Why Choose Engineering?

Person walking through all-wood interior of UNBC's Wood Innovation and Design Centre
UNBC's Wood Innovation and Design Centre (WIDC) is one of the tallest contemporary wood buildings in North America.

Join UNBC's Innovative Engineering Programs

Do you love to design solutions to complex problems? Do you enjoy applying your skills and collaborating with diverse teams? Are you driven to address pressing issues related to climate, infrastructure, and sustainability? 

Engineering is for you! 

Engineers use their expertise to design cutting-edge solutions for our built world. Engineering is a vital profession in all sectors of modern life, making it an in-demand career path in Canada and across the globe. Become an engineer and help build a better future for the communities we care about.

Flexibility for Your Future

There are many options for joining UNBC's School of Engineering, including direct entry into the program of your choice.

Our undergraduate programs offer 4- and 5-year tracks for graduation, providing flexibility for all students.


Engineer Real-World Change at UNBC


Civil engineering students practise using surveying equipment.

Civil Engineering

Help people get where they need to go and design the spaces where everyone lives, works and plays.

Engineers converse in a greenhouse environmental lab.

Environmental Engineering

Serve society by ensuring we all have clean air, water, energy, and soil through sustainable solutions to today’s critical environmental problems.



Our Programs

Our accredited undergraduate and graduate programs feature small class sizes with an emphasis on experiential learning. Our world-class faculty provide a range of expertise across engineering subfields.


Prepare for an In-Demand Career