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Graduate Certificate in Cannabis Applied Science

Fanshawe College - London Campus

Canada,Ontario

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12 Months

Duration

CAD 16,435/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 100 FREE

Application Fee

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Canada, Ontario

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1967

Total Students: 43,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1001 Fanshawe College Blvd, London, ON N5Y 5R6, Canada

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Graduate Certificate in Cannabis Applied Science

Program Overview

Cannabis Applied Sciences is a one-year graduate certificate program designed for students with a background in science. Students will study analytical chemistry techniques, cannabis crop science, and microbiology. This program focuses on new product development and quality assurance while taking place in cutting-edge labs to prepare you for a career in this growing industry

Learning Outcomes

Collect, analyze and summarize data on cannabis cultivation to optimize yield and quality in a variety of production models;
Perform all tasks in compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and security measures for legal cannabis production and processing;
Evaluate current research to apply best practices for sustainability and innovation in the cannabis industry;
Use laboratory procedures to conduct quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses of cannabis products to test product quality, safety and stability;
Write, follow, validate and optimize standard operating procedures to extract and analyze cannabis products;
Apply business principles to manage resources effectively in a cannabis lab;
Evaluate product safety using quality assurance programs and processes;
Design, plan, and manage projects to meet industry demands;
Communicate scientific data from lab procedures and scientific literature effectively to licensed producers and stakeholders.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma

Application Processing Days

2 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

12 Months

Backlogs Allowed

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2026		Not Available
sep 2026		Not Available
jan 2027		Not Available

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 100 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 16,435 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Fanshawe College - London Campus

CAD 22,895 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - 6 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 88
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 60.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 120.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a bachelor's degree in chemistry and bio-chemistry

Minimum CGPA Required: 50.00 %

Additional Information

Career Opportunities
Students in Fanshawe's Cannabis Applied Science program develop specialized knowledge, skills and abilities preparing students to work in a variety of roles in the rapidly growing cannabis industry, including product development, quality assurance, formulation chemist and processing technician. In addition to opening the door for an array of career opportunities, graduates can leverage the scientific communication and project management skills learned through the program in a workplace environment.

Scholarships

Exciting scholarship opportunities for Indian students

Fanshawe College has announced two amazing scholarship opportunities that will help us drive even more applications for upcoming intakes. This is a golden chance to maximize enrollments, and we need to make the most of it!

