Future Students

Why Dalhousie Engineering?

Welcome to Dalhousie Engineering, Atlantic Canada’s number one engineering school.
We offer some of the best hands-on learning programs in the country and are located in one of the most vibrant and beautiful locations in Canada.

Discover Engineering

Admission Requirements

Introducing Our New Computer Engineering Program

The Faculty of Engineering is thrilled to announce the launch of our Computer Engineering program, designed to equip students with cutting-edge knowledge and skills in one of the most dynamic and innovative fields of engineering. Learn more

Undergraduate Programs


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Download Program Brochure [PDF]


ENGINEERING FACTS

#1
Engineering School

In Atlantic Canada

Hands-on from Day 1

with early access to labs,
shops, and design projects

90+ Industry
co-op partners

locally, nationally, globally

$80,000
Average starting salary

and up to $150K for P.Eng.roles

97% Co-op

employment rate

Fourth-year
Capstone Project

8-month project with real industry clients

14% Projected job 
growth by 2031

across engineering sectors 
(Government of Canada)

7 Unique disciplines

Small enough for personalized attention, big enough to offer all major engineering disciplines

Over $2 million
awarded annually

to BEng students

Research and Innovation

Read stories about our students latest innovative engineering projects.​

Biomedical Engineering​

Have questions about applying?

  • Check out our FAQs section
  • Email engineering@dal.ca and we’ll help you through the application process.

Ready to take the next step today? 

Living and Studying in Halifax​, Nova Scotia

Halifax

You will feel the dynamic energy in the air as you explore every corner of the city, from a diverse food scene and innovative hubs of technology and business to exciting sports events, beach days, and coastal hikes. Discover the best things to see and do, places to stay, eat in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Located in the core of downtown Halifax, our Sexton Campus is designated for Engineering and Architecture and Planning students. New additions to our Sexton Campus offer state-of-the-art workshops and prototyping labs.

Indigenous Pathways Program​

In collaboration with the Ulnooweg Education Centre, Dalhousie Engineering is proud to offer the Indigenous Pathways Program, designed to support Indigenous youth in pursuing careers in engineering.

We believe in creating a community where Indigenous knowledge, culture, and innovation are celebrated. The Program offers individualized and flexible admission for students wishing to pursue studies in engineering.

Learn more about the program

Melda Murray Student Centre​


The centre is pleased to offer you full-service support through:​

  • information/direct referrals
  • student support hours
  • career advising
  • study skills and semester check-ins
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    Important Dates

    • Application Start Date - 15th Oct, 2025
    • Open House - 1st Nov, 2025
    • Guaranteed Residence - 1st May, 2026
    • General Entrance Awards - 15th Feb 2026

    Engineering Student Review

           

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