Discover your path in Canada
Yorkville University welcomes international students from around the world. In fact, students from more than 35 countries have graduated from our career-focused degree programs.
Whether you choose to study on campus in Vancouver or Toronto, our small class sizes, vibrant international student community and friendly student services team help you feel comfortable in your new environment.
If you continuously study full time on campus for the majority of your courses and graduate, you may be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), which offers a path to permanent residency in Canada.

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International Student Benefits

Launch Your Career With Confidence
Career-focused degrees prepare you to be job ready with the professional skills, knowledge and designation prerequisites that employers value.
Some degree programs are also recognized or accredited by industry associations and allow you to apply for professional membership.

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
If you continuously study full time on campus for the majority of your courses, you may be eligible for a PGWP, which can be valid for up to three years.
Many international students apply for a PGWP in Canada after they graduate, which offers a path to permanent residency.
For more information about PGWPs, visit the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website here.

Accelerated Degrees
Graduate in as few as 2.5 years with year-round study and a full course load or approved transfer credits, and begin earning employment income sooner.
Choose your own pace of study and take courses that fit your schedule during the day, evening or on the weekends.

Incredible Student Life Experiences
Four start dates during the year on campuses in Vancouver and Toronto — exciting, multicultural cities that offer you incredible student life experiences.
Make new friends, explore new communities and cultures, and balance your studies with fun activities in and outside the city.

Enhanced Learning Experience
An average class size of 20 students ensures active participation and gives you an opportunity to network with peers and industry-experienced faculty.
Student services and a vibrant international student community also provides you with help and fun in your learning journey.

Work While Studying
If you are enrolled in an on-campus degree program, you may be eligible to work up to 20 hours per week during study periods and up to 30 hours per week during term breaks.
Earn income to help pay your tuition costs, lower your living expenses or use the extra money for entertainment on the weekends.
Launch Your Career With Confidence
Our partnership with Devant gives you free access to their career support portal — home to their Get Hired Master Class, weekly live workshops, live Q&A with immigration lawyers, Artificial Intelligence-driven resume builders, mock interview tools, and a whole lot more.
With the right knowledge, tools, and connections, you can successfully display your skills and experiences to future employers and move closer to realizing your professional goals.
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Yorkville University programs are aimed at helping you achieve your personal and professional goals. Online or in class, across Canada, Yorkville University’s programs are flexible, fast paced and above all, lead to transformation through education.
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PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS
Yorkville University offers students the opportunity to earn prerequisites to apply for a variety of professional designations and stand out in the competitive job market.
Employers value graduates who are members of relevant professional associations and who demonstrate a commitment to upgrading their professional skills.
Earn prerequisites towards applying to become a Chartered Professional Accountant, Professional Project Manager other career-enhancing possibilities.

