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The Engineering Studies Certificate explores courses in the areas of chemistry, computer programming, communications, engineering design, math, and physics. This program meets the British Columbia Common First-Year Engineering Agreement, preparing you to apply for transfer into second-year engineering programs at designated receiving institutions across the province. 

Engineering Studies Certificate

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1. High school graduation (required to provide transcripts)
2. English 12 (B) or equivalent
    - Note: If you meet the English proficiency requirement using an IELTS score and have a writing band of 6.0 or less, you are required to complete NLC English 099 with at least a "B" grade in your first semester at NLC.
3. Both: Pre-calculus 12 (B) and Calculus 12 (B) or equivalent
4. Chemistry 12 (C+) or equivalent 
5. Physics 12 (C+) or equivalent


Academic Admission Requirement

1. Where applicable, Calculus 12 and Programming 12 are recommended 

2. If you are missing Chemistry 12 and/or equivalent, you are still encouraged to apply and will be reviewed on a case by case basis. 

3. If you do not meet the above admission requirements, you can gain program entry by successfully completing appropriate assessments and/or upgrading courses. Feedback on the Assessments will be provided to help you make informed decisions about appropriate selection of upgrading courses. For more details, please contact an academic advisor at NLC.

4. This program meets the British Columbia Common First-Year Engineering Agreement, preparing students to apply for transfer into second-year engineering programs at designated receiving institutions across BC. Please note that the terms and conditions of transfer into the second-year vary. For example, second-year admission to BC engineering schools may be guaranteed or competitive, and at the time time, program-specific placement at second year is typically competitive. NLC students are responsible for confirming transfer arrangements at their chosen degree-granting institutions. Contact admissions@nlc.bc.ca for more information. 

5. For second year transfer, most receiving institutions require all first-year program courses to be completed within 30 weeks (or two semesters) of full-time study in a single academic year. However, University of Victoria will accept part-time study that is spread over two academic years. 

6. Use BC Transfer Guide to check course transferability to other post-secondary institutions in BC.

7. Students are required to have a computer that meets the minimum computer requirements. 

Admission Advice

Qualified applicants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Early application is recommended.

Verify dates and deadlines directly with NLC. 

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