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University Diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Transfer Route

Cape Breton University ยท Sydney
Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada โ˜… 4.8 #2467 world
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Level
2-Year UG Diploma
Duration
2 year University Diploma to Bachelor Degree compl
Open intakes
Off-shoreJan 2027, May 2027
Field
Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering
Institution
Public University
Offer speed
Average Offer Speed10โ€“15 days
Next deadline
2027-01-01

Program overview

The first two years of a four year engineering degree, covering mathematics, physics, chemistry, engineering design, mechanics and the discipline specific foundations of civil engineering.

The civil engineering transfer route delivers the first half of an engineering degree that is completed elsewhere. Years one and two run at Cape Breton University, years three and four at the partner university in Halifax, and the engineering degree in civil engineering is awarded there. Because the credential finishes at another institution, the civil engineering diploma on its own does not carry post study work standing, and Apply Study Visa maps the full multi institution plan, including the second study permit stage, before any deposit is paid.

Because University Diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Transfer Route is not a degree, post study work standing is not automatic and is governed by the field of study rules that apply to non degree credentials. Undergraduate study such as University Diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Transfer Route does not carry spousal open work permit eligibility under the rules now in force, which married applicants should factor in from the start. Every work permit decision rests with Canadian immigration authorities, and Apply Study Visa confirms the position for University Diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Transfer Route in writing before you pay any deposit.

Entry sits at Grade 12 / High School with 65 percent, with an English requirement of IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6 for University Diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Transfer Route. Tuition for University Diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Transfer Route is recorded at CAD 18,090 for the year, with a CAD 80 application fee, and the programme runs 6 intake windows across the cycles listed here. Apply Study Visa handles the University Diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Transfer Route application, the attestation letter, the deposit and the study permit as one process.

What it costs per year ยท indicative

Tuition feeC$18,090โ‚น11,03,490
Living cost (est.)C$17,865
Application feeC$80
Total / yearC$35,955โ‚น21,93,255/yr

Living cost is an estimate; tuition is the institute's published international fee. We confirm exact, current figures before you pay anything.

Do you qualify?

Minimum education
Class 12th
Minimum marks
65%
Study gap accepted
Up to 2 yrs
Backlogs accepted
Up to 8
Maths in 12th
Not required

These are the published minimums. Whether your profile fits โ€” with your marks, gap and budget โ€” is exactly what a free counsellor check confirms.

Admission requirements

Who can apply (guide for international students):

  • Education: Grade 12 / High School with a minimum of 65 percent.
  • English (meet any one): IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6; PTE Academic 59 overall with no component below 50; TOEFL iBT 80 total with no section below 20; Duolingo English Test 120.
  • English waiver: No English proficiency exam waiver is offered for this institution.
  • Application: Application fee CAD 80. A non refundable tuition deposit is required to confirm the seat and to trigger the provincial attestation letter.
  • Work permit: Because University Diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Transfer Route is not a degree, post study work standing is not automatic and is governed by the field of study rules that apply to non degree credentials.
  • Study permit: Apply Study Visa provides the institution designated learning institution number and completes the submission with you.

English requirements

IELTS
6.5 overall
R 6L 6W 6S 6
PTE
59 overall
R 50L 50W 50S 50
TOEFL
80 iBT
R 20L 20W 20S 20
Duolingo
120 overall
R 120L 120W 120S 120

Documents you'll need typical ยท we confirm yours

  • Valid passport (6+ months validity)
  • Class 10 & 12 marksheets and certificates
  • English test scorecard (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) or MOI certificate
  • Statement of Purpose (SOP)
  • Financial proof โ€” bank statement / loan sanction + GIC
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Study-gap affidavit or work-experience letter (if applicable)

Getting documents right is the #1 reason applications succeed or get refused โ€” our team checks every file before submission.

Career opportunities

Typical destinations for graduates:

  • Progression to Bachelor of Engineering: the intended outcome
  • Civil Engineering Technologist: after the full degree
  • Structural Design Support: post degree roles
  • Municipal Infrastructure Engineer: post degree roles
  • Construction Project Engineer: post degree roles
  • Professional Engineer: after the degree and licensure

Reality check: the first year is common across all engineering disciplines and the specialisation decision comes at the end of it, so students are not locked in on day one.

About Cape Breton University

Type
University
Ownership
Public
Rating
โ˜… 4.8
World rank
#2467
Reference No.
O19391556824

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