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Broadly, about the programs

Degrees and Program Overview

All engineering students follow a common first year curriculum with courses in chemistry, mathematics, physics, computing, engineering mechanics and an introduction to the engineering profession.

In March of the first year, students are asked to apply to the engineering degree program of their choice. When applying, students have the option of completing their degree program by either taking the Traditional Education Route or the Co-operative Education Route.

Traditional Education Route

This is the most common route university students choose to complete their post-secondary education. It consists of four years of eight four-month terms of full-time study. As our students progress through the engineering classes, the program becomes more directed towards individual interests in engineering.

Co-operative Education Route

The co-op route incorporates a paid, supervised work experience component into the degree program. It consists of eight four-month terms of full-time study and one four-month work and two eight-month work terms. The work terms are paid full-time employment positions related to the student’s field of study.

Approximately 45 per cent of engineering students beyond first year choose this five-year co-op alternative.

Tuition and scholarships

MAPLE LEAF AWARDS (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS STUDYING IN CANADA)

If you are a non-Canadian citizen and not a Permanent Resident of Canada, but you are currently studying in Canada, then you may be eligible for one of these University of Alberta scholarships.

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA MAPLE LEAF CENTENARY SCHOLARSHIP

Field of Study: Open

Value: $20,000 over four years ($5,000 per year)

Quantity available: 2

Conditions: Awarded to student(s) on Study Permit(s) with superior academic achievement entering the first year of an undergraduate degree program at the University of Alberta from a high school in Canada. Selection based on academic standing, leadership qualities as demonstrated by involvement in extracurricular and community activities, and a counselor's letter of recommendation. Renewal of funding for the second, third, and fourth years is contingent upon achieving a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a full normal course load at the University of Alberta, while studying on a Study Permit. Transfer students are not eligible for this scholarship.

Application procedure: Students will be considered for this Scholarship if they have applied for both Scholastic Distinction (Entrance Citations) for International Students and International Entrance Leadership.

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA MAPLE LEAF FIRST YEAR EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP

Field of Study: Open

Value: Variable

Quantity available: Variable

Conditions: Awarded to student(s) on Study Permit(s) with superior academic achievement entering the first year of a University of Alberta undergraduate degree program from a school in Canada. Selection based on high school academic standing.

Application procedure: Automatic consideration upon admission to the University of Alberta.

BSc in Mining Engineering

In the University of Alberta this program includes the Alberta Chamber of Resources Chair in Mining Engineering, the Canada Research Chair in Natural Resources Uncertainty Management and the Centre for Computational Geostatistics.

Mining engineers work with every aspect of the extraction of resources from the ground. The Mining Engineering program at the University of Alberta is the largest in Canada and one of only two programs available in Western Canada. It is a broadly based program covering subject areas ranging from surface and underground mining, to physical and mathematical sciences. The graduates are well equipped with the tools they need to compete and succeed in a variety of careers in industry, government or the service sector.

On your first day of engineering at the University of Alberta, you'll be joining a diverse group of students from all over the world. You'll be among the best and brightest minds and will be given excellent opportunities for academic and personal growth. Your first year will establish the courses for your future as an engineer. The curriculum is designed to give you a solid foundation and introduce you to the vast opportunities available in engineering. You'll not only increase your academic capacity, you'll also discover how you can shape the future.

Mining engineers design surface and underground mines, supervise the construction of mine shafts and tunnels in underground operations, and devise methods for transporting minerals to processing plants. Students take courses in blasting/explosives, rock mechanics, economics, all branches of mining, business and environmental issues as well as core engineering courses in mechanical, civil, electrical and chemical engineering.

Career Possibilities:

- Modeling resources

- Planning safe and cost-effective extraction

- Consulting

- Government

- Banking institutions

- Legal advisor

- Mine machinery design

Areas of specialization

- Equipment ground interactions

- Geomechanics, geotechnical and engineering geology

- Geostatistics