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Foundation or pathway, Engineering and architecture. International College of Manitoba (ICM), Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
Engineering - Mixed Entry - International Year One (UTP Stage II) (Optional Co-op) is a foundation or pathway program in engineering and architecture at International College of Manitoba (ICM), a public institution in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, founded in 1877.
First-year tuition is listed at 23,850 CAD and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Jan 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 International College of Manitoba (ICM) typically receive a decision in 6 days and 8 hours, based on recent applications.
Plan for about 47,298 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 | 23,850 CAD |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 23,448 CAD |
| Application fee (one time) | Free |
| Estimated first-year total | 47,298 CAD |
Our directory lists 24 foundation or pathway programs in engineering and architecture at 11 schools in Canada. Their median first-year tuition is 23,115 CAD, and the middle half cost between 18,502 CAD and 37,853 CAD.
At 23,850 CAD, Engineering - Mixed Entry - International Year One (UTP Stage II) (Optional Co-op) is 3% above the median, in the middle of the range. The full range runs from 11,921 CAD to 49,952 CAD.
If budget matters, these foundation or pathway programs in engineering and architecture have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Canada.
| Program | School | Tuition (1st year) |
|---|---|---|
| College Certificate - Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation | Northern Lights College - Dawson Creek, Dawson Creek | 11,921 CAD |
| College Certificate - Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation | Northern Lights College - Fort St. John, Fort St. John | 11,921 CAD |
| Trades Foundation Certificate - Electrician | Thompson Rivers University (TRU), Kamloops | 15,410 CAD |
| College Certificate - Heavy Mechanical Foundation - Silver King Campus | Selkirk College - Nelson, Nelson | 16,838 CAD |
| Master’s Qualifying Pathway - Master of Engineering - Chemical and Biochemical Engineering | Western International College (WesternIC), London | 18,502 CAD |
| University Transfer Certificate - Engineering | Vancouver Community College - Broadway, Vancouver | 26,869 CAD |
Working back from a Jan 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 |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test. |
| May 2026 | Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply. |
| July 2026 | Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one. |
| September 2026 | Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa. |
| December 2026 | Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved. |
International College of Manitoba (ICM) sets the exact entry requirements for Engineering - Mixed Entry - International Year One (UTP Stage II) (Optional Co-op). For a foundation or pathway, applicants usually need the following.
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First-year tuition is listed at 23,850 CAD. Living costs are extra; International College of Manitoba (ICM) estimates 23,448 CAD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.
This program lists no application fee.
The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.
It is listed as a foundation or pathway. 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 International College of Manitoba (ICM), then help with the visa. The first call is free.
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