Study Bachelor of Science in Engineering - Foundational/Qualifying Year at University of Alberta in Canada, Faculty of Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Engineering - Foundational/Qualifying Year

Canada

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What will I learn?

If you are applying directly from high school, you must enter into a foundational/qualifying first year of Engineering. This first-year curriculum is designed to give you a solid foundation of understanding and introduce you to the vast opportunities available within engineering. You'll not only increase your academic capacity you'll also discover how you can shape your future career.First year classes include calculus, chemistry, physics, linear algebra, mechanics, and computer programming, alongside hands-on labs and interactive seminars. Students will also take two collaborative classes focused on the engineering profession and professional development (ENGG 100: Success in Engineering ENGG 160: Introduction to Engineering Design, Communication, and Profession). Following your foundational/qualifying first year, you will be able to enter into one of the following degree programs, with the choice between traditional or co-operative (co-op) education routes.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Engineering

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$47,757.00 (US$ 34,327) per year
Books, Supplies and Instruments - 1200.00

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

North Campus

116 St. and 85 Ave.,

Edmonton,

Alberta,

T6G 2R3, Prairie Provinces, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

Students applying directly from high school.

Admission is based on complete academic history and achievement in three main areas: Grades, English proficiency, and completion of required subjects.

English language Requirement:

TOEFL: iBT: At least 90 with a minimum score of 21 points in each section

IELTS(Academic): At least 6.5 with no band less than 6.0

CanTEST(Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees): At least 4.5, with no part lower than 4

PTE(Academic): At least 61, with no less than 60 in each communicative skill

CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language assessment) Either CAEL (paper) or CAEL CE (computer): A score of at least 70, with no band less than 60

Duolingo English Test: 120 for English Language Proficiency, with no sub score below 100

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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One of Canada’s top teaching and research universities, the University of Alberta has an international reputation for academic excellence.

  • Top 100 university globally (QS, 2025)
  • 18 faculties, offering more than 200 undergraduate programs
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  • 97 percent graduate employment rate

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