Welcome to Engineering

www.discover.engineering.utoronto.ca

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Why We Love U of T Engineering 4

Toronto: A World-class City for a World-class University 6

Your Community 8

A Week in the Life of a First-year Engineering Student 10

Academics 12

Engineering Leaders 14

Work Experience and Your Future Career 16

Helping You Succeed 18

Financing Your Education 20

Frequently Asked Questions 21

Keep Connected and Contact Us 22

Your Future Community 23

WELCOME TO U OF T ENGINEERINGYour journey began with a passion for exploring the engineered world and revealing the patterns and systems that give it beauty and order. That curiosity has led you to this moment: an offer from one of the most highly regarded engineering schools in the world, and the very best in Canada.

University of Toronto Engineering attracts top students like you who want to find sustainable solutions, lead companies and shape the future. Students who want to stand out, and stand apart, in a field of excellence.

To help you do that, we offer a variety of interdisciplinary courses and opportunities, including carefully crafted minors and certificates that let you hone the skills to succeed. We give you a world of activities outside of your engineering courses that connect you with your peers, communities and an extraordinary city.

Through our unique, year-long, paid internship program called the Professional Experience Year, research opportunities and hands-on projects, you will gain meaningful engineering experience. You will also develop your leadership skills with programs unmatched anywhere in Canada.

Your undergraduate education here will leave you firmly grounded in the fundamentals of engineering and prepare you for any path you choose to take after graduation.

If you are looking for a challenging degree with impact, you have earned yourself a perfect opportunity, here, with us.

Congratulations once again. I look forward to welcoming you to our engineering community this fall. It is the next stage of your boundless journey.

Cristina Amon, Dean

“Coming into and adapting to a brand new environment is tough, but U of T Engineering has great support systems to help. I volunteer as a mentor for new students within my department. I want to support them the same way I was supported in first year.”

—Jason Sukhram

“Toronto offers incredible opportunity to Engineering students. Being downtown means you’re close to industry, important networks and potential career connections. It’s a hub of activity for social innovation, entrepreneurship, industry and not-for-profit organizations like Engineers Without Borders Canada. I also love Toronto for its diversity in people, cuisine and neighbourhoods.”

—Sabrina Tang

WHY WE LOVE U OF T ENGINEERING

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“The Leaders of Tomorrow program has helped me realize my leadership potential by nurturing and supporting the growth of the leader within, that was once dormant. I have a greater understanding of myself.”

—Tameka Deare

“I love being a part of U of T Engineering because of the amazing student life. It’s such a welcoming community; we have so many clubs and teams that it’s pretty hard to not get involved.”

—Tessa Pietropaolo

“Engineers are fuelled by the challenges facing our planet. My education is giving me the skills, knowledge and perspective I need to become an adaptable leader to help address those challenges.”

—Lorne Mlotek

WHY WE LOVE U OF T ENGINEERING

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The energy and opportunity of Toronto draws people from around the world. That international excitement is fuelled by people from diverse backgrounds, professions, cultures, interests and experiences, beautifully mixed together in a vibrant city.

The St. George campus — home to U of T Engineering — is in the heart of that buzz. The university is surrounded by friendly neighbourhoods, award-winning architecture, shopping, entertainment, international food markets, industry, world-class healthcare facilities and more — all within a short walk of your classes.

U of T Engineering mirrors the diversity of the city, allowing you to collaborate with peers and professors from different backgrounds and perspectives — an important experience to have upon graduation in a marketplace where companies and institutions are looking to expand, recruit and compete globally.

ONE OF THE WORLD’S BEST CITIES

Did you know that PwC (formerly PricewaterhouseCoopers) ranked Toronto as the third best city of opportunity in the world? Toronto received top marks for quality of life, clean air, sports, leisure and cultural vibrancy. With approximately 5.5 million people, Toronto is one of North America’s largest cities, and one of the safest.

WHETHER YOU’RE WALKING, CYCLING OR TAKING TRANSIT, TORONTO IS EASY TO NAVIGATE

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is a network of subways, buses and streetcars that get you everywhere you need to go.

If you don’t have your own bicycle, BIXI public bicycles are available on campus and across the city as well. For travel outside of Toronto, GO Transit and VIA Rail are great options.

As a U of T student, you’ll benefit from discounted TTC, GO Transit and VIA Rail rates, making transportation convenient and affordable.

“Mumbai is known as the commercial and entertainment centre of India. After living in Toronto for some time now, it is obvious to me that Toronto shares a similar status. Most importantly, the people of Toronto are diverse in their own right, as well as helpful and friendly.

