British Columbia's Provincial Nominee Program

International Graduates

Nominee candidates in this category must have satisfied the requirements for an eligible degree or diploma conferred by a recognized post-secondary institution in BC before accepting an offer of employment.

Eligible Degrees:
An undergraduate or graduate degree in any of the following fields:

• Natural sciences, applied sciences or engineering
• Health sciences
• Computer science, information systems or digital media
• Business or commerce

At its discretion, the BC PNP may accept degrees in other fields of study.

Eligible Diplomas:
A 2-year diploma in any of the following fields:

• Applied sciences or technologies, or engineering
• Health sciences or technologies
• Computer science or technology, information systems or digital media
• Business or commerce

At its discretion, the BC PNP may accept diplomas in other fields of study.

Recognized Institutions:
The institution must be a BC public post-secondary institution, or a BC private institution offering a degree program as part of the BC Transfer System.

Period of Study in BC:
International Graduates must have completed at least part of their study program in BC – a minimum of two years for a bachelor’s degree, and one year for a graduate degree. International Graduates with diplomas must have completed their entire study program in BC.

Academic Achievement:
Nominee candidates who have earned an eligible bachelor’s degree or a diploma in BC will be expected to have earned an overall mark of at least 70 percent (or equivalent grade-point average) in their program.

Reference:
Nominee candidates will be required to include in their application the name of a faculty member or senior administrator of the BC institution where they studied for their degree or diploma who will serve as a reference.

Timeline for Submitting Applications:
Applications must be submitted within one year of the date shown on the nominee candidate’s final official transcript.

Eligible occupations:
The BC PNP will only consider applications for International Graduates who will be hired for eligible occupations in the Skilled Workers category.