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I'm currently accepted into a full-time technology program for Sept/Fall 2026. I'm set to undergo a major invasive orthopedic surgery in January 2027 that will take approximately 6 months to recover.

How likely will the program head approve this leave if I have all the doctors' notes?

Carrying on the tradition!

Hi guysss! I am taking BHSC next sem with Kaitlin Marshall. I cannot find her on Rate my Prof. Or Reddit. Please kindly help!!!!!!!!!!!

So I am conditionally accepted for Fall 2026, and one of the prerequisites I have submitted with a midterm grade. I have two questions:

1. Do I submit final grades ONLY if they ask, or do I need to do it anyway? If yes, when is the deadline and where do I send it in?

2. If I will be submitting a final grade for the course, does it need to be an official transcript or can it be a pdf published by the school stating that I completed the course with said percentage?

Hi everyone,

I'm hoping to get some advice from people who have gone through a similar path or work in engineering education.

I graduated from BCIT (British Columbia Institute of Technology) with a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology – Mechanical Systems Option. My overall GPA was 69%. My first year wasn't great, but my grades improved quite a bit later in the program, especially in courses like HVAC, thermodynamics, heat/cooling load analysis, project management, air conditioning systems, and statistics.

Since graduating, I've been working full-time as a Mechanical Designer, mainly on HVAC, plumbing, and building systems projects. I now have a few years of industry experience, and my goal is to earn a bachelor's degree without throwing away the work I've already completed.

One thing worth mentioning is that I applied to the Camosun Engineering Bridge Program, hoping to transfer into third-year Mechanical Engineering at UVic/UBC afterward. Unfortunately, I wasn't accepted because my GPA wasn't competitive enough. I've also looked into BCIT's Bachelor of Engineering program, but based on how competitive the admission process is and how the GPA cutoff changes every year, I don't think that's a realistic option for me either.

I've also researched Lakehead University, which seems to be one of the few Canadian universities with a well-known pathway for engineering technology graduates.

At this point, I'm open to relocating anywhere if it means I can maximize my transfer credits and finish the degree in a reasonable amount of time. I'm looking at Canada, US, UK and Australia if there's a good pathway.

My questions are:

Are there any universities in Canada (besides Lakehead) that accept Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma graduates and give substantial transfer credit toward a Bachelor's degree?

Has anyone transferred from BCIT (or another engineering technology diploma) into a Mechanical Engineering degree? If so, where did you go, how much transfer credit did you receive, and how long did it take to finish?

Are there universities in the US, UK, and Australia that have better transfer pathways than Canada?

Are there any reputable online or hybrid options? I understand fully online accredited Mechanical Engineering degrees are rare, but I'd still like to know what's available.

If you were in my position today, what would you do?

My priorities are:

Maximize the amount of transfer credit from my BCIT diploma.

Finish the degree in the shortest reasonable amount of time.

I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who's been through a similar situation or knows of universities that aren't widely known for accepting engineering technology graduates.

Thanks in advance!

I’m currently accepted and beginning the Btech cm full time program in September. Just curious if anyone knows the cohort sizes? Do you take every class through the program with the same people? What kind of people are typically in the program? Younger/older, men/woman etc.

Appreciate any insight

I applied to Bcit with midterm grades I am not done with a couple courses since it’s online self paced, I got accepted for this fall 2026, the questions is if my percentage in those courses dropped a certain percentage but still remain within the program prerequisites, would Bcit revoke my offer? Or does not matter? It was competitive entry

One of my friends is starting bcit this fall for digital design and development i think, and she doesn't seem to have an orientation? Just straight to classes on Tuesday (sept 8)

Is this normal for the people taking that close?

Hello I’m coming to Bcit this winter for autobody and collision repair and refinishing foundation. I’m coming from Toronto and I was wondering if there was any group chats or anything for freshmen or class of 2030 stuff
A fella needs sum buddy’s to make it through the year.

I am starting school this fall, and i was hoping on applying for student loan and i am a bit lost 😅 the deadline for my tuition is july 10 and i am worried that i am too late to apply. I also want to ask if anyone knows if its easy to get approved of student loan and how long did it take to get that approval since i have a bit of a time constraint.

I need to know what laptop to get for school! How much ram do I need? Do I need a gpu? Anyone who has done any engineering that used solid works and auto cad please help. There’s a good laptop on sale right now and I want to get it but I need to know if it is good
Specs:
AI 5 340
RTX 5050 8gb
16gb LPDDR5X-8000
512 gb ssd
2.8k 120hz 500 nit 16’ oled
83whr battery
Aluminum body
Good io

Hey accounting folks, kinda scared for second year cause I've been hearing nothing but stories of doom and despair of how hard it is. I'm wishing I took a class or 2 during the summer to lessen my tribulations during the semester but ehh. So should I study anything now before level 3 starts or will I be fine. My GPA is currently in the early 80s cause I stopped caring about busa and comm mid way through the term as they became such a bother so I missed out on many assignments that could've boosted my grade if only I cared enough to do them.

I just finished my diploma and I’ve already been accepted into the full time bba. However, I’m still thinking about doing part time school and finding a job. Is it better for me to stay full time and finish in a year or go part time?

Hey yall maybe I’m missing something but I got an email saying I have a negative account balance and I can get a refund but I can’t for the life of me find that form it keeps redirecting me to mybcit to fill out the form but I can’t find it there either. If anyone knows how to access the form help is much appreciated

I am switching from SFU Beedie to BCIT. My family and I made an almost last minute decision to change schools. I applied last night for new entry and will use my transfer credits for some courses when accepted.

I plan to join the September intake but now I’m concerned that I might not get in for this fall. Did I apply too late and will I likely or likely not get in for the Fall intake?

Hey everyone,

I’m currently going to BCIT this semester and I’m hoping to meet some new people. I’m 27, Punjabi, born and raised here, and honestly I’ve found it a bit tough to meet people naturally, especially since my program doesn’t have a lot of women in it.

I’m not really into dating apps, so I figured I’d try something more casual. Ideally, I’d love to meet a Punjabi girl or someone with a similar background, but I’m mostly just looking to talk first, be friends, and see where things go naturally.

Not trying to make this weird or anything, just putting myself out there. If anyone is in a similar boat or wants to chat, feel free to message me!

Hi!! I’m going to Bcit in the fall, and I want to start going to the gym there. It looks really nice in there! I’ve never gone to a gym before and I’ve always just exercised in my room. Could anyone who goes there regularly tell me the best times to go and when it gets super busy? :)

Hi everyone!! I’m going to BCIT starting in the fall and I’ve been waitlisted for the student housing. I’ve been looking at apartments in the area and I’m looking for a studio apartment for less than $1500/month. It’s a bit unrealistic, but I’m not too picky with the location!! I’ve seen a few in New Westminster, but does anyone know the chances of me getting off the waitlist for the student housing? I would also love to hear others experience of apartment hunting in Vancouver!!