Program Overview

Bachelor of Engineering Technology

The Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BET) degree is a unique program designed to provide students with a one-of-a-kind education to fill the demand for one of today's most lucrative careers. This degree prepares students to meet the challenges and opportunities facing today's technical graduates.

Program Overview

The BET degree program is dedicated to providing a strong foundation for students to pursue a career in the engineering field. It is essential to note that the Bachelor of Engineering Technology degree does not lead directly to a Professional Engineering designation.

Admission Requirements

• General Requirements for High School Graduates:
  • English 12 (academic or advanced)
  • Math 12 (academic or advanced)
  • 2 Science 12 level academic or advanced
  • 1 additional grade 12 academic or advanced level course
• Canadian Students: See CBU's English Language Requirements.
• International Students: Requirements vary by country; please select your country to view admission requirements.
• Transfer Students: Must be in good academic standing at their current/previous institution and meet the general admissions requirements.

Program Types and Duration

• Diploma, Undergraduate
• Program Duration: 2 Year, 3 Year, 4 Year

Fields of Study

• Engineering & Technology

Tuition and Fees

The tuition fees for the Bachelor of Engineering Technology program are estimated as follows: | Program | Total Year(s) | Total Credits | Total Semester(s) | NS Students | Other Province Students | International Students | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2 Year Diploma of Engineering Technology (BET) | 2 | 60 | 4 | $18,450.20 | $21,568.20 | $45,416.20 | | 3 Year Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BET) | 3 | 90 | 6 | $27,675.30 | $32,352.30 | $68,124.30 | | 4 Year Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BET) | 4 | 120 | 8 | $36,900.40 | $43,136.40 | $90,832.40 |

Program Streams

• Bachelor of Engineering Technology, Chemical
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology, Electronics & Controls
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology, Environmental Studies
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology, Manufacturing
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology, Mechanical
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology, Petroleum

Possible Career Paths

• Petroleum industry
• Power utilities
• Nuclear industry
• Manufacturing
• Telecommunications

Why Study at CBU?

At Cape Breton University, the BET program has paved the way in technical engineering education for countless students. As one of the first degrees of its kind, CBU is at the forefront of environmental engineering studies. The program is designed to be flexible, with opportunities to study some areas via distance.