When I look around me, I see so many opportunities and resources. I’m learning many new things and meeting amazing people along the way. On the whole, my U of T Engineering experience has been absolutely phenomenal.”

— Rahul Krishnan

TORONTO: A WORLD-CLASS CITY FOR A WORLD-CLASS UNIVERSITY

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A HANDFUL OF TORONTO’S HIGHLIGHTS

1. Royal Ontario Museum Contains more than 40 galleries of culture

and natural history

2. Little Italy A neighbourhood known for its Italian

restaurants and shops

3. Church Wellesley Village A LGBTQ-oriented community; home to one of the

world’s largest Pride celebrations

4. Kensington Market A multicultural neighbourhood with great food,

coffee and groceries

5. Chinatown

An enclave known for its Chinese restaurants,

grocers and shops

6. Art Gallery of Ontario A Frank Gehry-designed building with

spectacular collections

7. Toronto Eaton Centre A shopper’s paradise; one of Ontario’s largest malls

8. Financial District Canada’s business hub

9. Queen Street West A centre for broadcasting (MuchMusic), music,

fashion, performance and the visual arts

10. Entertainment District Theatres, restaurants, bars, clubs and more

11. Rogers Centre A multipurpose stadium for concerts and

professional sports

12. CN Tower A communications and observation tower that is

553 m tall; one of the world’s tallest structures

13. Union Station Toronto’s inter-city transit station with access to

subways and trains (GO Transit and VIA Rail)

14. St. Lawrence Market An enormous market filled with local produce

and products

15. Toronto Islands Charming islands with sprawling parkland

accessible by ferry; great for a day trip

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YOUR COMMUNITY

When you become a U of T Engineering student, you join a community comprised of fellow students, helpful staff and supportive professors. You can count on specially designed resources and services, and an impressive network of alumni who are making a difference across the world. The result? A rich and collaborative environment where you will thrive — whatever your interests, goals and passions.

Speaking of passion, we are known at the University of Toronto for our school spirit. Everyone takes part — even professors are known to jump into a round of Guitar Hero or Ultimate Frisbee during orientation for first-year students.

Whether you’re playing the drums in U of T Engineering’s Lady Godiva Memorial Band, racing your team’s solar car against other university teams or helping a fellow student in your study group, you’ll share the pride of belonging to one of the oldest engineering schools and universities in Canada.

“Many of the most formative and rewarding experiences of my university career have been found outside of the classroom. No university is better positioned to offer a plethora of opportunity for extracurricular involvement than the University of Toronto. U of T Engineering students in particular have an unparalleled history of leadership on campus and in the community. It’s been a real privilege to call this great community my home over the last four years.”

— Rishi Maharaj PRESIDENT, ENGINEERING SOCIETY

Hear more from Rishi about what the U of T Engineering community means to him: www.uoft.me/welcometoengineering

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WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Our student government, the Engineering Society (called EngSoc for short), is the first and largest of its kind in Canada (founded 1885). EngSoc serves and represents all U of T Engineering undergraduates. Through special events, resources and support to student clubs, EngSoc’s mission is to enhance your experience as a student, both academically and socially.

ARTS & MUSIC

Engineers often combine their technical abilities with creativity and artistic vision. If you, like many of our students, are an aspiring musician, artist, photographer, actor, dancer or writer, the U of T Engineering community is the perfect place for your talents to thrive. You’ll find bands, orchestras, arts festivals, a photography club, a sketch-comedy group and even a juggling club. Whether you are a seasoned performer or exploring a new activity for the first time, there’s an opportunity for you here.

ATHLETICS

As a U of T student, you’ll have access to magnificent on-campus athletic facilities and fitness classes — making it easy to lead a balanced and healthy lifestyle. Within the engineering community, you can take part in any number of athletic teams, from our award-winning dragon boat team to rock climbing.

CULTURAL & SPIRITUAL GROUPS

Diversity is one of the things that makes the University of Toronto experience unique. Several of our student groups provide you the opportunity to celebrate and explore that diversity with your classmates.

DESIGN TEAMS

Design is at the heart of what engineers do. Passion for design often trickles into activities outside of the classroom, resulting in student-engineered canoes made from concrete and race cars powered by solar cells. Many of our design teams compete against other universities around the world. Recently, our Human-Powered Vehicle Team raced their bicycle, Vortex, in Nevada and received third place. Vortex is no ordinary bicycle; it reached a top speed of 117 kilometres per hour.

