Engineering Colleges in Canada: Rankings, Fees, Courses, Eligibility and more.
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Engineering colleges in Canada have curriculums that cover subjects like mathematics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, engineering sciences, computer science and programming, etc. There are 21 Engineering colleges in Canada that are top-ranked, out of which, 5 universities are ranked in the top 150 according to QS Ranking 2023. The average salaries of engineers in Canada varies depending on several factors such as specialization, experience and skills of individuals. According to the data by Statistics Canada, the median annual salary of engineers is 80,000 CAD (49.33 L INR).

  • A report from Engineers Canada revealed that Canada will need to fill more than 100,000 engineer jobs by the end of 2025.
  • Jobs in Computer & IT are among the top careers in Canada both in terms of salary and employment opportunities
  • Canada is expected to have 11,300 new job openings for mechanical engineers between 2019-2028.

Engineering Colleges in Canada Fees

Best Engineering Colleges in Canada

University Name QS Global Rankings 2023 Tuition Fees (CAD)
University of Toronto #34 36,738
University of British Columbia #36 21,898
University of Waterloo #49 46,189
McGill University #53 21,572
University of Montreal #104 11,471
University of Alberta #126 41,619
University of Calgary #177 15,084
Queen’s University at Kingston #208 20,467
McMaster University #236 17,688
Western University #272 23,136

Some other Engineering Colleges in Canada

University Name QS Global Rankings 2023 Tuition Fees (CAD)
University of Ottawa 281 23,136
University of Quebec 303 16,500
Concordia University 332 16,306
Laval University 362 11,980
Simon Fraser University 390 61,611
Carleton University 401-450 31,641
University of Manitoba 401-450 25,050
University of Victoria 451-500 13,200
York University 451-500 32,250
Toronto Metropolitan University 501-520 24,759

Engineering Colleges in Canada for Undergraduate Programs

University Name Tuition Fees (CAD) Tuition Fees (INR)
University of Toronto 63,370 39.04 L
University of British Columbia 57,735 35.57 L
University of Waterloo 65,100 40.01 L
McGill University 56,388 34.74 L
University of Montreal 17,144 10.56 L

Engineering Colleges in Canada for PhD Programs

University Name Tuition Fees (CAD) Tuition Fees (INR)
University of Alberta 41,000 25.26 L
University of Calgary 18,136 11.17 L
Queen’s University at Kingston 15,592 9.60 L
McMaster University 13,500 8.31 L

Engineering Colleges in Canada: Admission Requirements

University of Toronto

  • Candidates are required to provide competitive results in math, chemistry and physics courses.
  • Present a minimum of six grade 12 U or M courses including: English (ENG4U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Calculus & Vectors (MCV4U) , Chemistry (SCH4U), Physics (SPH4U)
  • Scholarship letters (if any)
  • Financial documents
  • English proficiency requirements:
  • IELTS: 7.0 (6.5 band score)
  • TOEFL: 93 (22 in writing/speaking)

University of Montreal

  • All undergraduate programs are given in French. To be admissible to an undergraduate program, you must meet the French admissions requirement, required by the degree program(s) to which they have applied.
  • In general, admission to graduate programs at the 2e cycle level (microprograms, DESS and Master’s) require a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
  • A GPA of 3.00 on a 4.3 scale is required to be eligible for the program.
  • Letter of recommendation
  • English Proficiency Test Scores: IELTS 6.5 | TOEFL: 80 or above
  • Resume

University of British Columbia

  • Applicants must hold a credential deemed academically equivalent to a four-year bachelor's degree from UBC in engineering or a related discipline.
  • First Class/Division 1 (65%) or Very Good (8 on a 10-point scale)
  • English Proficiency Test Scores: IELTS 6.5 | TOEFL: 90 or above
  • Resume
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letter of recommendation.

University of Waterloo

  • High school: Individual selection from the mid-80s.
  • Minimum cumulative college average of B.
  • Required courses are: Advanced Functions 4U -- A minimum grade of 70 is required, Calculus and Vectors 4U -- A minimum grade of 70 is required, Chemistry 4U -- A minimum grade of 70 is required, English 4U (ENG4U) -- A minimum grade of 70 is required, Physics 4U -- A minimum grade of 70 is required
  • Statement of Purpose
  • English Proficiency Test Scores: IELTS 6.5 | TOEFL: 90 or above
  • Letter of Recommendation

McGill University

  • At least 60 program credits for B. Eng./B.S.E. students in the Faculty of Engineering or 45 program credits for B. Eng. (Bioresource) students.
  • Scanned copy of passport
  • Canada student visa
  • Updated Resume
  • Proof of finance availability
  • Statement of Purpose

How to choose Universities?

