Program at a glance
Credential
Advanced Diploma
Work experience
Co-op / internship
Study options
Full-time
Open to International
Yes
Area of study
Length
8 months
High demand
Get ready for your P.Eng.
Start in September
The Mechanical Engineering Bridge program provides access to the third year of Mechanical Engineering at the听听(UBC V) or听听(UBC O).

Mechanical engineers design and build machines and other products, such as robots, spacecraft, automobiles, artificial limbs, amusement park rides, elevators, and manufacturing equipment. If something moves or uses energy, mechanical engineering was probably involved in its design or production.
The Mechanical Engineering Bridge to the University of British Columbia program consists of two academic terms, beginning in September and finishing at the end of May for entry into the third year of engineering at the University of British Columbia in September.
Combining theory and technology
The engineering bridge programs share many common courses, which have been developed in consultation and cooperation with UBC and UVic. The engineering bridge programs are rigorous and you should expect to dedicate yourself to your studies throughout your time in the program.
An Internship work term is optional for this program.
The only program of its kind
The engineering bridge programs are unique and recognized across Canada as an excellent transition from a technology diploma to an Engineering degree (UVic) or Applied Science degree (UBC).
Although the bridge programs are designed for graduates of technology diplomas delivered through Camosun,听all graduates from accredited听听programs are welcome to apply.
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In demand
Industry professionals and educators agree鈥攖he combination of听a technology diploma and engineering degree creates the most desirable type of engineer.
You will gain both hands-on experience with practical applied skills and an excellent knowledge of advanced engineering courses.

Co-ops and internships
Alternate between full-time studies and full-time paid work, better preparing you to embark on your career after graduation.

Learn more
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the academic calendar.听
Contact information
Engineering Bridge
Peter Burrage
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