Victoria,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Bridge to UVic in Victoria Canada | Camosun College
Camosun College
|
Victoria Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
16,432
(c. USD11,816.05)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
8 months
Leverage your Technology diploma through our engineering bridge programs. At Camosun, we'll equip you for an Engineering career and provide a pathway to enter third year at UVic or UBC. Utilize your Technology diploma with our specialized bridge programs that prepare you for professional success. Mechanical Engineers create and develop various mechanical systems, including robotics, automotive components, medical prosthetics, aerospace technology, and industrial machinery. Wherever there's motion or energy utilization, mechanical engineering principles are typically at play.
The UVic Bridge program runs annually from January to December, with successful students advancing to third-year Engineering studies at UVic the following January. Admission to UVic includes a compulsory Co-op requirement, though some work terms from your diploma program may qualify for transfer. Both industry experts and academic leaders recognize that pairing a Technology diploma with an Engineering degree produces the most sought-after engineering professionals.
Our program delivers practical, hands-on training combined with comprehensive theoretical knowledge in advanced engineering disciplines.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
This program is demanding and requires a high level of commitment. The admission process is designed to identify the students most likely to succeed at the University. The number of applicants meeting minimum GPA standard for admission may be greater than the number of seats in the program. This may mean a higher GPA is used to determine admission eligibility.
All of:
High school transcripts - 1 official copy.
Other postsecondary transcripts - 1 official copy.
Regardless of relevance to engineering studies all post-secondary transcripts must be submitted
And one of:
A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology within the last 5 years with a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.0 (B) and no individual course marks below a C grade - 1 official copy.
A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology more than 5 years ago with a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.0 (B) and no individual course marks below a C grade - 1 official copy. and a Letter of Intent outlining work experience and or professional development since graduation
A diploma from another closely related discipline within the last 5 years with a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.0 (B) and no individual course marks below a C grade and approved by the Engineering Bridge Coordinator) - 1 official copy.
Note:
Camosun College diploma graduates are not required to submit their Camosun transcripts
In progress transcripts may be accepted if students are currently enrolled in the final courses of their diploma program. The courses must be completed prior to acceptance for admission.
Diploma programs must be accredited by Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC) to be eligible for admission. Other Canadian technology programs not accredited by TAC may be considered but will require the submission of detailed course descriptions (syllabi) for all courses.
High School Graduation is mandatory.
High school transcripts, proof of high school graduation (mandatory for most programs) and official, certified English translations
Post-secondary transcripts and credentials (if applicable) and official, certified English translations. Include all credentials, even if non-completed and/or in-progress
IELTS (Academic) - Score of 6.0 overall (no sub-score less than 6.0)
TOEFL IBT - Score of 78 overall (no sub-score less than 19)
All of:
High school transcripts - 1 official copy.
Other postsecondary transcripts - 1 official copy.
Regardless of relevance to engineering studies all post-secondary transcripts must be submitted
And one of:
A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology within the last 5 years with a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.0 (B) and no individual course marks below a C grade - 1 official copy.
A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology more than 5 years ago with a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.0 (B) and no individual course marks below a C grade - 1 official copy. and a Letter of Intent outlining work experience and or professional development since graduation
A diploma from another closely related discipline within the last 5 years with a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.0 (B) and no individual course marks below a C grade and approved by the Engineering Bridge Coordinator) - 1 official copy.
Note:
Camosun College diploma graduates are not required to submit their Camosun transcripts
In progress transcripts may be accepted if students are currently enrolled in the final courses of their diploma program. The courses must be completed prior to acceptance for admission.
Diploma programs must be accredited by Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC) to be eligible for admission. Other Canadian technology programs not accredited by TAC may be considered but will require the submission of detailed course descriptions (syllabi) for all courses.
High School Graduation is mandatory.
High school transcripts, proof of high school graduation (mandatory for most programs) and official, certified English translations
Post-secondary transcripts and credentials (if applicable) and official, certified English translations. Include all credentials, even if non-completed and/or in-progress
IELTS (Academic) - Score of 6.0 overall (no sub-score less than 6.0)
TOEFL IBT - Score of 78 overall (no sub-score less than 19)
Tuition
CAD
16,432