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How to Apply
You have taken the first step and decided to enrol in the Engineering Transfer program, but how do you apply?
The information in this page has been taken from the VIU 2009/10 Calendar (please refer to the current VIU
calendar for more up-to-date information) and is organized to help you through the application process. Please feel free to
contact the Engineering Advisor if you have further questions.
Step 1: Do you have the background?
To enroll in the full slate of first year engineering courses, you will need:
- BC Secondary School graduation or at least 21 years of age by end of first semester
- Math 12 (B or higher)
- Chemistry 12
- Physics 12
- Helpful but not required: Computer Science and/or Calculus
Step 2: Application for Admission
You will need:
- An Application for Admission form -- Fill in all the requested information. When asked to specify which program/goal you are applying, put in Engineering Transfer.
- An official high school transcript (current BC high school students need also supply their Personal Education Number)
- A $35 non-refundable application fee (first time applicants) to complete the application process.
Submit the form (and supporting documents) to:
Registration Centre
Bldg 200
900 Fifth St.
Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5
CANADA
When your application has been received and processed, you should receive a confirmation of acceptance letter from the Admissions office. Read it carefully and keep it in a safe place. It should contain information on how to access your on-line student record and the date when you can start registering for courses.
The due date for registration for the 2011/12 academic year is 31-Mar/2011.
Step 3: Funding Sources -- Scholarships, Bursaries, Grants, and Loans
Going to university can be expensive, though several sources of funding may be possible for you to minimize the cost.
- Explore the Financial Aids and Awards site for links to government and institutional assistance programs.
- A list of general and entrance scholarship/awards are available on the Financial Aid site. Talk to your school counsellor about how to apply for these awards. Typically the deadline is around March 15 of your Grade 12 year.
- Specific scholarships/awards are available to students entering into the one or two year engineering transfer program. The Engineering Department highly recommends that you apply for these awards as the limited enrolment in this program enhances your ability to receive funding.
- Ensure you apply for government student loan programs to make up the difference.
- Consider the first year co-op program (available in the summer after your first year of university studies) to help build your career experience and help fund your studies.
Step 4: UBC or UVic?
One of the first choices you are going to have to make is whether you are planning to transfer into UBC or UVic following your first year of studies. UBC offers a larger number of engineering options (the majority of our students transfer into civil or chemical engineering) while UVic offers electrical, computer, mechanical, and software engineering with a mandatory co-op program.
Both UBC and UVic have a common core of first year courses -- you do not have to choose to go into a specific engineering discipline until you enter second year. Unfortunately, the common core for each institution is slightly different. We have indicated in the notes section below each first year course listing which courses to take to 'hedge your bets' if you are uncertain as to whether you wish to transfer into the UBC or UVic engineering program after first year. Also, you should feel free to contact the Engineering Advisor if you have questions on what courses you should take and when.
UVic Transfer
| 1st Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Term | Hours | Spring Term | Hours |
| **CHEM 150(a) | 7 | ENGL 204 | 3 |
| CSCI 160 | 5 | ENGR 121 | 3 |
| *ENGE 199 | 3 | ENGM 141 | 4 |
| MATH 100(b) | 4 | MATH 101(b) | 4 |
| PHYS 121 | 7 | MATH 141 | 4 |
| ENGL 115 | 3 | PHYS 122 | 7 |
| Total Hours | 29 hrs | Total Hours | 25 hrs |
*ENGE 199 will be renamed to ENG4 112 in Fall-2013
**Students enrolled in the Software Engineering option do not need to take CHEM 150. However, these students will need to enroll in CSCI 161 in the Spring term. Please see the Engineering Advisor regarding time-table options.
(a) students may take CHEM 140/142A or CHEM 140/142 instead of CHEM 150. Those students who are uncertain as to whether thye will transfer to UBC or UVic should take CHEM 150 in their first semester
(b) students may take MATH 121/122/110 instead of MATH 100/101
UBC Transfer
UBC Transfer
| 1st Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Term | Hours | Spring Term | Hours |
| CHEM 140(a) | 7 | MATH 101 | 4 |
| CSCI 160 | 5 | MATH 141 | 4 |
| MATH 100(b) | 4 | PHYS 122 | 7 |
| PHYS 121 | 7 | PHYS 170 | 4 |
| ENGL 115 | 3 | CHEM 142A(d) | 3 |
| Complimentary Studies(c) | 3 | ENGR 150 | 5 |
| Total Hours | 29 hrs | Total Hours | 27 hrs |
(a) Students who are uncertain as to whether they will transfer to UBC or UVic should take CHEM 150 in their first semester
(b) students may take MATH 121/122/110 instead of MATH 100/101
(c) Complimentary studies courses give a student breadth in their education and several will be taken through your engineering degree program. Science and business courses are often excluded for eligible courses. See UBC Calendar for an up-to-date list of eligible complimentary studies courses. We highly recommend that students take ENGE 199 in place of the complimentary studies course if they are uncertain as to whether they are going to UVic or UBC after their first year of studies.
(d) or CHEM 142
** International students are strongly advised to take ENGL 125 in either the Spring semester or Summer session to ensure that they fulfill the LPI and UBC's English language requirements. If you believe that you already fulfill these requirements, please see the Engineering advisor. Domestic students who achieved a final grade of less than 75% in English 12 must take ENGL 125 in their first year.
Note: Applied Science 121/122 are taken at UBC in first year, but are not offered at VIU.
Step 5: Select Courses
The Registration Centre will send you full details on how and when to register. This information should arrive in late Spring. It is recommended that you develop a time table of your courses prior to your registration date. This is done through your on-line student record.
Step 6: Pay Tuition Deposit
A $200 tuition deposition will be required to confirm your acceptance; this deposit is applied towards your first semester's tuition fees.
The date by which you must pay this deposit will be sent to you with your registration materials, although typically it is on or before 30-Jun.
Step 7: Attend an Orientation Session
Orientation sessions are held to help you familiarize yourself with Vancouver Island University. If you are enrolling in a University program, you need to sign up for an Orientation session when you register for your Fall classes.
Step 8: Pay the Tuition for the courses
Tuition is usually due after the first couple of weeks of classes. For now, enjoy yourself and we will see you in September as you embark on an exciting and reward career in Engineering!