PROFESSIONAL

There are also plenty of ways to build your professional skills and network through student associations like the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the Rational Capital Investment Fund Club. Our students also participate in professional competitions around the world. In 2012, a team of U of T Engineering students received a second-place finish in the international Wharton Undergraduate Consulting Competition, beating out teams from Yale, University of Pennsylvania and Rutgers.

SOCIAL SERVICE & COMMUNITY

Engineering requires a strong cultural perspective and sensitivity, as well as an ability to respond to social issues while creating viable solutions. To help you explore the global community and social issues that concern engineers, you’ll have access to a range of clubs and groups, including Engineers Without Borders Canada and Women in Science and Engineering.


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A WEEK IN THE LIFE OF A FIRST-YEAR ENGINEERING STUDENTYou’ll have about 30 hours of class per week as a U of T Engineering student. That leaves you with enough time to study, stay healthy and get involved in clubs and activities outside of the classroom.

Here’s a quick look at what your week might look like when you start at U of T Engineering.

“Extracurricular activities are a necessity! They have given me the opportunity to meet many people that I would have never met. They give me a different perspective on the world and make me a more well-rounded person.”

— Kristin Foster


ACADEMICS

BIOENGINEERING

Interested in healthcare delivery, the pharmaceutical industry or agriculture? Through the Bioengineering minor, you’ll explore areas such as bioprocess engineering, biomaterials, tissue engineering, bioelectricity systems, biomedical imaging, biomechanical engineering, nanotechnology related to medicine and the environment, as well as engineering design for human interfaces.

ENGINEERING BUSINESS

Engineering and business make a powerful combination, which is why U of T Engineering partnered with the Rotman School of Management to offer this minor. Engineering Business provides invaluable exposure to the world of business through courses in economics, finance, business management and marketing. By studying how modern engineering business functions, this program gives you a range of business-oriented and global-minded opportunities upon graduation.

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING

Environmental awareness is an essential part of being an effective engineer. This program examines topics such as ecology and ecological impact, waste management, water and wastewater treatment, environmental microbiology, water resources engineering, preventive engineering, life-cycle analysis, design for the environment, and the social and environmental impact of technology.

ROBOTICS & MECHATRONICS

Building upon the strength of our Institute for Robotics & Mechatronics, this minor is a collaborative effort between several areas of engineering, including aerospace, biomedical, electrical, computer, mechanical and industrial. Through courses in everything from nanotechnology to systems control, you’ll explore the fundamental enabling technologies that render robotic and mechatronic systems into viable consumer products.

SUSTAINABLE ENERGY

The need for more sustainable energy resources is critical — as is the need for more engineering expertise in sustainability. U of T Engineering is answering that call with the Sustainable Energy minor. If you’re passionate about sustaining our planet, this minor will explore all aspects of energy, from its use and storage to public policy relating to sustainability.

CERTIFICATES

Interested in several areas? You can pursue any of the following certificates:

— Engineering Business — Entrepreneurship — Global Engineering — Mineral Resources — Nuclear Engineering — Preventive Engineering & Social Development

We’re preparing engineers of tomorrow — like you — to develop as global engineering leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs. That preparation starts with exceptional academic programs taught by award-winning educators and world-renowned experts. Through your courses and projects, you’ll gain a holistic perspective on engineering while building your design, technical, analytic, teamwork and communications skills.

One of the hallmarks of a U of T Engineering education is our collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to learning. This is especially true of our minors and certificates. These optional programs explore specialized areas that intersect with engineering in important ways, such as business and biological sciences. Outside of your engineering education, you can also choose from hundreds of minors through the Faculty of Arts & Science — from art history to Italian.

This kind of flexibility means creating a customized academic path to meet your specific passions and interests. At the end of your journey, you’ll graduate as a dynamic engineer, equipped with the tools and perspective to tackle just about any challenge placed in front of you.

ENGINEERING MINORS & CERTIFICATES


No matter which route you take at U of T Engineering, each year of your program adds depth and experience to your foundations. Every academic and non-academic opportunity you embrace within U of T Engineering and the larger University of Toronto community brings new perspective.

We offer two distinct undergraduate degrees:

The Core Programs lead to a Bachelor of Applied

Science (BASc), and Engineering Science leads to a

BASc in Engineering Science.

GENERAL FIRST YEAR

Through your first-year courses, you’ll explore

a variety of engineering disciplines. At the

end of your first year, you’ll select a core

program to pursue for the remaining three

years of your degree.

