University of New Brunswick - Fredericton
University of New Brunswick - Fredericton

3 Bailey Drive, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

Bachelor of Science - Engineering - Mechanical Engineering (Optional Co-op)

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summary

Mechanical engineers solve problems. They focus on making the world a better place by creating efficient, safe, and environmentally sound components and systems.

In UNB’s Mechanical Engineering program, students will learn to analyze, design, manufacture, and maintain mechanical systems. Students will gain the skills they need to create and build mechanical devices such as spacecraft and artificial limbs, to design automation, medical tools, robotics, and ventilation systems, and to redesign existing mechanical systems and components to be more affordable and environmentally sound.

Many of New Brunswick’s successful mechanical engineers have graduated from UNB’s Mechanical Engineering program. That’s because the program offers exciting and diverse program options, including Biomedical Engineering and Mechatronics. 

Hands-on learning:
  • Co-operative Education (Co-op) program
  • Coursework requiring hands-on design projects
  • On-campus machine shop for building and testing prototypes
Skills that students will acquire:
  • Analyze, design, improve, manufacture, and maintain mechanical systems and devices
  • Solve problems using applied physics and other science disciplines
  • Find solutions that respect the environment and other stakeholders
  • Communicate technical solutions
  • Work with other engineering disciplines

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

75%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

10

Writing

10

Listening

10

Speaking

10

Program Intakes

Open date

September 6, 2024

Submission deadline

June 1, 2025

Open date

August 1, 2025

Submission deadline

February 1, 2026

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

4 year bachelor's degree

Program Length

$20635 CAD

Cost of Living

$125 CAD

Application fee

$21337 CAD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Student Fee: $700 per year
International Emergency Health Insurance Fee: $400 per year
Student Union Health Fee: $170 per year
Student Union Dental Fee: $135 per year
International Health Travel Insurance Fee: $65 per year