Written by Dhiraj Khandel

About Seneca Polytechnic

Every fall, thousands of new students cross the footbridge onto Seneca Polytechnic‘s Newnham Campus in Toronto, past labs, design studios and a business school that trains for Bay Street. Founded in 1967 as Seneca College, it rebranded as Seneca Polytechnic in 2022 to reflect a mix of applied degrees, diplomas and skilled-trades training that few Canadian colleges combine under one roof.

Today it teaches roughly 30,000 full-time and 60,000 part-time students each year across its Toronto-area campuses, including a meaningful share of international students choosing the GTA over more expensive downtown-core schools.

For Nepali students planning to study in Canada, Seneca’s mix of business, hospitality, biotechnology, communications and technology programs — many with co-op options and a direct path to the Post-Graduation Work Permit — makes it a practical, career-focused choice.

Seneca Polytechnic Campuses

Seneca Polytechnic runs several campuses across the Greater Toronto Area, each built around specific program groups rather than one central campus for everything.

S.No	Campus Name	City	Province	Country
1.	Newnham Campus	Toronto	Ontario	Canada
2.	Seneca@York Campus	Toronto	Ontario	Canada
3.	King Campus	King City	Ontario	Canada
4.	Markham Campus	Markham	Ontario	Canada
5.	Seneca Downtown Toronto	Toronto	Ontario	Canada
6.	Yorkgate Campus	North York	Ontario	Canada

Programs Offered By Seneca Polytechnic

Seneca offers more than 180 full-time programs spanning certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, honours bachelor’s degrees, graduate certificates and a growing list of applied master’s programs. Its strongest areas for international students are business, hospitality and tourism, biotechnology and health sciences, computer programming and applied AI, and communications, media and design — fields where Seneca’s industry partnerships and co-op placements carry real weight with GTA employers.

Campus Life

International students registered at Seneca Polytechnic have access to on-campus facilities that include:

On-campus and partner residence housing at Newnham and King campuses
Campus bookstores
Parking at every campus
Meal plans and food services
Athletics and wellness facilities, including gyms and fitness classes
Lockers and study spaces

Notable Alumni

Seneca counts more than 230,000 alumni. Some well-known graduates include:

Beverly Thomson – Canadian broadcast journalist

Vivienne Poy – Former Senator of Canada

Spider Jones – Canadian broadcaster and former boxer

Angela James – Hockey Hall of Fame inductee

Yasmin Warsame – Canadian model

Seneca Polytechnic Fees

Tuition varies widely by program and credential level. As a rough planning guide for international students:

Certificate/Diploma	Advanced Diploma	Bachelor’s Degree	Graduate Certificate
CAD $16,000 – $19,000/year	CAD $17,000 – $20,000/year	CAD $18,000 – $22,000/year	CAD $17,000 – $19,000/year

Always confirm the exact figure on the specific program page at senecapolytechnic.ca, since fees change yearly and vary by campus and course load.

Library

Seneca Libraries operate at every campus, giving students access to physical collections, research databases, citation help and quiet study space. Students can also chat with library staff through the AskUs live-chat service or book one-on-one research appointments with subject librarians. Details and hours are posted on the Seneca Libraries student portal.

Careers, Part-Time Jobs and Employers

Seneca Works, the school’s career services centre, runs resume reviews, mock interviews, employer info sessions and on-campus career fairs throughout the year, and maintains a job board that international students can use for on-campus, part-time and co-op openings while studying. International students in Canada can generally work part-time off campus during the school term (up to the hours permitted under their study permit) and full-time during scheduled breaks.

Because Seneca sits inside the GTA business corridor, co-op and work-integrated learning students in programs like Business Administration, Computer Programming and Biotechnology often place with employers headquartered or operating in and around Toronto. For live postings and employer partners, check Seneca Works directly rather than relying on any third-party ranking of “top recruiters.”

More Details About Seneca Polytechnic For Nepalese Students

Seneca Polytechnic’s main campus is Newnham, in Toronto, with several other GTA campuses.
Many diploma and advanced diploma programs offer degree pathways to Seneca’s own bachelor’s programs or partner universities.
Most programs are Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligible – always confirm on the specific program page.
Optional and mandatory co-op terms are built into many diploma, advanced diploma and degree programs.

Upcoming Intakes For Seneca Polytechnic

Seneca Polytechnic runs three main intakes each year – January, May and September – though not every program runs in every intake. Because processing an international application, a study permit and travel arrangements all take time, it’s best to apply roughly 9 to 12 months ahead of your intended start date, and check the specific program page for its exact intake schedule before applying.

Top Courses

Top Degrees

Diploma
Post Graduate
Advanced Diploma
Bachelors
Certificate
Post Degree Certificate

Eligibility Criteria

BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAM – ELIGIBILITY
Minimum 65% average in Grade 12, with required subjects for the specific program.	IELTS overall 6.5, no band below 6.0 (or equivalent TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo).	SOP, LOR, transcripts, resume, official score reports, WES (if required).

DIPLOMA / ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAM – ELIGIBILITY
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, generally 60–65% average.	IELTS overall 6.0, no band below 5.5 (or equivalent TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo).	SOP, LOR, transcripts, resume, official score reports, WES (if required).

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM – ELIGIBILITY
Completed bachelor’s degree or 3-year diploma, generally 60% or above.	IELTS overall 6.5, no band below 6.0 (or equivalent TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo).	SOP, LOR, transcripts, resume, official score reports, WES.

