Diploma in Engineering
Why Study Engineering
Engineering is about solving real problems, building practical solutions and shaping the future. From infrastructure and energy to technology and the environment, engineers play a major role in how the world works.
At Saint Mary’s, Engineering gives you a strong start with a two-year Diploma in Engineering that builds your foundation in math, science, design and technical communication. From there, you can continue into further engineering or science study (or both!) depending on your goals.
Whether you want to pursue a full engineering degree, keep your options open or combine engineering with science, this personalized pathway gives you flexibility and a strong academic foundation.
The Saint Mary's Approach
The two-year Diploma in Engineering at Saint Mary’s provides students with a foundation in engineering mathematics, design and technical communication and an understanding of scientific principles. The cross-curricular course work prepares students for multiple fields.
Students in the Diploma in Engineering can apply to specialize in the following disciplines:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Resource Engineering
On completion of the Diploma in Engineering, students can continue into Year 3 of the Bachelor in Engineering in Resource Engineering program at Saint Mary’s, which has program options in Mining Engineering and Renewable Energy Engineering.
Students wishing to pursue any of the other engineering disciplines listed above can transfer to Dalhousie University to complete their final two years of the Bachelor of Engineering program. Saint Mary’s students who complete the Diploma in Engineering have guaranteed acceptance into Year 3 of Dalhousie’s Bachelor of Engineering program.
Students who want to combine engineering with science can also add a Bachelor of Science to their Diploma in Engineering with only two semesters of additional coursework.
Hands-on Learning
At Saint Mary’s, we recognize that hands-on learning is crucial to offering an excellent engineering education. Disassemble and rebuild common household devices in Design I. Build robots and compete against your classmates in Design II. Test the strength of structures you’ve designed and built in Mechanics of Materials. Our small class sizes allow us to offer educational experiences you won’t get elsewhere.
The program is designed to give students a strong academic start and a clear pathway into future study in engineering. Whether you continue into Resource Engineering at Saint Mary’s, transfer into another engineering discipline or combine your diploma with a science degree, you will graduate from the Diploma with a strong foundation to build on.
Student Experience
Integrating academic learning with workplace experience helps graduates jumpstart their careers. Engineering students at Saint Mary’s can undertake co-op work terms as soon as they’ve completed first year, and students in the Bachelor of Engineering in Resource Engineering can graduate with 16 months of industry-based, co-op work experience. Interested in assisting faculty members with their research, or being a Teaching Assistant or Peer Tutor? There are lots of ways that students can build a great looking résumé while studying Engineering at Saint Mary’s.
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Ever wonder what it’s like to study engineering at Saint Mary’s University? On our first episode of Majorly Speaking, sit down and find out with Professor Don MacNeil, second-year student Bri Lawton, and a special furry guest, Bert—Engineering’s Chief Morale Officer.
Learn more about the engineering program.
Watch our engineering episode Ever wonder what it’s like to study engineering at Saint Mary’s University? On our first episode of Majorly Speaking, sit down and find out with Professor Don MacNeil, second-year student Bri Lawton, and a special furry guest, Bert—Engineering’s Chief Morale Officer.
Learn more about the engineering program.
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