Students will gain a technical education working in modern facilities. They’ll also benefit from rich industry experience.

Scholarships & funding

Sask Polytech is well supported by donors and alumni, meaning that the institution offers around CAD 2 million each year in student awards and financial aid. International students have the opportunity to apply for a number of merit-based scholarships. These are primarily adjudicated on the basis of academic achievement and performance. Students are encouraged to explore the awards available and check their eligibility. There are currently no scholarships available for those applying to study at Sask Polytech for the first time. However, the achievement-based awards are offered throughout the duration of student’s study at the institution.

In order to qualify for scholarships students must be enrolled for a Sask Polytech programme and have received confirmation of their enrolment. Students are able to use marks, which can be accessed after completing one semester, achieved in a Sask Polytech program in their application.

Student Support

There is an extensive range of support services available which international students can utilize.

These include:

International Education where international student advisors, liaison officers and student assistants across each of the four main campuses provide support to students throughout the academic year.
Counselling services
Health services, including campus nurses
Student Life Co-ordinators
Academic and language support including English for academic purposes courses (English for Success) are offered to students aiming to meet the language entrance requirements for Sask Polytech programs.

The International Student Advisors and Student Life Co-ordinators are on hand to help students with their move to Canada and life when they get there. They make sure that international students’ views are represented across the institution, and they organize workshops and other events so students have the best possible experience at Saskatchewan Polytechnic.

Numerous language instructors run extra support sessions for international students. These cover a number of topics including how to prepare for job interviews and how to correctly reference and format academic papers.

Graduate outcomes

94 percent of Saskatchewan Polytechnic students who graduate and enter the workforce are employed within one year of graduating.
Employers hold graduates of Saskatchewan Polytechnic in high esteem, with around 95 percent saying that they would employ a Saskatchewan Polytechnic graduate again.
Through career fairs, industry networking events hosted on campus, and job postings targeted to specific programs, companies located throughout Western Canada regularly recruit graduates of Saskatchewan Polytechnic.
Presently, Co-operative Education can only be studied at the Moose Jaw campus as a part of the majority of business programs and all engineering technology programs. Students who complete a co-op work term are able to earn money and additionally practice their recently acquired skills in an industry environment, develop their professional network and also increase their chances of securing permanent employment after they graduate.