CORE PROGRAMS

No matter which core program you’ve

chosen, each offers you the fundamentals

while providing plenty of opportunity to tailor

your studies to suit your interests.

ENGINEERING SCIENCE

After two years of foundational studies,

you’ll choose to focus your remaining two

years through a specialized major, from

Aerospace Engineering and Biomedical

Systems Engineering to Nanoengineering and

Engineering Physics.

FIRST YEAR

SECOND YEAR

THIRD YEAR

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE YEAR INTERNSHIP (OPTIONAL)

FOURTH YEAR

UPON GRADUATION Earn a BASc degree

UPON GRADUATIONEarn a BASc in Engineering Science degree

Many students choose to go on their Professional Experience Year internship after third year. This

12-to-16-month paid internship is your opportunity to gain invaluable work experience while earning

a great salary, not to mention adding tremendous value to your resume and network. You might just

come back for your fourth year with a job offer in hand. Read more on page 16.

You’ll take courses that build your engineering

foundations, like math, programming and

Engineering Strategies & Practice. Join a

club and get to know the U of T Engineering

community.

Continue building on your foundations in

preparation for an opportunity to specialize.

Think about pursuing an engineering minor or

certificate to broaden your perspective, and

consider taking courses abroad to gain

global experience.

Your second year of foundational studies

continues with complementary courses

designed specifically for EngSci students.

Diversify your knowledge by taking an

engineering minor or certificate.

As you delve further into your discipline, think

about how you’ll gain professional experience.

Summer research positions and the PEY

internship program are just two of many ways

to build important professional skills.

This year is about making connections

between your experience, skills and

knowledge. You’ll work on an in-depth project

that focuses on your specific interests.

This is your first year of specialization in one

of eight EngSci majors. This is a great time

to hone your professional skills and build your

network through research and leadership

opportunities.

In your final year, you’ll bring it all together

through a team design project or an individual

research thesis.

This accelerated program starts with courses

such as classical mechanics, mathematics

and circuits. You’ll also take Praxis, a unique

design course where you’ll help to solve a real

issue in Toronto.


“The Leaders of Tomorrow program is about transformation — of yourself and the situations that surround you. The program teaches you about some of the key components of leadership: making decisions, listening carefully and learning to communicate your vision to others. When you share the same vision with the people you’re working with, you’ll begin to see incredible outcomes. These are skills I put into practice on a daily basis, whether on class projects, in my Professional Experience Year internship or in my extracurricular activities.”

— Navila Uddin

One of the major advantages of studying at U of T Engineering is the virtually unlimited opportunities ahead of you. An outstanding education coupled with unique leadership, research, entrepreneurial and study-abroad opportunities means you’ll graduate as part of a worldwide network of engineers. And you’ll have important professional skills that will help you stand apart.

ENGINEERING LEADERS

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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Where others see limitations, engineers imagine what could be. They take the lead when it comes to seeking solutions, innovating and making change. To strengthen students’ leadership skills, U of T Engineering created the Institute for Leadership Education in Engineering (ILead). Unique in Canada, this centre helps to turn students like you into technically savvy professionals who can inspire and motivate others. Through ILead, U of T Engineering is reinventing what engineering leadership means.

Engineering Leaders of Tomorrow, a program offered by ILead, is built on the belief that leadership education empowers engineers to contribute more effectively to positive social change and innovation. Through courses, seminars, workshops and certificates, you’ll develop your personal leadership style and understand how to put your enhanced skills to work both inside and outside of the classroom.

STUDY AND WORK ABROAD

Through the Structured Exchange Pathways program, you can study for a semester or even a full academic year at one of 160 partner universities in 60 countries. You can also take a selection of courses abroad during the summer; some of which are taught by U of T Engineering professors. Going on exchange will give you a fresh perspective on your studies and career while developing your international contacts. Employers see students who have studied abroad as self-starting, willing to embrace challenges, independent and able to cope with diverse situations.

Similarly, the Professional Experience Year (PEY) internship program allows you to acquire global engineering experience by working for a company in another country. Being able to immerse yourself in a professional environment for a year or more in a new culture brings exceptional value to your education and resume. Read more about the PEY internship program on page 16.

RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

Your classes are taught by professors who are industry innovators, entrepreneurial experts and researchers working on the next breakthrough. They also author textbooks used by university students worldwide.

Imagine being able to work alongside your professors and contribute to their ongoing research — the very same research that gets published, receives acclaim around the world and changes lives.

