Lakehead University - Thunder Bay

Engineering - Electrical

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Program Information

School:Lakehead University - Thunder Bay
Faculty:Engineering
Degree:Bachelor
Field of Study:Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Description:The field of engineering is generally associated with finding solutions for real world problems in an analytical fashion using the math, science and problem-solving skills. At Lakehead we believe engineers must also possess excellent communication skills as well as an understanding of the business, legal, and societal issues that impact development of the technological products and processes required to meet the demands of a global economy.

As an electrical engineer, you will work on the development and manufacturing of electrical and electronics equipment. You will learn the fundamentals of physical science, as well as more practical areas in the design and operation of industrial control systems, communication systems, electronic circuits, and the generation and distribution of electrical power. The BEng (Electrical Engineering) Lakehead-Georgian Partnership by Lakehead University and Georgian College offers an integrated Bachelor of Engineering Degree and Electrical Engineering Technology Advanced Diploma.
URL:Engineering - Electrical at Lakehead University - Thunder Bay
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $37,395

The tuition cost estimate is for Year 1 of the program.
Careers:Facility Operation and Maintenance ManagersElectrical and Electronics Engineers

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*70 to 100
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 Advanced Functions 
  •  Grade12 Chemistry 
  •  Grade12 Physics 
  •  Grade12 English 
Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent high school diploma; Gr. 12 U English and 5 additional Gr. 12 U or M credits (including prerequisite courses). A minimum 70% overall final average. Admission averages are calculated using the top 6 Grade 12 U or M courses.

Program Specific Prerequisites: English (ENG4U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U) with a minimum grade of 60%, Chemistry (SCH4U), Physics (SPH4U), 2 additional grade 12 U/M courses.

Note: In addition to the above requirements, Calculus and Vectors (i.e. MCV4U in Ontario) is strongly recommended. Students who have completed Ontario's Grade 12 U Calculus & Vectors, with a minimum mark of 60%, will be exempted from MATH 1071 - Vectors and Matrices.

For more information, please visit: lakeheadu.ca/admissions.


Test Scores:
  • Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 80] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 58] or Cambridge English for Speakers of Other Languages: Certificate in Advanced English [min. 176] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5]
Application Notes : For a full listing of English Language Proficiency Requirements and accepted tests with minimum scores, please visit:
lakeheadu.ca/studentcentral/applying/english-language-proficiency-requirements.


* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on June 18, 2022