Scholarship Type	Overview	Eligibility	Scholarship Amount		Scholarship Application & Award Process
			Students admitted to the following programs are eligible for scholarships:
Academic Entrance Scholarship	Academic Entrance Scholarships is designed to support international students by offering financial support for eligible programs. Scholarships are applied to first-term tuition fees after the deposit is received. In-person or hybrid programs only. Not applicable for online programs	To be eligible for the Academic Entrance Scholarship, students must meet the following criteria: The student must start their program in January 2026, May 2026 or September 2026. The deposit must be paid within 30 days of receiving the offer. If the deposit is not paid within the specified timeframe, the scholarship offer will be withdrawn.	Program Type	Scholarship Amount	The scholarship is automatically considered at the time of admission, a letter will be issued along with the offer letter with details about the student and the scholarship. The scholarship will be applied directly to the student’s tuition account and will be deducted from first term. The scholarship amount will be shown on web-advisor once the deposit is paid.
			English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program	$500
			Combined Admission (EAP + post-secondary)	Up to $2,500 (EAP $500 + PS $2,000)
			Post-Secondary (PS) Programs	$2,000
Scholarship Type	Overview	Eligibility	Scholarship Amount		Scholarship Application Process
Spousal Scholarship 2-year Programs	The Spousal Scholarship Program is designed to support international students by offering financial support for families when both spouses enroll in eligible programs at Fanshawe College starting in January 2026, May 2026 or September 2026.	Eligible Regions: Students from any country are welcome to apply for this scholarship. Eligibility Criteria The primary applicant (student) must apply to a PGWP-aligned post-secondary program at Fanshawe College. Note: Primary applicants from India must choose and enroll in a 2-year graduate certificate to qualify. The spouse must also be admitted to a full-time program of equal or lesser duration. This program may be PGWP or non-PGWP aligned. Along with academic and English language proficiency documentation, both applicants must submit a copy of their marriage certificate along with a completed Spousal Scholarship application form. Both students must pay the required deposit and fees by the specified date on their most recent invoice to secure their seats. If either the primary applicant or the spouse withdraws from Fanshawe College prior to completing their program, the scholarship will be withdrawn.	Scenario 1: Primary applicant enrolled in 2-year program – Spouse enrolls in a 2-year post-secondary program; $7,000 CAD will be applied to the spouse’s tuition account in first-term and second-term. ($14,000 total). Scenario 2: Primary applicant enrolled in 2-year program – Spouse enrolls in a 1-year post-secondary program; $7,000 CAD will be applied to the spouse’s tuition account in first-term only. ($7,000 total)		Application Submission: Both applicants must submit the marriage certificate and a copy of the Spousal Scholarship Application Form with their applications. Note: We recommend that both applications be submitted at the same time to avoid confusion. Admission, Fee Payment and the Scholarship Award: Scholarships will be awarded at the time of admission. A letter with the complete details will be issued. Both partners must confirm acceptance and pay the required tuition deposit within 30 days of receiving their offer.
Spousal Scholarship 1-year Programs	The Spousal Scholarship Program is designed to support international students by offering financial support for families when both spouses enroll in eligible programs at Fanshawe College starting in January 2026, May 2026 or September 2026. Application Deadlines: Both students must apply within the designated intakes: September 2025 or January 2026, May 2026or September 2026.	Eligible Regions: Students from any country are welcome to apply for this scholarship. Eligibility Criteria: The primary applicant (student) must apply to a 1-year PGWP aligned post-secondary program (Accelerated Diploma, Certificate or Graduate Certificate at Fanshawe College). Note: The spouse must also be admitted to full-time program of equal duration. This program may be PGWP or non-PGWP aligned. Along with academic and English language proficiency documentation, both applicants must submit acopy of their marriage certificate along with a completed Spousal Scholarship application form. Both students must pay the required deposit and fees by the specified date on their most recentinvoice to secure their seats. If either the primary applicant or the spouse withdraws from Fanshawe College prior to completingtheir program, the scholarship will be withdrawn.	$7,000 will be applied to the spouse’s tuition account and viewed through the student’s Web Advisor Student Portal after after both deposits are paid (1-year program). The student receiving the spousal scholarship will not be eligible for any other financial supports from Fanshawe College, including but not limited to Fanshawe College or Donor-funded Awards, Scholarships, and Bursaries. The primary applicant (not receiving the Spousal Scholarship Program) may still qualify for other Fanshawe College or donor-funded awards, scholarships, and bursaries; however, the primary applicant will not be eligible for the Academic Entrance Scholarship.		Application Submission: Both applicants must submit the marriage certificate and a copy of the Spousal Scholarship application form with their applications. Note: We recommend that both applications be submitted at the same time to avoid confusion. Admission, Fee Payment and the Scholarship Award: Scholarships will be awarded at the time of admission. A letter with the complete details will be issued. Both partners must confirm acceptance and pay the required tuition deposit within 30 days of receiving their offer.

Student Visa For Canada

Any student who wishes to study in Canada requires a student visa. Some of the essential information for the application process is given below.

When Should I Apply?

4 to 6 months

Ideally, one should apply for the study permit at least 4 to 6 months before the commencement of your course/program.

Bank Account

No Need!

There is no need for a blocked bank account to apply for a student visa to Canada.

Duration of visa

Course Duration + 3 Months

The student visa is valid for the entire period of your course plus three months.

Time to Wait for Visa

35 Days

It takes time. It might take up to 35 days post your interview for the application process to complete and for you to finally receive your visa.

Appointment

Required

It varies from applicant to applicant, but one may have to take part in one or two visa appointments, namely a medical examination and a visa interview.

How you can apply

Application Process

An applicant can either apply online or offline by visiting a visa application centre and submitting their documents. After the analysis of your application, you might be called for an interview.

Fee

Visa Fee

The visa application fee for Canada is CAD 150.