Hundreds of our students take part in summer research opportunities each year. Not only do these opportunities give you exposure to cutting-edge research, they also let you apply your education to real-world situations. While most of these opportunities exist on campus, some students travel abroad during the summer months to gain a global perspective on their research interests.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Entrepreneurs are innovators who understand how to capitalize on opportunity. Some of history’s greatest entrepreneurs are engineers. In fact, many of our professors, researchers, alumni and students have started their own companies as a result of an idea sparked by creative thinking at U of T Engineering.

If you’re a budding entrepreneur or want to boost your business know-how, you’ll enjoy our Entrepreneurship certificate and Engineering Business minor. Outside of the classroom, The Entrepreneurship Hatchery is a way for you to bring your ideas to life and learn from experienced mentors who have started their own successful companies.

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IT PAYS TO DO PEY

Last year, the highest PEY salary earned was $65,000.

$65,000 Even better, new grads with PEY experience can negotiate a starting salary at their first full-time job that is 15 per cent higher than those without PEY experience.

Gaining work experience as a student is an important part of your development. It helps give context to your education and often provides a better sense of your professional interests.

The Professional Experience Year (PEY) internship is no ordinary work experience program. This is your opportunity to join the workforce as a young professional after your second or third year of study. You’ll lead projects, contribute to corporate success and learn directly from industry professionals for 12 to 16 months — all while earning a great salary. It’s an invaluable stepping stone to your future career, and a program that is unique to the University of Toronto.

WORK EXPERIENCE AND YOUR FUTURE CAREER

— African Copper (in Botswana) — Apple — Bombardier Aerospace — Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) — Daimler AG (in Germany) — Environment Canada

— Google — Hospital for Sick Children — IBI Group (in the United States) — IBM — JGC Corporation (in Japan) — Procter & Gamble Inc.

Employers across Canada and around the world hire our students through the PEY program each year. Big or small, local or international, organizations that participate as PEY employers are consistently impressed with the calibre of our students for their abilities, knowledge and passion. It’s the reason so many of our students — approximately 70 per cent — return to U of T Engineering to complete their degree with a job offer in hand.

The PEY program opens doors, even if entering the workforce after graduation is not your aspiration. Professional work experience, a well-connected network and an excellent reference go a long way if you’re interested in further studies or starting your own company after graduation.

WHICH COMPANIES HIRE PEY STUDENTS?

More than 1,000 companies and organizations of every size, type and industry hire PEY students — from multi-national companies and local start-ups to hospitals and banks. Some examples include:

“Because of the length of time PEY interns are available to work, they make a valuable contribution before their term is complete.”GEOFFREY ENGELBRECHT ALSTOM POWER, SWITZERLAND 15% HIGHER

STARTING SALARY

HIGHEST SALARY EARNED

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WHERE YOUR U OF T ENGINEERING DEGREE CAN TAKE YOUA U of T Engineering degree gets noticed by employers and top academic institutions around the world. It means you are a creative and collaborative thinker, with the teamwork, design, communications and research skills to lead in any realm. You are skilled technically and can think through challenges with social and global awareness.

Whatever your interests and passions, your U of T Engineering degree can take you where you want to go. Here are just a few examples of the paths our alumni take:

ENTER THE WORKFORCE Carol Kong Class of 2012 Transportation Planner, HDR, Inc.

When Carol started university, she knew she wanted a job that would continually challenge her and expose her to new experiences. She kept her options open by balancing her technical course load with business courses, eventually leading to a PEY internship. That internship turned into a full-time position with HDR, Inc., a global engineering, architecture and construction consulting firm. Today, she applies her unique combination of skills toward the development of major urban transit projects. “I considered my PEY internship as a year-long interview. It gave me an edge over other young professionals,” she says.

GO TO PROFESSIONAL SCHOOLDaniel Daniele Class of 2006 Associate, Norton Rose

After earning his U of T Engineering degree, Daniel combined his passion for engineering and his interest in law to become an intellectual property lawyer for the leading international firm Norton Rose. His engineering background gives him the expertise he needs to argue the validity of new pharmaceutical patents in court. “An engineer analyzes a problem from multiple perspectives and can tackle any complex issue that may arise in today’s global economy. And all engineering students share an intellectual curiosity and a willingness to explore challenging issues. For that reason, they tend to excel in all professions after graduation,” he says.

