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Diploma, Engineering and architecture. Cambrian College, Sudbury, Ontario, Canada.
Advanced College Diploma - Chemical Engineering Technology - Lab and Process Control (Co-op) (CHLP) is a diploma program in engineering and architecture at Cambrian College, a public institution in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada, founded in 1967.
First-year tuition is listed at 14,633 CAD and the application fee at 95 CAD. The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027.
The program name shows a co-op option, which normally means paid work terms with employers as part of the course. Ask the school how co-op places are allocated.
Applications to Cambrian College typically receive a decision in 4 days and 8 hours, based on recent applications.
Plan for about 38,176 CAD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Plan for first-year tuition, living costs at the level IRCC sets, and travel. Tuition varies widely between universities, colleges and provinces. IRCC revises the living-cost figure from time to time, so confirm the current amount on the official study permit page.
Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.
| Item | Amount (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition, first year | 14,633 CAD |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 23,448 CAD |
| Application fee (one time) | 95 CAD |
| Estimated first-year total | 38,176 CAD |
Our directory lists 321 diploma programs in engineering and architecture at 72 schools in Canada. Their median first-year tuition is 17,289 CAD, and the middle half cost between 14,633 CAD and 20,472 CAD.
At 14,633 CAD, Advanced College Diploma - Chemical Engineering Technology - Lab and Process Control (Co-op) (CHLP) is 15% below the median, in the most affordable quarter. The full range runs from 10,260 CAD to 37,950 CAD.
If budget matters, these diploma programs in engineering and architecture have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Canada.
| Program | School | Tuition (1st year) |
|---|---|---|
| College Diploma - Automotive Technology | New Brunswick Community College - Moncton, Moncton | 10,260 CAD |
| College Diploma - Building Engineering Technology | New Brunswick Community College - Fredericton, Fredericton | 10,260 CAD |
| College Diploma - Civil Engineering Technology (Optional Co-op) | New Brunswick Community College - Saint John, Saint John | 10,260 CAD |
| College Diploma - Power Engineering Technology | College of the North Atlantic (CNA) - Corner Brook, Corner Brook | 11,010 CAD |
| College Diploma - Welding Engineering Technician | College of the North Atlantic (CNA) - Burin, Burin Bay Arm | 11,017 CAD |
| College Diploma - Architectural Engineering Technology | College of the North Atlantic (CNA) - Ridge Road, St. John's | 11,156 CAD |
Working back from a Sept 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. September is the main intake. Many institutions also admit in January and May. Applications usually open several months ahead and some programmes close early.
| By | Step |
|---|---|
| November 2026 | Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test. |
| January 2027 | Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply. |
| March 2027 | Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one. |
| May 2027 | Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa. |
| August 2027 | Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved. |
Cambrian College sets the exact entry requirements for Advanced College Diploma - Chemical Engineering Technology - Lab and Process Control (Co-op) (CHLP). For a diploma, applicants usually need the following.
Most institutions accept IELTS Academic, TOEFL, PTE Academic or similar tests. Each institution sets its own minimum scores, so read the programme page rather than relying on a general figure.
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First-year tuition is listed at 14,633 CAD. Living costs are extra; Cambrian College estimates 23,448 CAD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.
The application fee is 95 CAD. It is paid once per application and is not refunded after the school receives the application.
The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.
It is listed as a diploma. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.
You need a Study permit, decided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.
Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Cambrian College, then help with the visa. The first call is free.
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