Minimum Funds

833 CAD, 917 CAD

You require a minimum monthly amount to be deposited into your account to prove that you can sustain yourself while studying in Canada. If you are studying in Quebec, you need to have a monthly minimum of CAD 917, and if you are studying in a province except for Quebec, you need to have a minimum of CAD 833 per month.

Any other expenses

Required

You will have to pay a medical examination fee and a visa application service fee to the tune of CAD 15 if you visit a visa application centre to apply for your visa.

Medical Examination

Required

One has to undergo a series of medical examinations to be deemed fit for a student visa of Canada. The tests mostly include blood and urine tests, chest x-rays and other organ checkups.

Language Skills

Not Required

one doesn’t need to prove their language skills in applying for a Canadian Visa.

Disclaimer: The information provided about the work permit is true and complete to the best of our knowledge. All recommendations are made without any guarantee on the part of the author or the publisher. The author and the publisher, therefore, disclaim any liability in connection to and with the use of this information.

Work Permit

PGWP

Students who wish to work in Canada require a work permit to do so. A student in Canada can work part-time during the course of his studies and full-time during holidays and semester breaks and post the completion of their course/program.

Rules for getting a part-time work visa in Canada

You can also work part-time on campus at your university.

Work Permit

Duration

Your part-time work permit will be valid for as long as you have a valid study permit.

Working Hours

20 Hours/Week

As a full-time student, you can work for a maximum of 20 hours a week. However, you can work full- time during holidays and breaks.

Documents Required

List

To apply for a work permit, you will need a study permit that mentions that you are allowed to work part-time on campus.

Social Insurance Number

Study Permit

You will need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to Service Canada. if you wish to work in Canada during the course of your studies. To apply for the same, you need a valid study permit, and you should be a full- time student at a recognized university.

You can work part-time off-campus if you are studying in the Quebec province.

Duration of Work Permit

Your part-time work permit will be valid for as long as you have a valid study permit.

Work Hours

As a full-time student, you can work for a maximum of 20 hours a week. However, you can work full- time during holidays and breaks.

Documents Required

To apply for a work permit, you will need a study permit that mentions that you are allowed to work part-time on campus.

Social Insurance Number

You will need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to Service Canada if you wish to work in Canada during the course of your studies. To apply for the same, you need a valid study permit, and you should be a full- time student at a recognized university.

Working after completing your course

In Canada, you will need a work permit to get a full-time job in Canada after finishing your studies. You chose a work permit like the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) if you wish to stay back in Canada and work full-time.

Visit Government of Canada Website for more detail

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

The Post- Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows you to work for three years in Canada if you have completed a two years degree or more.

Application

how can i apply

You can either apply online or download the form and mail the application along with the required documents. Pay your fee and then wait for the decision to come.

Application Documents Required

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To apply for the work visa, you need a degree from a recognized and accredited Canadian University along with an intention to stay and work in Canada only temporarily.

When to Apply?

One can apply for the full-time work permit in the first three months post the completion of their course during which the study permit is still valid.

How long does it take?

90 days

You will have to wait for 90 days for the decision on your work permit.

Duration

3 Years

The work permit is valid for 3 years if you have completed a two years degree program or more.

Fees

CAD 255

The fee for the work permit is CAD 255 plus the holder fee and the work permit processing fee.

Monthly Wages

CAD 1,600

An applicant is guaranteed a minimum salary of CAD 1,600 per month while working in Canada. This amount though varies on the job and the province you are working in.

Work Hours

No Limit

There is no maximum limit, and you can work for as many hours as you want on the full-time work permit.

Required Documents

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To apply for the work visa, you will need the following documents:

Forms: IMM 5710, IMM 5476 and IMM 5475;
Graduation Proof
Proof of payment of work permit fees
Copies of your travel and identification documents, passport pages and current immigration document.

Till a decision is made on your work visa, you can continue to work full time. All you need to have is your completed degree, should have applied for the permit before the expiry of your study permit and you should be allowed to work off-campus.

Information

Disclaimer

The information provided about the work permit is true and complete to the best of our knowledge. All recommendations are made without any guarantee on the part of the author or the publisher. The author and the publisher, therefore, disclaim any liability in connection to and with the use of this information.