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Post-Graduate Certificate - Cybersecurity

Postgraduate certificate or diploma, Computing and IT. Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Regina, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada.

Level
Postgraduate certificate or diploma
Field
Computing and IT
School
Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Regina
Location
Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Tuition (first year)
24,529 CAD
Application fee
150 CAD
Earliest intake
Jan 2028
Living costs (school estimate)
23,448 CAD a year
School type
Public
DLI number
O19425521849

Program overview

Post-Graduate Certificate - Cybersecurity is a postgraduate certificate or diploma program in computing and it at Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Regina, a public institution in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, founded in 1959.

First-year tuition is listed at 24,529 CAD and the application fee at 150 CAD. The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2028.

Applications to Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Regina typically receive a decision in 8 days and 9 hours, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 48,127 CAD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Plan for first-year tuition, living costs at the level IRCC sets, and travel. Tuition varies widely between universities, colleges and provinces. IRCC revises the living-cost figure from time to time, so confirm the current amount on the official study permit page.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (CAD)
Tuition, first year24,529 CAD
Living costs, first year (school estimate)23,448 CAD
Application fee (one time)150 CAD
Estimated first-year total48,127 CAD

Plan for the Jan 2028 intake

Working back from a Jan 2028 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. September is the main intake. Many institutions also admit in January and May. Applications usually open several months ahead and some programmes close early.

ByStep
March 2027Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
May 2027Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
July 2027Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
September 2027Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
December 2027Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Regina sets the exact entry requirements for Post-Graduate Certificate - Cybersecurity . For a postgraduate certificate or diploma, applicants usually need the following.

Most institutions accept IELTS Academic, TOEFL, PTE Academic or similar tests. Each institution sets its own minimum scores, so read the programme page rather than relying on a general figure.

  • A completed bachelor's degree, with transcripts and degree certificate.
  • A statement of purpose explaining why this program fits your plans.
  • Academic or employer references, and a CV if you have work experience.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: Study permit

Students from India need a Study permit to study in Canada. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) decides the application.

Canada admits international students to designated learning institutions (DLIs) on a study permit. The admission, the funds and the permit application all have to line up, and several rules have changed in recent years, so check each step against IRCC before you pay anything.

  • Shortlist programmes at a designated learning institution and check that the programme itself is eligible for the outcome you want (for example a post-graduation work permit).
  • Apply and receive a letter of acceptance. Check on IRCC whether you also need a provincial or territorial attestation letter.
  • Prepare proof of funds, identity documents, a study plan or letter of explanation, and any language test results the institution or IRCC asks for.
  • Complete the study permit application online and give biometrics when asked. A medical exam may be required.

After you graduate

Graduates of eligible programmes at eligible institutions may apply for a post-graduation work permit. Eligibility depends on the institution, programme and field of study, and the rules have been changing, so check the current IRCC conditions before choosing a course on that basis.

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against Post-Graduate Certificate - Cybersecurity and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for Post-Graduate Certificate - Cybersecurity ?

First-year tuition is listed at 24,529 CAD. Living costs are extra; Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Regina estimates 23,448 CAD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

The application fee is 150 CAD. It is paid once per application and is not refunded after the school receives the application.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2028. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is Post-Graduate Certificate - Cybersecurity a degree?

It is listed as a postgraduate certificate or diploma. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.

Which visa do I need to study in Canada?

You need a Study permit, decided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Regina, then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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