PURSUE GRADUATE STUDIESMarina Freire-Gormaly Class of 2011 Graduate Student, U of T

“U of T has a strong focus on innovation, so there are many opportunities to explore research as an undergrad,” says Marina. The topic of sustainable energy captured her attention in first year, and a PEY internship at Ontario Power Generation gave her first-hand insight into the implementation of major engineering projects in the field. Upon graduation, she joined a research team at U of T studying ways to reduce carbon dioxide concentration by capturing and storing it underground. After earning her master’s degree, she’ll continue her research in either academia or industry. “U of T Engineering is very entrepreneurially focused and provides a unique perspective on how engineers can initiate change in society,” she says.

START A BUSINESS Somen Mondal Class of 2002 Co-founder and CEO, Field ID

With a lifelong interest in computers and software, Somen knew he wanted to solve people’s problems with technology. His first consulting job gave rise to a cloud-based, online safety compliance and inspection management system for web and mobile devices called Field ID. In 2007, Field ID took off as a company that has turned into a multi-million dollar enterprise that serves more than 250 global clients. “An engineering degree gives you the ability to look at all aspects of a business from a very analytical point of view, which is extremely important in sales, marketing and finance,” he says. For his innovative thinking, Somen recently earned the title of Ontario Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year in the Emerging Entrepreneur category.


“Coming from Dubai to study at U of T Engineering, I found myself in a totally different environment, and this shift was a little overwhelming at first. But that’s where the First Year Office came in. They gave me helpful tips on adjusting to university life and answered the many questions I had about my program. They gave me the support I needed to get a great start.”

— Tristan Pereira

Our students are a big part of what makes the U of T Engineering experience unique. Each brings their own interests, strengths, abilities and backgrounds to classes and extracurricular activities. That gives you an amazing spectrum of people to learn with and from. You’ll be bound by the desire to see one another succeed.

Support is woven through every layer of the U of T Engineering experience. You’ll find it in the mentorship upper-year students provide to first-year students, and in the extra time professors spend to help students with a particularly challenging concept or topic.

Beyond a supportive network of students and professors, U of T Engineering also provides specialized services designed to meet your needs as an Engineering student. For instance, the First Year Office can help you transition smoothly into U of T Engineering through advising, workshops and information sessions.

Best of all, as a U of T student, you also have access to university-wide services and resources. The following page provides a brief overview of just some of the ways the University of Toronto will support your success.

HELPING YOU SUCCEED

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SUPPORT SERVICES ACROSS U OF T

SPECIALIZED SERVICES FOR ENGINEERING STUDENTS

FIRST YEAR OFFICE The First Year Office can help you make a successful transition to a new and exciting learning environment at U of T Engineering. It has dedicated first-year advisors to help you make informed decisions about your studies. The First Year Office also runs a series of free summer courses and sessions to help orient you to U of T Engineering before you start in the fall. www.firstyear.engineering.utoronto.ca

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR This is your resource for all administrative aspects of your education, including course registration, scheduling, student records, appeals and graduation. The office also includes Engineering Undergraduate Admissions, a unit that manages the admissions process and provides financial aid counselling. www.uoft.me/engregistrar

DEPARTMENTAL COUNSELLORS No matter what program you enter in first year, every Engineering department has a counsellor to help you with course selection and a range of other matters related to your academic area. You’ll meet your departmental counsellor when you begin your studies at U of T Engineering.

ENGINEERING CAREER CENTRE The Engineering Career Centre works hard to prepare you for your career through workshops, seminars, career fairs and job listings. It also coordinates the Professional Experience Year (see page 16) and other work experience opportunities. www.engineeringcareers.utoronto.ca

ENGINEERING COMMUNICATION CENTRE Communication skills are an essential part of being an effective engineering professional. The Engineering Communication Centre will help you improve your written and presentation skills, which can lead to better grades on your projects and reports. www.uoft.me/ecc

ENGINEERING INTERNATIONAL STUDENT TRANSITION PROGRAM As a first-year international student in this program, you’ll interact with upper-year Engineering student ambassadors who are knowledgeable about U of T. Throughout your first year, you’ll attend special events and connect with ambassadors on a regular basis to help you find your way. www.uoft.me/intltrans

MATH AID OFFICE Need help with your calculus or linear algebra problem sets? The Math Aid Office offers assistance on an individual basis. www.uoft.me/engmathaid

TUTOR DATABASE Created by the Engineering Society, the tutor database allows you to work one-on-one with a course-specific peer tutor. www.tutors.skule.ca

A SAMPLING OF SERVICES FOR ALL U OF T STUDENTS

ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTRE This service offers a wide range of lectures and workshops that can help you gain more from your classes, take better notes, read your textbooks more effectively, manage your time, prepare for exams and conquer procrastination. www.asc.utoronto.ca

