The most common opted degree is Engineering in Canada. It is well known worldwide due to its world- class engineering universities. Applicants choose engineering stream as they want to handle problems and strive for better future.

Students can choose variety of courses such as Bachelors in civil engineering, Bachelor in mechanical engineering and more. It involves the concepts of mathematics, science & technology to design and build machines.

 Read this blog to know the best universities, courses, eligibility, and scholarships in Engineering courses.

 

Why Study Engineering in Canada?

Here are some of the common reasons to study engineering in Canada:

• Canada offers top-notch education for the engineering students. It has well-recognized universities which offers specialized programs for the Indian students.
• The institute in Canada not only offers IT courses such as Computer Software &Programming Language. They also offer advanced studies.
• The demand of the graduates engineering students is high all over the world.
• Canada is the ideal place for engineering applicants to study and settle.

 

Specialization for Engineering Courses in Canada:

 

Each university offers a specialization in engineering. It depends on the students which they want to choose. Below is the list of the specializations:

 

 

 

 

• Computer Science
• Civil Engineering
• Software Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Applied Science
• Environmental Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Robotics
• Mechatronics

 

Best Universities for Engineering in Canada:

 

Here is the list of the universities in Canada for international students:

 

Universities	Province
University of Toronto	Ontario
University of British Columbia	British Columbia
Mc Gill University	Quebec
University of Alberta	Alberta
University of Waterloo	Ontario
Queen’s University	Ontario
Western University	Ontario
University of Calgary	Alberta
University of Ottawa	Ontario
Concordia University	Quebec
Ontario Tech University	Ontario
University of Manitoba	Manitoba
Dalhousie University	Nova Scotia
University of Saskatchewan	Saskatchewan

 

Eligibility & Documents Required for study Engineering in Canada:

 

Below is the eligibility & documents required for engineering:

COURSES	ELIGIBILITY	DOCUMENTS REQUIRED	REQUIRED FUNDS
For Bachelor’s	Minimum 60% in Grade 12 Pre-requisite subjects such as Chemistry, Physics & Mathematics. Must demonstrate English Language.	Academic certificates/ marksheets. SOP (Statement of Purpose) LOR (Letter of Recommendation) IELTS, TOEFL test score.	CAD 12,000 –  50,000 per year.
For Masters	Minimum 4 year of degree in related field. Minimum 76-79% is required. Proof of English language Test	Must have graduate degree. Secondary education marksheet/certificates Statement of Purpose (SOP) Letter of recommendation (LOR) Resume Work experience. (If any)	CAD 10,000 – 45,000 per year.

 

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Fees for Study Engineering in Canada:

The yearly fees for a Bachelor program could be around CAD 12,000- CAD 15,000 approx. The fees for the program depend on the course and the university student’s desire.

Institutes	Fees (approx.)
University of Toronto	INR 2,34,720
University of British Columbia	INR 1,84,964
Mc Gill University	INR 1,83,296
University of Waterloo	INR 2,18,400
University of Alberta	INR  1,58,000
Queen’s University	INR 1,96,104
University of Ottawa	INR 3,23,204
University of Calgary	INR 1,61,808
Western University	INR 1,65,248

 

Cost of Studying Engineering in Canada:

 

The main reason students choose engineering in Canada is the tuition fees are lower than other countries. The estimated tuition fees is from 45,000 CAD – 75,000 CAD. Rather than the tuition fees other expenses such as:

 

Miscellaneous cost	Amount (approx.)
Accommodation	28,500 INR
Transportation	5,700 INR
Food	11,400 INR
Entertainment	5,000 INR
Pre-arrival	11,400 INR
Total	62,000

 

Scholarships for Engineering Students:

 

There are various scholarships available for engineering students in Canada. Both private and government scholarships are available. Here are the some of the scholarship options:

 

 

• Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
• Mc Gill Entrance Scholarships
• Ontario Graduate Scholarships
• University of Waterloo Entrance Scholarships
• Engineering Entrance Awards
• Carleton University Engineering Scholarships
• Canada Graduate Scholarships
• Quebec Provincial Government Scholarship
• NSERC postgraduate scholarships

 

Career after Engineering in Canada:

Engineers in Canada has a wonderful career growth in Engineering. There are several options available for international students who desire to study engineering in Canada.

• The percentage of employed engineers in Canada is from 87-89%.
• Engineers can earn an estimated wage of$80,000 a year or $40/hr.

Jobs	Minimum Salary	Roles & Responsibility
Civil Engineers	CAD 50,000	Design, plan & manage projects.
Mechanical Engineers	CAD 60,000	Analyze the designs & test the machine.
Software Engineers	CAD 50,000	Evaluate, design & maintain software applications.
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineers	CAD 50,000	Plan how production will work & measure performance.
Electrical & Electronics Engineers	CAD 60,000	Design, research & test the electric system.

 

Canada is among the well-known reading up abroad objections for understudies in India. It has the best schools and colleges. It is ideal to check for qualification prerequisites prior to applying to the course for a smooth confirmation process. However, engineering is the best course to study in Canada. For more information, visit our DY office & consult with our experts.

 

 

FAQ

Q1. Which cities are best to study engineering in Canada?

Ans: There are 3 cities to study engineering in Canada: Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. These cities offer top-notch education and low living expenses.

 

Q2. Is any other English proficiency test being acceptable than IELTS?

Ans: Yes, PTE, TOEFL and DUOLINGO is accepted to study in Canada.

 

Q3. What is the duration of Bachelor’s and Master Engineering courses?

Ans:  The duration of bachelor’s degree in engineering courses is 4 years and for master’s program 2 years.

 

Q4. Is GRE or GMAT is acceptable for the engineering course?

Ans: Some universities accept GRE & GMAT scores. It depends on the programs and university students wants to apply for further studies.

 

Q5. Which is the highest paid for engineers in Canada?

Ans: Here is the list of the highest paid jobs for engineers in Canada:

• Petroleum Engineer
• Software Engineers
• Aerospace Engineer
• Chemical Engineers
• Electronics Engineer and more.