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Diploma of Machinist

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Regina, Canada
0.67 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

One-year certificate in precision machining of parts from engineered drawings.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights: yes
PR pathway friendly: yes

What you will learn

Demonstrate applied knowledge and practical skills in Machinist. Apply concepts related to one academic year in guided assignments and practical contexts. Communicate work appropriately and complete subject-relevant projects or assessments.

Career outcomes

Machinist in manufacturing and processing plants
Railways
Shipyards
Refineries
Pulp and paper mills
Mines and smelters
Private metalworking firms

Curriculum

One academic year
Blended delivery. Core: trades math I-II
Basic lathe
Basic mills
Advanced lathe
Milling practice
Machining fundamentals
Machinist blueprint reading
Work safely
And a metals practicum with a work practicum.

Entry requirements

Academic

Grade 12. English language proficiency is also required (see English score).

Accepted academic background

Grade 10 or Grade 12 (or equivalent, or 15 post-secondary credits) with programme-specific subjects; Accuplacer alternative admission for some programmes

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 81
PTE Academic 63
Duolingo 110
Cambridge C1 Advanced
IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts

How to apply

Check the entry requirements on the programme page and the intake (most programmes admit first-qualified
first-admitted from 1 September; competitive programmes open 1 October). Apply online through the Applicant Hub ( and pay the 150 CAD application fee. Upload high school transcripts
the completion certificate and English proficiency proof. Receive the offer letter and pay the non-refundable 5
000 CAD tuition deposit within 30 days. Receive the Letter of Acceptance and Provincial Attestation Letter
then apply to IRCC for a study permit with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$22,800 CAD
Application fee	$150 CAD
Deposit	$46,248 CAD

Program details

Campus	Regina Campus
Faculty or school	Nutrien School of Mining, Manufacturing and Engineering Technologies
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	International students can apply for merit awards (https://saskpolytech.ca/programs-and-courses/international/international-scholarships.aspx).

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.67 years.