The educational system in Canada is known for providing world-class education, excellent infrastructure, cultural diversity, and work opportunities that attract a huge influx of students. Educational system in Canada is known for its quality, research, welcoming environment and affordability. Once you have decided which university you want to study in, start searching for the best universities offering that course. After the shortlisted universities, try to analyze how much is the return of investment, including, rankings, job opportunities, fees, course structure, research opportunities, etc. After that, use tools like University Comparer, to have comparison between universities shortlisted. Before finalizing, look at your budget, and the location of the university, and the student profiles of students who graduated to give an idea on how the career of the students who graduated from the university of your choice were.

After that, fill the application form, pay the application fees, wait for the university's decision, and if you have received an offer, you can proceed with the application for a student visa.

FAQs

Ques. Are there any job opportunities for engineering students in Canada?

Ans. A report from Engineers Canada revealed that Canada will need to fill more than 100,000 engineer jobs by the end of 2025. There are 21 Canadian Universities in engineering that are top-ranked, out of which, 5 universities are ranked in the top 150 according to QS Ranking 2023.


Ques.How many universities in Canada provide Engineering Courses?

Ans.More than 60 Canadian universities offer degrees in Engineering courses.


Ques.What is the minimum salary of an electric engineer in Canada?

Ans.The median annual salary for electrical engineers is 80,000 CAD (49.33 L INR).


Ques.How much will it cost to study engineering in Canada?

Ans.On average, the cost of tuition fees in Canada is between 20,000 CAD and 30,000 CAD per year. (12.32 L INR and 18.48 L INR). Other expenses include the cost of a study permit, health insurance and other administrative fees.


Ques.Are Scholarships available for international students?

Ans.Yes, each university offers financial assistance for the need- based students. You must check the portal of the university to verify your eligibility.

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#1The University of British Columbia logo

The University of British Columbia, Vancouver

British Columbia, Canada69%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $43.6K/Yr (CA$60,622/Yr)Living$8.2K/Yr (CA$11,353/Yr)Admission B.A.Sc Computer Science - Softwa...Duolingo125IELTS6.0PTE65$43.6K/Yr
CA$60,622
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
8.0/10(105 Users)Ranked 49 by THE in 2024Ranked 51 by ARWU in 2022
#2McGill University logo

McGill University, Montreal

Quebec, Canada54%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $44.5K/Yr (CA$61,852/Yr)Living$17.4K/Yr (CA$24,160/Yr)Admission B.Eng Software EngineeringDuolingo125IELTS6.5PTE65$45.1K/Yr
CA$62,637
Course duration: 4 years
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6.8/10(22 Users)Ranked 71 by THE in 2024Ranked 51 by ARWU in 2022
#3McMaster University logo

McMaster University, Hamilton

Ontario, Canada42%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $38.1K/Yr (CA$52,859/Yr)Living$9.3K/Yr (CA$12,970/Yr)Admission B.Eng Software EngineeringTOEFL86PTE60$40.5K/Yr
CA$56,232
Course duration: 4 years
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9.3/10(28 Users)Ranked 176 by THE in 2024Ranked 301 by ARWU in 2022
#4University of Alberta logo

University of Alberta, Edmonton

Alberta, Canada66%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $30K/Yr (CA$41,644/Yr)Living$11.2K/Yr (CA$15,600/Yr)Admission B.S Computer Engineering - Softw...Duolingo115TOEFL90PTE61$32.7K/Yr
CA$45,482
Course duration: 4 years
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7.0/10(20 Users)Ranked 90 by THE in 2024Ranked 11 by ARWU in 2022
#5University of Montreal logo

University of Montreal, Montreal

Quebec, Canada23%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $18.2K/Yr (CA$25,257/Yr)Living$684/Yr (CA$950/Yr)Admission M.Eng Software EngineeringGMAT630TOEFL85$15.7K/Yr
CA$21,786
Course duration: 2 years
1 More Program
8.2/10(15 Users)Ranked 176 by THE in 2024Ranked 201 by ARWU in 2022
#6University of Waterloo logo

University of Waterloo, Waterloo

Ontario, Canada53%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $52.6K/Yr (CA$73,000/Yr)Living$4.9K/Yr (CA$6,864/Yr)Admission B.A.Sc Software EngineeringTOEFL90PTE63$52.6K/Yr
CA$73,000
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
7.5/10(53 Users)Ranked 69 by THE in 2024Ranked 12 by ARWU in 2022
#7University of Ottawa logo

