Program at a glance
Credential
Advanced Diploma
Work experience
Co-op / internship
Study options
Full-time
Open to International
Yes
Area of study
Length
8 months
High demand
Electronics and Computer Engineering Bridge to the University of Victoria
Start in January
Students with an approved diploma in Computer, Electrical or Electronics Engineering Technology, or a related discipline, can take this one-year program to upgrade their mathematics, sciences, and related engineering knowledge in preparation for entering the third year of Engineering at the University of Victoria.
In demand
As an electrical or computer engineer, you’ll be trained in designing, developing, operating, maintaining and researching power distribution systems, automotive systems, communications systems, medical systems and a huge variety of electricity-dependent products and systems, ranging from tiny consumer products to alternative energy sources to huge hydroelectric dams.
Industry professionals and educators agree—the combination ofa Technology diploma and Engineering degree creates the most desirable type of engineer.
You will gain both hands-on experience with practical applied skills and an excellent knowledge of advanced engineering courses
The only program of its kind
The Electronics and Computer Engineering Bridge to the University of Victoria program is offered by 91AV with the cooperation of the .
The Engineering Bridge programs at Camosun are unique and recognized across Canada as an excellent transition from a technology diploma to an Engineering degree (UVic) or Applied Science degree (UBC).
The Electronics and Computer Engineering Bridge to the University of Victoria program is offered in the Winter and Fall semesters for entry into the third year of Engineering at the University of Victoria in January.
Although the Bridge programs are designed for graduates of technology diplomas delivered through Camosun,all graduates from accreditedprograms are welcome to apply.
Hands on learning
An Internship work term is optional for this program.
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What you'll learn
Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning in.
Program outline
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
Advanced Diploma in Electrical & Computer Engineering
This eight-month program starts in January of each year, allowing subsequent entry into the third year at UVic in January. Once accepted into UVic you will be required to participate in mandatory co-operative education. However, some co-op work terms from your technology diploma may be transferable between institutions.
Uvic Engineering Bridge Information Booklet
Tuition and fees
Effective from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025
Estimated tuition
Tuition estimates are for the entire program.
Electrical & Computer Engineering Bridge to UVic, Advanced Diploma
$5,780 (domestic)
$16,432 (international)
Electrical & Computer Engineering Bridge to UVic, Advanced Diploma, Co-op designation
$6,600 (domestic)
$18,123 (international)
Domestic tuition fees vary depending on the individual course fees for the classes you select.
For International students visit: International Tuition & Fees.
Student fees
In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to:Student Fees.
Financial assistance
You may need to find more than one source of funding to help pay for your education and living costs while attending college. Check out sources of money you don't need to pay back as well as those that need to be repaid.
Admission requirements
This program is demanding and requires a high level of commitment. The admission process is designed to identify the students most likely to succeed at the University. The number of applicants meeting the minimum GPA standard for admission may be greater than the number of seats in the program. This may mean a higher GPA is used to determine admission eligibility. All of: And one of: Note: Admission Selection Process Stage One GPA is calculated using all courses taken toward completion of a student's Technology diploma, including all course repeats. Stage Two A joint meeting is held between the University of Victoria and 91AV in order to rank the applicants based on the GPA achieved to determine which applicants will be offered admission to the Bridge program.The final decision is made by the receiving university.
When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the program admission requirements listed above. Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar: Loading...
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Application period: Jan 15 – June 1, 2024
Document deadline: June 15, 2024
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Contact us
If you have admissions questions contact us today!
If you have questions about what you can expect to learn in your technology bridge classes contactengbridge@camosun.ca
Engineering Bridge Coordinator: Peter Burrage
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Peter Burrage
Program Leader - Engineering Bridge, Instructor - Civil Engineering
burrage@camosun.ca
250–370–4443
Technologies Centre
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Ian Browning
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
browning@camosun.ca
250–370–4432, 250-370-3329
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Ian Cameron
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
cameron@camosun.ca
250-370-4439
Technologies Centre
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Trevor Curtis
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
curtis@camosun.ca
250-370-4431
Centre for Business and Access
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Gurbinder Dhade
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
dhadeg@camosun.ca
250-370-4450
Centre for Business and Access
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Alan Duncan
Instructor - Electronics and Computer Engineering
duncana@camosun.ca
250-370-4433
TEC 210
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Mel Dundas
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
dundas@camosun.ca
250-370-4434
Technologies Centre
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Sahitya Yadav Kandur
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
KasndurS@camosun.ca
250–370–4420
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Wayne Mayes
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
mayes@camosun.ca
250-370-4643
Technologies Centre
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Todd Rayson
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
raysont@camosun.ca
250-370-4573
Technologies Centre
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Joyce van de Vegte
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
vandevegte@camosun.ca
250–370–4438
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James van Oort
Department Chair, Electronics and Computer Engineering
vanOort@camosun.ca
250-370-4528
Technologies Centre
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Phil Vreugdenhil
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
vreugdenhilp@camosun.ca
250-370-4622
Centre for Business and Access
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John Yang
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
yang@camosun.ca
250–370–4213
Technologies Building
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Mozhgan Moazzen zadeh-Bacon
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
baconm@camosun.ca
250–370–4623
Learn more
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
Contact information
Peter Burrage
Engineering Bridge Department
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