Course overview
Post-Bachelor Certificate in Commercial Agriculture Production is a postgraduate (master's) course in life sciences at Lakeland College in Vermilion, Canada. It takes 1 year; Vermilion, with intakes in September (apply by 1 June).
Lakeland College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Lakeland College (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Vermilion, Canada |
| Course | Post-Bachelor Certificate in Commercial Agriculture Production |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Life Sciences |
| Duration | 1 year; Vermilion |
| Tuition per year | C$16,100 (≈ ₹10.8 lakh) |
| Intakes | September (apply by 1 June) |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.0 (6.0 in each band); TOEFL iBT 78 (19 per section); PTE Academic 53 (50 per skill); Duolingo 100 (95 per sub-score); CAEL 60 |
Interested in Post-Bachelor Certificate in Commercial Agriculture Production?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$16,100 a year, about ₹10.8 lakh.
2026-27 international tuition and programme fees for Year 1; books and supplies (about CAD 500–3,800) and mandatory fees (about CAD 1,200) are extra
Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Job roles
- Research scientist (life sciences)
- Biomedical scientist
- Biotechnologist
- Clinical research associate
- Scientific laboratory technician
- Microbiologist
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Roche
Novartis
Pfizer
GSK
AstraZeneca
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Bayer
CSL
BioNTech
IQVIA
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Lakeland College for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Post-Bachelor Certificate in Commercial Agriculture Production: a Bachelor of Science in agriculture, engineering or a related field. Degrees from outside Canada or the US need a WES or ICAP evaluation showing the equivalent of a 4-year domestic degree, plus a high school transcript.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0 (6.0 in each band); TOEFL iBT 78 (19 per section); PTE Academic 53 (50 per skill); Duolingo 100 (95 per sub-score); CAEL 60.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 overall, 6.0 in each band |
| PTE Academic | 53 overall, 50 in each skill |
| TOEFL iBT | 78 overall, 19 in each section |
| Duolingo English Test | 100 overall, 95 in each sub-score |
| Exemption | A year of full-time English-medium study in a country on Lakeland's list can replace a test; check whether India qualifies |
Intakes
This course starts in: September (apply by 1 June).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (and degree transcripts if relevant)
- English test result or proof of exemption
- WES or ICAP evaluation for post-bachelor routes
- Provincial Attestation Letter and study permit
- Proof of funds for tuition and living costs
Scholarships
Humanitarian bursary
UG
Value: Not stated
International students from countries affected by political unrest or natural disasters
Official page
About Lakeland College
Lakeland College is a public college founded in 1913, with campuses in Vermilion, Alberta, and Lloydminster, a small city on the Alberta–Saskatchewan border. It is known for hands-on agricultural and environmental sciences, alongside business, human services, interior design and energy programmes. It serves more than 6,000 students a year and has international students from more than 20 countries.
Indian students mostly look at Lakeland's business administration diplomas in Lloydminster and its agriculture and environmental sciences programmes in Vermilion, most of which Lakeland lists as PGWP eligible. Base international tuition for 2026-27 is CAD 16,100 a year. Both campuses are in rural western Canada, far from big cities, with cold winters. Lakeland staff speak Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.
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More courses at Lakeland College
- Business Administration: Accounting Major (Diploma)2 years; optional paid 14–16 week summer co-op; Lloydminster · C$16,100 / year
- Business Administration: General Business Major (Diploma)2 years; optional paid summer co-op; Lloydminster · C$16,100 / year
- Agribusiness (Diploma)2 years, with a practicum or project in year 2; Vermilion · C$16,100 / year
- Environmental Sciences: Environmental Conservation and Reclamation (Diploma)2 years; Vermilion · C$16,100 / year
- Bachelor of Applied Science: Environmental Management2 years after a diploma: one year on campus, then a paid practicum year; Vermilion · C$16,100 / year
- Interior Design Technology (Diploma)2 years, with a 2-month practicum; Vermilion · C$16,100 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Post-Bachelor Certificate in Commercial Agriculture Production at Lakeland College?
The tuition for international students is C$16,100 a year (about ₹10.8 lakh). 2026-27 international tuition and programme fees for Year 1; books and supplies (about CAD 500–3,800) and mandatory fees (about CAD 1,200) are extra. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Post-Bachelor Certificate in Commercial Agriculture Production?
The course takes 1 year; Vermilion.
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.0 (6.0 in each band); TOEFL iBT 78 (19 per section); PTE Academic 53 (50 per skill); Duolingo 100 (95 per sub-score); CAEL 60. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September (apply by 1 June). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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