University of Ottawa, Ottawa

Ontario, Canada55%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $22.7K/Yr (CA$31,582/Yr)Living$14K/Yr (CA$19,400/Yr)Admission B.A.Sc Software EngineeringIELTS6.5PTE60$22.7K/Yr
CA$31,582
Course duration: 4 years
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7.5/10(34 Users)Ranked 201 by THE in 2024Ranked 201 by ARWU in 2022
#8University of Calgary logo

University of Calgary, Calgary

Alberta, Canada63%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $23.9K/Yr (CA$33,219/Yr)Living$9K/Yr (CA$12,534/Yr)Admission B.S Software EngineeringDuolingo110IELTS6.5PTE60$26.1K/Yr
CA$36,186
Course duration: 4 years
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7.7/10(32 Users)Ranked 176 by THE in 2024Ranked 201 by ARWU in 2022
#9Western University logo

Western University, London

Ontario, Canada57%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $32.2K/Yr (CA$44,767/Yr)Living$13.2K/Yr (CA$18,400/Yr)Admission B.Eng Software EngineeringDuolingo115TOEFL83PTE58$32.2K/Yr
CA$44,767
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
5.8/10(23 Users)Ranked 176 by THE in 2024Ranked 76 by ARWU in 2022
#10Simon Fraser University logo

Simon Fraser University, Burnaby

British Columbia, Canada65%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $25.9K/Yr (CA$36,024/Yr)Living$5.1K/Yr (CA$7,090/Yr)Admission B.S Software SystemsTOEFL88PTE65$25.9K/Yr
CA$36,024
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
5.3/10(12 Users)Ranked 251 by THE in 2024Ranked 301 by ARWU in 2022
#11Laval University logo

Laval University, Quebec City

Quebec, Canada59%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $19.2K/Yr (CA$26,627/Yr)Admission B.Eng Software EngineeringTOEIC591$19.2K/Yr
CA$26,627
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
Ranked 301 by THE in 2024Ranked 201 by ARWU in 2022
#12University of Victoria logo

University of Victoria, Victoria

British Columbia, Canada75%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $24.6K/Yr (CA$34,228/Yr)Living$7.8K/Yr (CA$10,879/Yr)Admission B.Eng Software EngineeringTOEFL90$24.6K/Yr
CA$34,228
Course duration: 5 years
Programs
7.5/10(9 Users)Ranked 251 by THE in 2024Ranked 301 by ARWU in 2022
#13York University logo

York University, Toronto

Ontario, Canada80%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $23.3K/Yr (CA$32,355/Yr)Living$8.5K/Yr (CA$11,860/Yr)Admission B.Eng Software EngineeringDuolingo115TOEFL88PTE60$23.3K/Yr
CA$32,355
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
5.3/10(40 Users)Ranked 401 by THE in 2024
#14University of Quebec at Montreal logo

University of Quebec at Montreal, Montreal

Quebec, Canada50%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $16.7K/Yr (CA$23,230/Yr)Living$3.1K/Yr (CA$4,320/Yr)Admission Graduate Diploma Software Engine...TOEFL61$14.8K/Yr
CA$20,490
Course duration: 1 year
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Ranked 401 by THE in 2024Ranked 851 by QS in 2025
#15University of Guelph logo

University of Guelph, Guelph

Ontario, Canada65%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $25K/Yr (CA$34,698/Yr)Living$6.8K/Yr (CA$9,420/Yr)Admission Bachelor of Computing Software E...Duolingo110IELTS6.5PTE60$25K/Yr
CA$34,698
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
4.0/10(25 Users)Ranked 301 by THE in 2024Ranked 201 by ARWU in 2022
#16Concordia University logo

Concordia University, Montreal

Quebec, Canada73%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $26K/Yr (CA$36,175/Yr)Living$10K/Yr (CA$13,953/Yr)Admission M.Eng Software EngineeringDuolingo115TOEFL88PTE61$26.4K/Yr
CA$36,725
Course duration: 2 years
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8.2/10(39 Users)Ranked 201 by THE in 2024Ranked 301 by ARWU in 2022
#17University of Windsor logo

University of Windsor, Windsor

Ontario, Canada65%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $44.5K/Yr (CA$61,818/Yr)Living$5.7K/Yr (CA$7,878/Yr)Admission B.S Computer Science (Software E...Duolingo120IELTS6.5PTE68$44.5K/Yr
CA$61,818
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
8.5/10(23 Users)Ranked 301 by THE in 2024
#18University of New Brunswick (Fredericton) logo

