First-year FAQs
Guaranteed Program Placement
We offer guaranteed first choice of program to students who successfully complete all 10 technical common-core courses in their first year. No need to apply to enter the engineering discipline you want to pursue - the choice is yours.
New student information webinars
We look forward to welcoming you to campus soon and are excited to help you prepare for the semester. Please join us for our ongoing New Student Information Webinars - sharing important details you won't want to miss.
Please note: this page will be continuously updated as events are confirmed.
New Student Orientation
At Fall Orientation, new students learn about the academic, student life and wellness services that can help them to transition into to life at the University of Calgary.
In their final year of studies, all engineering students complete an immersive team assignment called the capstone design project. Learn more