HEALTH SERVICES Health Services is like your family doctor’s office, but is geared toward your needs as a student and is located right on campus. Services include comprehensive medical care, health information for travellers, immunization, sexual health care, counselling and referrals. www.healthandwellness.utoronto.ca

COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES Counselling and Psychological Services offers assessment, treatment and referrals for students with emotional and psychological concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, eating and body image issues, attention and concentration problems, as well as issues related to sleep and substance abuse. www.healthandwellness.utoronto.ca

ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES Accessibility Services is committed to supporting students with documented disabilities, be it physical, sensory, a learning disability or a mental health condition. Temporary and long-term services include note-taking, sign language interpretation, alternative test-taking arrangements, adaptive technology and assistive devices, on-campus transportation, as well as a variety of workshops and seminars on disability-related issues. www.accessibility.utoronto.ca

CENTRE FOR INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE The Centre for International Experience assists international students with everything from work permits and passport issues, to cross-cultural counselling and English conversation programming. www.cie.utoronto.ca


University is a big transition: new friends, a different environment and, for many, the first time you’ll be responsible for managing your own finances.

You probably have a lot of questions about financing your education, and we’d be happy to help you. As a starting point, you can estimate your expenses and explore your financial resources to begin mapping out a budget.

ESTIMATING EXPENSES

Below is an estimated snapshot of your main expenses for first year based on last year’s fees. We encourage you to visit www.fees.utoronto.ca for details.

DOMESTIC INTERNATIONAL1

TUITION $11,7752 $35,9823

INCIDENTAL FEES $1,4284 $1,4284 5

RESIDENCE & MEAL PLAN $7,190–$16,187 $7,190–$16,187

BOOKS & SUPPLIES $1,500–$2,000 $1,500–$2,000

1. International students are not eligible for need-based financial aid

2. 2012–2013 academic fees

3. 2013–2014 proposed academic fees (subject to Governing Council approval)

4. 2012–2013 incidental fees; 2013–2014 fees are subject to change

5. International students are also required to purchase Health Insurance through UHIP

(roughly $720 per year)

FINANCING YOUR EDUCATION

* All fees expressed in Canadian dollars

EXPLORING FINANCIAL RESOURCES

SCHOLARSHIPS

When you applied to U of T Engineering, we automatically considered you for several entrance scholarships. If you qualified for a scholarship, we either included that information in your offer letter or will notify you in May, in advance of the deadline to accept your offer. We award scholarships on the basis of academic excellence and extracurricular involvement. The majority of scholarships we award are for one year of study.

At U of T Engineering, you will continue to be considered automatically for scholarships at the end of second, third and fourth year.

STUDENT LOANS

There are two kinds of government student loans: federal (Canada Student Loans) and provincial. To be eligible for a Canadian student loan, you must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person (convention refugee). For details and a list of Canadian student loan websites, visit www.uoft.me/engstudentloans

Generally, you can apply for a student loan as soon as you have an offer of admission from a university.

If you’re a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you can get an estimate of how much financial assistance you may be eligible to receive at www.uoft.me/utaps. Here, you can also learn about the University of Toronto Advance Planning for Students (UTAPS) program — a unique financial aid program for U of T students.

If you are an international student, you may want to explore scholarships or funding opportunities available in your home country. Keep in mind that international students are also eligible to work part time in Canada while studying. You may be interested in exploring U of T’s Centre for International Experience website for details: www.cie.utoronto.ca

We also encourage you to visit the Discover Engineering website to learn more about financial matters: www.uoft.me/engstudentloansUpon accepting your offer of admission, you are not required to

pay a deposit, but your first tuition installment will be due just prior to the start of classes on August 31. We will send you detailed information about how to pay tuition at a later date. If you plan to live on campus, you may need to pay a residence deposit. Your residence will send you more information if a deposit is required.


DON’T FORGET!

Check your enclosed offer letter for the deadline to accept.

Late August: Your minimum tuition payment or fees deferral deadline.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DO I NEED TO SEND IN MY FINAL TRANSCRIPT?

If you are a current Ontario high school student, you don’t need to send us your final grades; we receive your grades directly from the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC). Otherwise, you will need to send your final transcripts as soon as they are available from your school. Be sure to review your offer of admission to determine what documents you need to send us and by when they should arrive at U of T.

HOW DO I SUBMIT IB OR AP RESULTS?

