Bachelor of Engineering – Sustainable Design Engineering (International Students)

Bachelor of Engineering – Sustainable Design Engineering (International Students) only accepts applications from International Students.

The Sustainable Design Engineering (SDE) program is a four-year bachelor’s degree that emphasizes sustainability in engineering. It offers majors in Land Development and Building Design and Construction, with foundational studies in mathematics and science to build engineering design, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Sustainability concepts are integrated throughout the program and reinforced through project-based learning and mandatory co-op education. Students will gain hands-on experience in Conestoga College’s state-of-the-art facilities, using the latest software and equipment to develop the skills needed for success in this emerging field.

The SDE program focuses on integrating environmental, economic, and societal impacts with core engineering principles during the planning and design phases, continuing through project implementation and operations. With a broader, systems-level approach, students gain a holistic understanding of real-world engineering projects and interdisciplinary intersections. The program meets all requirements of the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB) and is expected to receive CEAB accreditation upon the graduation of its first cohort.

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, OR 19 years of age or older.
• For students with transcripts from outside of Canada, a comprehensive course-by-course credential evaluation is required.

What You’ll Learn

• Use university-level math, natural sciences, and engineering principles to address sustainability in new and existing systems.
• Apply critical thinking to identify and solve complex engineering problems, backed by thorough research.
• Conduct investigations on civil, electrical, or mechanical systems, using research methods and data analysis to reach evidence-based conclusions.
• Transform ideas into engineering solutions that meet stakeholder needs, considering health, safety, standards, codes, and various constraints.
• Design, model, analyze, and implement sustainable systems that meet specifications, aligning with societal and industry practices and future trends.
• Develop and apply modern engineering tools and techniques for sustainable system design, evaluation, and implementation.