Important Details About Seneca Polytechnic For Nepalese Students:

PG Work permit	Yes (most programs)
Part-time jobs	Yes
Internship / Co-op	Yes
Scholarship	Yes
Credit transfer	Yes
Degree pathways	Yes

Contact Information Of Seneca Polytechnic For International Students

Phone Number

+1 416.491.5050

Email id:

seneca.international@senecapolytechnic.ca

Website:

https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/international.html

Address (Newnham Campus):

1750 Finch Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada – M2J 2X5

Location:

International Entrance Exams – Scores Required For Admission:

Program Level	IELTS	PTE	TOEFL	DUOLINGO
Graduate Certificate	6.5, not less than 6.0	60	88, not less than 22	122-130
Diploma	6.0, not less than 5.5	58	80, not less than 20	105-110
Advanced Diploma	6.0, not less than 5.5	58	80, not less than 20	105-110
Bachelor Degree	6.5, not less than 6.0	60	84, not less than 21	115-120

Exact score requirements vary by program – always confirm on the individual program page at senecapolytechnic.ca before applying.

Documents Required For Admission

Completed application form
Grade 10 and Grade 12 (or equivalent) transcripts and certificates
Official IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo score report
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Passport (first and last page)
Proof of funds / bank statement
Resume/CV

For a full, up-to-date checklist tailored to your program and country, see our study abroad resources page.

Deadline For Admissions

Seneca Polytechnic doesn’t publish one fixed international deadline – programs close as soon as seats fill, and popular business, hospitality and technology programs fill early. As a general rule, apply 9 to 12 months ahead of your intended intake (January, May or September) to leave time for an offer, study permit processing and travel planning. Always confirm the current deadline on the specific program’s page at senecapolytechnic.ca.

Program Details

Health, Wellness and Sciences

Honours Bachelor of Science – Biotechnology

Seneca Polytechnic

Prog Code:

BBTA

Duration:

4 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.5, not less than 6.0

TOEFL:

84, not less than 21

PTE:

*Note:

Four-year honours degree covering molecular biology, immunology and bioinformatics, with two industry capstone projects in the final year.

Hospitality, Culinary and Tourism

Hospitality – Hotel & Restaurant Services Management

Seneca Polytechnic

Prog Code:

HTM

Duration:

2 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.0, not less than 5.5

TOEFL:

80, not less than 20

PTE:

*Note:

Two-year diploma preparing students for supervisory roles in hotels and restaurants, with hands-on training and an optional co-op term.

Arts, Media & Design

Graphic Design (Advanced Diploma)

Seneca Polytechnic

Prog Code:

GRA

Duration:

3 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.0, not less than 5.5

TOEFL:

80, not less than 20

PTE:

*Note:

Three-year advanced diploma covering print, interactive and experiential design, ending in a graduate portfolio showcase.

Arts, Media & Design

Creative Advertising (Diploma)

Seneca Polytechnic

Prog Code:

CAB

Duration:

2 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.0, not less than 5.5

TOEFL:

80, not less than 20

PTE:

*Note:

Two-year diploma with creative and business streams, built around real client work through Seneca's student-run agency, Studio 67.

Arts, Media & Design

Honours Bachelor of Communications & Media

Seneca Polytechnic

Prog Code:

BCMM

Duration:

4 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.5, not less than 6.0

TOEFL:

84, not less than 21

PTE:

*Note:

Four-year honours degree in strategic communications, data analytics and social media, with a mandatory work term.

Management, Administration and Organisation

Business Administration – Marketing (Advanced Diploma)

Seneca Polytechnic

Prog Code:

BAM

Duration:

3 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.0, not less than 5.5

TOEFL:

80, not less than 20

PTE:

*Note:

Three-year advanced diploma recognized by the Canadian Marketing Association as a pathway to the Chartered Marketer designation.

Management, Administration and Organisation

International Business Management (Graduate Certificate)

Seneca Polytechnic

Prog Code:

IBS

Duration:

1 year

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.5, not less than 6.0

TOEFL:

88, not less than 22

PTE:

*Note:

One-year graduate certificate for degree/diploma holders wanting to specialize in global trade and international operations.

Computer & Information Technology

Artificial Intelligence (Graduate Certificate)

Seneca Polytechnic

Prog Code:

AIG

Duration:

8 months

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.5, not less than 6.0

TOEFL:

88, not less than 22

PTE:

*Note:

Postgraduate certificate for Computer Science, Programming or Software Development grads who want to specialize in applied AI.

Computer & Information Technology

Computer Programming & Analysis (Advanced Diploma)

Seneca Polytechnic

Prog Code:

CPA

Duration:

3 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.0, not less than 5.5

TOEFL:

80, not less than 20

PTE:

*Note:

Three-year advanced diploma in software development, systems analysis and database design, ending in an industry capstone project.

Computer & Information Technology

Bachelor of Engineering – Software Engineering

Seneca Polytechnic

Prog Code:

BSA

Duration:

4 years

Part time jobs:

Yes

PGWP eligibility:

Yes

IELTS:

6.5, not less than 6.0

TOEFL:

84, not less than 21

PTE:

*Note:

Four-year honours engineering degree with two mandatory co-op terms and final-year options in robotics and computer vision.

Accommodation For Nepalese Students Studying At Seneca Polytechnic

On-Campus Accommodation

Seneca Residence offers apartment-style housing at the Newnham and King campuses, with shared kitchens, laundry and 24-hour security. Suites go quickly for the September intake, so it’s worth applying as soon as you have an offer. Details, floor plans and rates are on the Seneca Residence website, and Seneca’s own Housing Hub covers both on- and off-campus options.

Off-Campus Accommodation

Students who prefer to live off campus can search Seneca’s Off-Campus Housing portal, which lists rentals near each campus and connects students with verified landlords, or use Seneca’s partner platform for mid- and long-term rentals. The international student office can also advise on neighbourhoods, commute times and rough rental costs before you arrive.