About University Arts And Sciences-certificate In Engineering Studies in Northern Lights College

University Arts and Sciences courses and credentials are designed to provide an educational experience that prepares students for work, citizenship, an enriched life as an educated person, and to create a solid foundation for further study.

Compared to the Certificate in Engineering, the Certificate in Engineering Studies is a credential that does not require completion of all science courses within two semesters. The Certificate in Engineering Studies is designed for students who are considering transfer into an Engineering degree program and prefer part-time study as an option.

Students who successfully complete this credential qualify for guaranteed admission into a second-year Engineering program at the University of Victoria. Second-year placement in particular UVic Engineering programs is determined on a competitive basis. Students are responsible for checking the transferability of their NLC coursework to other institutions.

University of Victoria Transfer Pathway

Career Prospects

By taking a planned combination of Northern Lights College courses, students may transfer to baccalaureate-level Engineering programs at various universities. The University of Victoria is a recommended transfer destination

Academic qualification equivalents

• Completion of All India or State Board HSC (XII): 55% or higher in relevant subjects.

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS: 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5
• TOEFL: 78 IBT

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International Students - Program Tuition/Costs

International applicants are responsible for all program and living costs while studying at Mount Royal University.

Here are the estimated costs you can expect:

Student Services Fees Table

Student services fees are assessed for each semester or equivalent instructional period in which a student is enrolled. Full-time students are student enrolled in 9 or more credits per semester, or 18 or more contact hours per week. For programs that do not follow a semester, Student Services Fees cover up to five months (20 weeks).

Other Fees and Charges

The following fees and charges are in effect from 01 September 2019 to 31 August 2020. For Testing/Assessment Service fees, see