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Western University

Engineering

London, Ontario, Canada

  • Level

    Bachelor

  • Duration

    4 years

  • Campus

    North London ON N6A 3K7

  • Intl. Tuition

    CA$64,310 (2026-27)

  • Intake

    September 2027

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Course Overview

Engineering at Western University in London, Ontario, Canada is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.

  • Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
  • Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
  • Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
  • Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
  • Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.

Career snapshot (indicative)

Engineering graduates are among the most employable globally, entering careers in design, project management, technical consulting and R&D across aerospace, energy, civil infrastructure, advanced manufacturing and the digital economy.

Student life (indicative)

London offers a comfortable and affordable Canadian student lifestyle — a solid café and bar scene, good local culture, and a welcoming community. A great base for exploring the surrounding province.

The University at a Glance

Student Population

42,978

Staff Ratio

18.0:1

International

12.7%

Career Prospects

Avg Starting Salary

£40,290

First-year earnings

Placement Year

✓ Available

Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition

CA$64,310

per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

City & Location

Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

  • Foundations of Engineering
  • Academic and Research Skills
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Introduction to Theory and Practice
  • Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

  • Intermediate Engineering topics
  • Applied Methods and Tools
  • Group Project
  • Two optional pathway modules
  • Career and Industry Insights.

Year 3

  • Advanced Engineering
  • Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
  • Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
  • Employability and Professional Development.

Entry Requirements

No specific entry requirements listed.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.

Campus & City Life

Student Population

42,978

Total students

Staff Ratio

18:1

Students per staff

International Students

13%

Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size

Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Climate (indicative)

Four seasons

Safety Index (indicative)

8.5/10

Transport

Moderate (coach or indirect connections)

Social Scene

Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

London offers a comfortable and affordable Canadian student lifestyle — a solid café and bar scene, good local culture, and a welcoming community. A great base for exploring the surrounding province.

  • London offers a comfortable and affordable Canadian student lifestyle — a solid café and bar scene, good local culture, and a welcoming community.
  • A great base for exploring the surrounding province.

What Students Love

  • Thriving student social scene
  • Outdoor & nature activities
  • Great café culture
  • Parks & green spaces

University Stats

Total Students42,978
Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1
International Students13%
Safety Index (indicative)8.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Avg Starting Salary

£40,290

Average first-year salary

Placement Year

✓ Available

Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Engineering graduates are among the most employable globally, entering careers in design, project management, technical consulting and R&D across aerospace, energy, civil infrastructure, advanced manufacturing and the digital economy.

  • Engineering graduates are among the most employable globally, entering careers in design, project management, technical consulting and R&D across aerospace, energy, civil infrastructure, advanced manufacturing and the digital economy.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Business
  • Healthcare
  • Law

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

  • Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition

CA$64,310

per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

Total Programme Cost

CA$257,240

For full 4 years

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

MEDIUM

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)CA$64,310per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£692/mo
Food & Groceries£280/mo
Transport£67/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,205
Annual living costs£14,466/yr

Cost Overview (indicative)

One of Canada's more affordable student cities — a $1,526/month budget (housing $876, food $355, transport $85) covers everything comfortably. London, Ontario, is one of Canada's most affordable university cities — a true classic campus-town experience.

  • One of Canada's more affordable student cities — a $1,526/month budget (housing $876, food $355, transport $85) covers everything comfortably.
  • London, Ontario, is one of Canada's most affordable university cities — a true classic campus-town experience.