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305 Best Engineering Programs in Canada

305 Engineering courses are taught at 47 universities in Canada, typically lasting 4 years. Courses from University of Toronto, McGill University and University of British Columbia come first, because those universities rank highest.

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Carpenter Apprenticeship

Northern Lights College — The Carpenter Apprenticeship program at Northern Lights College offers a comprehensive education designed to equip students with both theoretical knowledge and practical...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
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Electrician Apprenticeship

Northern Lights College — The Electrician Apprenticeship program at Northern Lights College is designed for students who aspire to become skilled electricians in a variety of settings. This compre...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
177Program
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Explore Trades for Youth

Northern Lights College — The Explore Trades for Youth program at Northern Lights College is an innovative initiative designed for students interested in various trades. This program offers hands-...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
183Program
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Millwright Apprenticeship

Northern Lights College — The Millwright Apprenticeship program at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in the dynamic field of i...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
185Program
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#60 in Canada Canada

Millwright Foundations Certificate

Northern Lights College — The Millwright Foundations Certificate at Northern Lights College is an intensive program that equips students with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel i...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering

Engineering at other levels

How these courses are ranked

15 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #29 (University of Toronto) to #547 (University of Windsor); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Toronto has the largest research record in this group, with 59,684,471 citations and an h-index of 1,794.

Inside the course list

By level: 145 bachelor's, 55 diploma, 19 foundation and 14 master's. Within the subject, the largest areas are Engineering (275), Mechatronics Engineering (5), Civil Engineering (4) and Environmental Engineering (4). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 97% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (97% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (93% of courses with a stated intake). Cambrian College offers the widest choice, with 35 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Canada for Engineering?

University of Toronto (QS World #29), McGill University (QS World #32) and University of British Columbia (QS World #40) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Engineering in Canada?

Of those with published fees, McGill University is the least expensive at about USD 37,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does an Engineering course take in Canada?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Engineering courses start in Canada?

Fall is the main intake — 97% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Engineering courses in Canada?

Cambrian College, with 35, ahead of Northern Lights College (33).

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