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CBU provides an engineering transfer program in partnership with Dalhousie University. Among select Associated Universities, CBU stands out by offering introductory coursework across all six engineering fields: civil, environmental, electrical, industrial, mechanical, and chemical. Students complete the initial two years of the four-year Bachelor of Engineering degree at CBU before finishing their studies at Dalhousie University.
An overall average of 65% is required for all students applying to most CBU credit programs based on high school performance.
General Requirements for High School Graduates
English 12 (academic or advanced)
Math 12 (academic or advanced)
2 science 12 level (chemistry and physics is recommended)
1 additional grade 12 academic or advanced level course
TOEFL score of 550 (paper test), 213 (computer test), or 80 (internet test)
IELTS Academic (and IELTS Indicator) score of 6.5 with no band below 6.0
CAEL score of 60 (this includes CAEL Online)
MELAB score of 85
Pearson PTE (Academic) score of 59
CanTEST score of 4.5 (reading & listening), 4.0 (writing)
Application deadline - September 2024 (Fall) - April 15, January 2025 (Winter) - September 15, 2024, May 2025 (Spring) - January 15, 2025.