Bachelor Of Engineering - Mechatronics Engineering (Co-op)

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Bachelor of Engineering - Mechatronics Engineering (co-op) program at Lakehead University, students must meet the following Academic Requirements:

• General Academic Requirements for International Students:
  • Successful graduation from an academic secondary school program or equivalent (For most countries, the same academic preparation as is required for university entrance in that country is required for consideration).
  • Program specific prerequisite courses.
  • Equivalent of a minimum 70% overall final average (Canadian).
• Program-Specific Prerequisite Requirements:
  • English, Chemistry, Math with a minimum grade of 60% (Canadian Equivalent), Physics.
• Other Important Information:
  • 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.
  • A senior level Math, Science or Technological Education course is recommended.
  • Students who do not meet all of the Academic Requirements will be evaluated on an individual basis.

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Language Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate they can cope with the language demands of an English language university. Lakehead University accepts the following as proof of English language proficiency:

• Successful completion of one of the below language tests with the required minimum scores
• Successful completion of Lakehead University’s Academic English Program
• Successful completion of one of our approved Pathway Partner’s ESL programs
• Successful completion of Senior Level English courses

To satisfy Lakehead University's English language proficiency requirements, applicants can complete one of the following recognized language tests with the required minimum scores:

1. Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) - Minimum Score: 60
2. Cambridge Academic English (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency) - Minimum Score: 176 (no individual score less than 169)
3. Duolingo English Test - Minimum Score: 110
4. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Minimum Score: 6.5 (no individual score less than 6.0)
5. Michigan English Test (MET) - Minimum Score: 85
6. Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Minimum Score: 58 (no component score less than 50)
7. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Minimum Score for Internet Based Test (iBT): 80 (no component score less than 19)

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DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.