University of New Brunswick (Fredericton), Fredericton

Newbrunswick, Canada79%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $17.3K/Yr (CA$23,980/Yr)Living$8.5K/Yr (CA$11,873/Yr)Admission B.S Software EngineeringDuolingo105IELTS6.5PTE59$17.3K/Yr
CA$23,980
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
6.8/10(4 Users)Ranked 201 by THE in 2024Ranked 401 by ARWU in 2022
#19University of Ontario Institute of Technology logo

University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Oshawa

Ontario, Canada70%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $31.6K/Yr (CA$43,888/Yr)Admission B.Eng Software EngineeringIELTS6.5PTE58$31.6K/Yr
CA$43,888
Course duration: 4 years
1 More Program
5.8/10(8 Users)Ranked 301 by THE in 2024Ranked 201 by ARWU in 2022
#20Lakehead University logo

Lakehead University, Thunder Bay

Ontario, Canada83%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $25.7K/Yr (CA$35,713/Yr)Living$8.4K/Yr (CA$11,650/Yr)Admission B.Eng Software EngineeringDuolingo110TOEFL85PTE58$29.3K/Yr
CA$40,663
Course duration: 3 years
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6.0/10(6 Users)Ranked 401 by THE in 2024
#21Memorial University of Newfoundland logo

Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John's

Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada60%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $15K/Yr (CA$20,790/Yr)Living$8.3K/Yr (CA$11,573/Yr)Admission B.S Computer Science (Software E...Duolingo115TOEFL79PTE58$15K/Yr
CA$20,790
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
7.0/10(15 Users)Ranked 201 by THE in 2024Ranked 401 by ARWU in 2022
#22Carleton University logo

Carleton University, Ottawa

Ontario, Canada73%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $38.6K/Yr (CA$53,613/Yr)Living$9.3K/Yr (CA$12,907/Yr)Admission B.Eng Software EngineeringTOEFL86PTE60$38.6K/Yr
CA$53,613
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
8.0/10(24 Users)Ranked 251 by THE in 2024Ranked 201 by ARWU in 2022
#23University of Sherbrooke logo

University of Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke

Quebec, Canada73%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $19.3K/Yr (CA$26,860/Yr)Living$6.6K/Yr (CA$9,192/Yr)Admission M.S Software EngineeringTOEFL100$19.3K/Yr
CA$26,860
Course duration: 18 months
Programs
6.8/10(1 User)Ranked 401 by ARWU in 2022
#24University of Regina logo

University of Regina, Regina

Saskatchewan, Canada58%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $24.2K/Yr (CA$33,651/Yr)Living$5.6K/Yr (CA$7,780/Yr)Admission B.Eng Software SystemsDuolingo110TOEFL83PTE59$24.6K/Yr
CA$34,236
Course duration: 5 years
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6.2/10(4 Users)Ranked 601 by THE in 2024
#25The King's University logo

The King's University, Edmonton

Alberta, Canada80%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $5.2K/Yr (CA$7,275/Yr)Living$4.2K/Yr (CA$5,802/Yr)Admission B.S Software Systems DevelopmentDuolingo115IELTS6.5PTE59$5.2K/Yr
CA$7,275
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
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#26Campion College logo

Campion College, Regina

Saskatchewan, Canada76%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $22K/Yr (CA$30,546/Yr)Living$2.8K/Yr (CA$3,884/Yr)Admission B.S Software Systems DevelopmentTOEFL70$22K/Yr
CA$30,546
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
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#27Polytechnic School of Montreal logo

Polytechnic School of Montreal, Montreal

Quebec, Canada26%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $18.2K/Yr (CA$25,257/Yr)Admission M.Eng Software EngineeringGMAT630TOEFL85$15.7K/Yr
CA$21,786
Course duration: 2 years
1 More Program
8.2/10(1 User)
#28Thompson Rivers University logo

Thompson Rivers University, Kamloops

British Columbia, Canada82%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $15.5K/Yr (CA$21,574/Yr)Living$10.8K/Yr (CA$14,941/Yr)Admission B.Eng Software EngineeringDuolingo110IELTS6.5PTE58$15.5K/Yr
CA$21,574
Course duration: 5 years
Programs
7.8/10(10 Users)
#29School of Higher Technology, University of Quebec logo

School of Higher Technology, University of Quebec, Montreal

Quebec, Canada82%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $20K/Yr (CA$27,795/Yr) M.A.Sc Software EngineeringTOEFL61$17.1K/Yr
CA$23,690
Course duration: 18 months
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#30Algonquin College logo

Algonquin College, Ottawa

Ontario, Canada5%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $12.9K/Yr (CA$17,868/Yr)Living$8.8K/Yr (CA$12,256/Yr)Admission B.I.T Interactive Multimedia Des...IELTS6.0PTE60$12.9K/Yr
CA$17,868
Course duration: 4 years
Programs
7.8/10(18 Users)
#31Bow Valley College logo

