Diploma Engineering at Dalhousie University [DAL], Halifax Fees, Entry Requirement & Application Deadline

Diploma [Engineering] From Dalhousie University

Halifax, Nova ScotiaLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1818established year
19000enrollment
Public
Partner [18 Courses]
7.5/10

Diploma (Engineering)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

Ranked #401 out of 1250 by THE Global Ranking 2025

$31,139 /Yr

CA$43,248 /Yr

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$31139 (CAD 43248)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing and Food$7071 (CAD 9821)
Books and supply$1555 (CAD 2160)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2023$9603 (CAD 13337)
2021$9603 (CAD 13337)

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Priority Application Deadline Feb 15, 2025
Final Application Deadline May 1, 2025
  • Dalhousie University offers a Diploma in Engineering for a duration of 2 years.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • In this program, students will also gain a solid foundation in math and sciences which is essential for success in any engineering career.
  • The opportunities in the engineering programs are virtually limitless that only allow those students who want to pursue a career in almost any field, in any industry, in any location around the world.
  • If students thrive in a smaller campus environment with average class sizes of 20 to 30 students, consider doing the first 2 years of their degree on Truro campus.
  • This first 2 years are dedicated to core classes in maths, science, and engineering sciences and design.
  • After completing their first 2 years (and earning an Engineering diploma), they will move to the Halifax campus to complete the final 2 years of their degree.
  • The elective classes are taken in the second year depending on the discipline selected by the students.
  • The sample courses that students can study in this program are:
    • Engineering Design I
    • Thermo-Fluid Engineering I
    • Mechanics of Materials
  • Placement in a specific discipline is competitive and based on academic performance in the first year of the students.
  • The average salary goes up to 39,000 USD after completion of the program.

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students have to complete Grade 12 in the following courses with an average of 70% score:
    • Academic English 12
    • Academic Math 12
    • Academic Physics 12
    • Academic Chemistry 12
  • Students also have to complete one additional academic subject in Grade 12.
  • If students don't have the appropriate pre-calculus math, chemistry, or physics classes, but are qualified then they may be admitted with the stipulation that they take the relevant non-credit introductory studies classes in the first year prior to registering in the degree level classes. 

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they have any one of the following certificates:

  • All-India Senior School Certificate (CBSE)
  • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
  • Indian School Certificate (CISCE)
  • Or, another Senior Secondary School Certificate awarded after standard XII

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.


Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

65 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE


Required Document List

Following are the required document:

  • Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees. 
  • Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Two Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
  • Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores 
  • Confirmation of Employment Form:  Students must be emailed as an attachment by applicant or referee. 
  • Proof of name change: Required only if name discrepancies exist between transcripts/assessments/test scores and other application documents.  Examples of proof: Marriage/divorce certificates, 2 copies of government-issued ID that include a previous and current name and date of birth.
  • ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

Ranking

2025202420232022202120202019

Times Higher Education logo
Engineering 401 out of 1250 in Global Ranking
( #10 out of 30 in Canada 2025)

QS World University logo
Engineering 451 out of 550 in Global Ranking
( #13 out of 19 in Canada 2025)

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Career and Placement after Course

Possible career opportunities are:

  • Pollution Control Specialist
  • Land Developer
  • Drilling Engineer on an offshore oil rig
  • Robotics Engineer
  • Aircraft Design Engineer 


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