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Diploma of Engineering Transition
- North Vancouver, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A two-year diploma giving a path into an engineering degree for students lacking prerequisites.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge in Engineering Transition. Apply skills related to Courses in physics
- chemistry
- calculus. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.
Career outcomes
- Biomedical engineer
- Civil engineer
- Environmental engineer
- Geological engineer
- Mechanical engineer
- Software engineer
Curriculum
- Courses in physics
- chemistry
- calculus
- computer science
- CAD and engineering combine chemistry
- computing
- maths and physics through hands-on lab projects. With the required GPA
- students have guaranteed entry into UBC engineering
- and may transfer to SFU or UVic
- typically needing three more years for the degree.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school graduation (BC Grade 12 or international equivalent) with a 2.0 (60%) average on English 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses
- Some diplomas add a portfolio
- Audition
- Interview or prior post-secondary study (Paralegal). Source: capilanou.ca admission requirements
- Additional academic criteria: Grade 12 average of 2.0 (60%) on English 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses (general CapU minimum
- Programmes may set higher).
Accepted academic background
Secondary school graduation (BC Grade 12 or international equivalent, see CapU equivalencies list), English 12 or equivalent with 2.0 (60%) plus two academic Grade 12 courses, some programmes add portfolio, audition, interview or course prerequisites
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 83
- PTE Academic 61
- Duolingo 120
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Secondary School Completion Evidence
- Proof of Funds for Study Permit
How to apply
- Review the Engineering Transition admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the institution's international admissions service. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $31,284 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $135 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | North Vancouver |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Arts & Sciences |
| Department | School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Capilano University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Engineering Transition. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
3 Aug 2027
263 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 3 Aug 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $31,284 CAD per year. The application fee is $135 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $40,500 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 83, PTE Academic 61, Duolingo 120.