Bow Valley College, Calgary

Alberta, Canada37%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $14.1K/Yr (CA$19,644/Yr)Living$2.9K/Yr (CA$4,000/Yr)Admission Diploma Software DevelopmentIELTS6.0PTE53$14.1K/Yr
CA$19,644
Course duration: 2 years
1 More Program
8.8/10(3 Users)
#32Centennial College logo

Centennial College, Toronto

Ontario, Canada67%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $12.5K/Yr (CA$17,412/Yr)Living$2K/Yr (CA$2,730/Yr)Admission Diploma Software Engineering Tec...Duolingo125TOEFL88PTE60$12.4K/Yr
CA$17,206
Course duration: 2 years
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6.3/10(36 Users)
#33Humber College logo

Humber College, Toronto

Ontario, Canada20%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $16.2K/Yr (CA$22,501/Yr)Living$7.6K/Yr (CA$10,503/Yr)Admission Graduate Certificate Enterprise ...Duolingo130TOEFL88PTE64$16.2K/Yr
CA$22,501
Course duration: 1 year
Programs
9.7/10(37 Users)
#34British Columbia Institute of Technology logo

British Columbia Institute of Technology, Burnaby

British Columbia, Canada43%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $15K/Yr (CA$20,784/Yr)Living$4K/Yr (CA$5,490/Yr)Admission Certificate Software Systems Dev...IELTS6.5PTE60$15K/Yr
CA$20,784
Course duration: 8 months
Programs
6.0/10(3 Users)
#35Conestoga College logo

Conestoga College, Kitchener

Ontario, Canada85%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $10.8K/Yr (CA$15,007/Yr)Living$5.8K/Yr (CA$8,000/Yr)Admission Diploma Software Engineering Tec...Duolingo115IELTS6.5PTE58$10.5K/Yr
CA$14,588
Course duration: 3 years
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9.7/10(38 Users)
#36Fanshawe College logo

Fanshawe College, London

Ontario, Canada62%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $12.4K/Yr (CA$17,267/Yr)Living$7.9K/Yr (CA$11,000/Yr)Admission Graduate Certificate Software an...Duolingo130IELTS6.0PTE53$12.4K/Yr
CA$17,267
Course duration: 1 year
Programs
6.5/10(29 Users)
#37Sheridan College logo

Sheridan College, Oakville

Ontario, Canada65%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $13.3K/Yr (CA$18,501/Yr)Living$7.9K/Yr (CA$10,920/Yr)Admission Diploma Computer Systems Technic...Duolingo105IELTS6.0PTE58$13.3K/Yr
CA$18,501
Course duration: 2 years
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7.2/10(31 Users)
#38Lambton College logo

Lambton College, Sarnia

Ontario, Canada80%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $15.3K/Yr (CA$21,261/Yr)Living$6.2K/Yr (CA$8,600/Yr)Admission Graduate Certificate Computer So...IELTS6.5$10.9K/Yr
CA$15,162
Course duration: 2 years
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7.3/10(24 Users)
#39Mohawk College logo

Mohawk College, Hamilton

Ontario, Canada52%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $12.9K/Yr (CA$17,875/Yr)Living$10.8K/Yr (CA$15,000/Yr)Admission Diploma Computer Systems Technic...IELTS6.0PTE50$12.9K/Yr
CA$17,875
Course duration: 2 years
Programs
5.0/10(12 Users)
#40Seneca College (Newnham Campus) logo

Seneca College (Newnham Campus), North York

Ontario, Canada85%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $13.2K/Yr (CA$18,285/Yr)Living$7.2K/Yr (CA$9,965/Yr)Admission B.Tech Software DevelopmentDuolingo110TOEFL84PTE58$13.2K/Yr
CA$18,285
Course duration: 4 years
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8.3/10(14 Users)
#41Oulton College logo

Oulton College, Moncton

Newbrunswick, Canada
Admission Diploma Web and Mobile Developme...TOEFL80PTE50--
Course duration: 10 months
Programs
8.7/10(2 Users)
#42Canadian College of Technology and Business logo

Canadian College of Technology and Business, Vancouver

British Columbia, Canada85%Acceptance Rate
Tuition:  $12K/Yr (CA$16,650/Yr)Living$4.3K/Yr (CA$5,976/Yr) Software Quality Assurance Engin...Duolingo95IELTS5.5PTE36$11.8K/Yr
CA$16,400
Course duration: 58 weeks
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