Engineering degree (BASc)
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Engineering
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An accredited four-year engineering university degree providing the foundational math, science, and design skills for licensure.
How long
4 Years
Cost
Not published
Schools
5 in BC
🏫Where you can take this: 5 schools
THE ROUTE
How this program works, step by step
Grade 11 to the job. Open any step to see what is inside.
The route (8 steps)
1Grade 11 Preparation
2Grade 12 Graduation
3Admissions & Prerequisites
4Application Process
5Program Curriculum
6Where to Take It
7Licensing & Certification
8Career Destination
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STEP BY STEP
Step by step
The same route as the map, as a list.
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Step 1 of 8
Grade 11
⏱ 1 School Year- Chemistry 11. Requirement varies by school (University of Victoria, British Columbia Institute of Technology, University of Northern British Columbia). Strictest requirement: standard completion.
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Step 2 of 8
Grade 12
⏱ 1 School Year- English Studies 12. Requirement varies by school (University of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University, University of Victoria, and 2 others). Strictest requirement: standard completion.
- Chemistry 12. Requirement varies by school (University of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University, University of Victoria, and 2 others). Strictest requirement: standard completion.
- Pre-Calculus 12. Requirement varies by school (University of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University, University of Victoria, and 2 others). Strictest requirement: standard completion.
- UBC Applied Science personal profile and broad-based admissions assessment
3
Step 3 of 8
What you need to get in
- Competitive; UBC does not publish a cut-off.
- CEAB accredited engineering program (satisfies EGBC academic requirements)
4
Step 4 of 8
How to apply
- Apply online through university admissions (UBC or SFU) by January 15 deadline
- Submit self-reported secondary grades and interim transcripts
- Complete faculty supplemental application essays and recorded video responses
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Step 5 of 8
Engineering degree (BASc)
⏱ 4 Years- 4-year full-time undergraduate engineering science degree accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB)
- Foundational first year covering engineering mathematics, physics, computing, and mechanics
- Progression into an engineering discipline (mechanical, civil, electrical, chemical, or biomedical)
- Advanced engineering design projects, laboratory practicums, and optional paid co-op industry terms
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Step 6 of 8
Where to take it
⏱ 5 schools in BC- British Columbia Institute of Technology — 4 years (Not published)
- Simon Fraser University — 4.5 years (Not published)
- University of British Columbia — 4 years (Not published)
- University of Northern British Columbia — 4 years (Not published)
- University of Victoria — 4.5 years (Not published)
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Step 7 of 8
Exams and registration after
- Registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC)
- National Professional Practice Exam (NPPE) after 48 months of supervised engineering experience
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Step 8 of 8
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SCHOOLS
Where you can take this(5 schools)
Compare tuitions, campus locations, and delivery formats across approved institutions in British Columbia.
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Duration4 years
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Full-time 4-year CEAB-accredited polytechnic engineering degree offering dual credentials (diploma after Year 2, degree after Year 4).”
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Duration4.5 years
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“CEAB-accredited engineering program featuring mandatory co-op, hands-on design labs, biomedical, computer, and systems engineering options.”
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Duration4 years
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Engineers Canada (CEAB) accredited engineering programs across civil, electrical, mechanical, and computer engineering with extensive co-op.”
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Duration4 years
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“Northern BC public university CEAB-accredited engineering program specializing in sustainable civil infrastructure and northern environmental systems.”
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Duration4.5 years
TuitionNot published
DeliveryIn-Person
“CEAB-accredited degrees across biomedical, civil, computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering with mandatory paid co-operative education terms.”