Your final results from the International Baccalaureate (IB) program and the Advancement Placement (AP) examinations should be sent electronically from the issuing body directly to the University of Toronto.

I RECEIVED AN OFFER BASED ON MY GRADES RIGHT NOW. WHAT IF MY MARKS DROP BY THE END OF THE YEAR?

We understand that your grades may change between midterms and finals. However, if your final grades fall below the conditions stated in your letter of offer, you should contact us as soon as you know your results. U of T Engineering can withdraw your offer and cancel your registration if you do not meet the conditions of your offer or submit final documents by the date specified. If there were factors affecting your performance, you should submit a letter of explanation, along with any supporting documentation (e.g., medical records). Each case will be reviewed on an individual basis. If you are an international student, we strongly encourage you to contact us before your arrival in Canada.

CAN I DEFER MY OFFER OF ADMISSION?

The Admissions Committee will consider requests to defer your offer of admission for one academic year. We cannot grant a deferral until we’ve received your final results or transcripts. Be sure to accept your offer of admission by the deadline stated in your letter. To request a deferral, please send us a letter explaining why you need to defer and what you plan to do during the deferral period. If you have received a scholarship, please include a request in your letter to defer your scholarship. Please note that you cannot engage in any academic activities during your deferral.

WHEN WILL I FIND OUT WHAT RESIDENCE I AM LIVING IN?

Residence offers are made on an ongoing basis. You can track the status of your application by visiting the MyRes website (myres.utoronto.ca). If you have any questions about your residence placement or if you have not received an offer by June 15, 2013, please contact Housing Services at [email protected]. Your residence will let you know your move-in date and time.

WHEN DO I REGISTER FOR COURSES?

As an Engineering student, you’ll be automatically registered in your first-year courses.

IS PEY THE ONLY WAY TO GAIN WORK EXPERIENCE?

The Engineering Career Centre — a service developed specifically for U of T Engineering students — also offers a four-month, paid internship called the Engineering Summer Internship Program. You can take this program after your second or third year either in preparation for PEY or as a stand-alone experience.

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VISIT OUR WEBSITE

www.discover.engineering.utoronto.ca

We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about what U of T Engineering has to offer.

CHECK THE ENGINEERING APPLICANT PORTAL

www.apsc.utoronto.ca/myportal

The Engineering Applicant Portal will keep you current on information relating to your application to U of T Engineering.

ATTEND WELCOME TO ENGINEERING ON SUNDAY, MAY 26, 2013Save this date for our day-long event designed just for students like you who have received an offer of admission. You can look forward to meeting students and professors, learning more about academic and extracurricular opportunities, as well as taking part in fun, hands-on, student-run activities. There will also be special sessions just for your parents. Stay tuned — an official invitation will follow closer to the date.

TAKE A TOUR

If you haven’t had the chance to explore the St. George campus yet, now is a great time. Come by for a campus walking tour; they happen every day, except for holiday weekends. Please visit www.uoft.me/sgtours for details.

While you’re on campus, let us show you around the U of T Engineering buildings. You can request your tour online:

www.uoft.me/engtours

ASK US QUESTIONS

This is a very exciting time for you, and we’re sure you have lots of questions. We’d be happy to help in any way we can. You can call us at 416-978-3872 or email [email protected]. If you have questions about your offer of admission, please contact the Engineering Admissions Office at 416-978-0120 or [email protected].

WATCH US ON VIMEO

www.vimeo.com/uoftengineering

Watch short videos that feature your future professors and their amazing research. You can also watch current U of T Engineering students share their experiences on transitioning to first year, PEY, graduation and more.

PARTICIPATE IN DEEP SUMMER ACADEMY

www.deepsummeracademy.com

If you are interested in experiencing U of T Engineering before you enter your first year, consider participating in DEEP (Da Vinci Engineering Enrichment Program) Summer Academy this July. Developed for high school students around the world with an interest in engineering, science, technology and business, DEEP Summer Academy offers hands-on, week-long courses in some of the most interesting areas of research at U of T Engineering today.

Courses are taught by graduate students and range from bioengineering and environmental engineering to mechatronics and even a 'mini MBA.'

KEEP CONNECTED AND CONTACT US


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Web: www.discover.engineering.utoronto.ca

Email: [email protected] (general inquiries)

[email protected] (admissions-related inquiries)

Phone: 416-978-3872 (general inquiries)

416-978-0120 (admissions-related inquiries)

Twitter: @uoftengineering

Vimeo: www.vimeo.com/uoftengineering

Facebook: www.facebook.com/discoveruoftengineering

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