Diploma in Integrated Resource Management

Tuition is Year 1 - $9,990, Year 2 - $8,150. International student tuition rates are available on the Tuition and Fees web page.. Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Sep 1, 2027.

Graduates are qualified to work as fish and wildlife technicians, forestry technicians, plant specialists or park rangers. The program prepares students for careers in sustainable natural resource management. It focuses on hands-on learning through labs, field exercises and work experience. Students gain skills in data collection, resource monitoring and outdoor survival.

Focus areas include fisheries, forestry, wildlife, parks management, GIS and GPS applications, remote sensing.

Two years, full-time, on-campus. Includes field camps and work experience. No co-op or practicum stated.

Graduates work as fish and wildlife technicians, forestry technicians, plant specialists or park rangers in Western and Northern Canada.

Grade 12 with minimum 65% in 30-level English Language Arts and minimum 60% in Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 30, Foundations of Math 30, or Pre-Calculus 30. Alternative admission available through ACCUPLACER scores. English language requirement applies.

On-campus, full-time, two years.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Saskatoon is a leading Canadian applied learning institution established in 1941, focused on career-oriented education and technical training. The Saskatoon campus delivers hands-on programs in health sciences, engineering technologies, business and trades, designed with employer input to match regional and national labour needs. With around 15,000 students and strong industry connections, the polytechnic emphasizes workplace readiness and practical skills.

Programs emphasize simulations, lab work, co-op placements and industry projects so students graduate with job-ready competencies. Faculty bring current professional experience into teaching and campus facilities replicate workplace environments to accelerate learning. International students receive orientation, language support and dedicated services for credential recognition, visa guidance and career placement in Canada’s growing sectors.

Saskatoon offers an affordable, safe city with a welcoming community, active cultural events and outdoor recreation along rivers and parks. Student services include housing assistance, mental health supports and employer networking events to ease the transition to employment. With 34 programs and flexible continuing education options, Saskatchewan Polytechnic supports lifelong learning and provides clear, applied pathways for international students pursuing technical careers in Canada.