Study Spectra
Foundation or pathway, Engineering and architecture. University of Alberta Year One Foundation Program (in partnership with Kaplan International), Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Year One Foundation Program in Engineering - Transfer to Bachelor of Science - Engineering is a foundation or pathway program in engineering and architecture at University of Alberta Year One Foundation Program (in partnership with Kaplan International), a public institution in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, founded in 1908.
First-year tuition is listed at 49,952 CAD and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is May 2027.
Applications to University of Alberta Year One Foundation Program (in partnership with Kaplan International) typically receive a decision in 4 days and 18 hours, based on recent applications.
Plan for about 73,400 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 | 49,952 CAD |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 23,448 CAD |
| Application fee (one time) | Free |
| Estimated first-year total | 73,400 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 49,952 CAD, Year One Foundation Program in Engineering - Transfer to Bachelor of Science - Engineering is 116% above the median, in the most expensive quarter. 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 |
| Engineering - Direct Entry - International Year One (UTP Stage II) (Optional Co-op) | International College of Manitoba (ICM), Winnipeg | 23,850 CAD |
Working back from a May 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 |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test. |
| September 2026 | Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply. |
| November 2026 | Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one. |
| January 2027 | Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa. |
| April 2027 | Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved. |
University of Alberta Year One Foundation Program (in partnership with Kaplan International) sets the exact entry requirements for Year One Foundation Program in Engineering - Transfer to Bachelor of Science - Engineering. For a foundation or pathway, 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.
Students from India need a Study permit to study in Canada. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) decides the application.
Canada admits international students to designated learning institutions (DLIs) on a study permit. The admission, the funds and the permit application all have to line up, and several rules have changed in recent years, so check each step against IRCC before you pay anything.
Graduates of eligible programmes at eligible institutions may apply for a post-graduation work permit. Eligibility depends on the institution, programme and field of study, and the rules have been changing, so check the current IRCC conditions before choosing a course on that basis.
First-year tuition is listed at 49,952 CAD. Living costs are extra; University of Alberta Year One Foundation Program (in partnership with Kaplan International) 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 May 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 University of Alberta Year One Foundation Program (in partnership with Kaplan International), then help with the visa. The first call is free.
All programs at University of Alberta Year One Foundation Program (in partnership with Kaplan International) · All schools · Get help applying