Course overview
Baccalauréat en génie mécanique (Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in engineering at Université de Sherbrooke in Sherbrooke, Canada. It takes Full-time co-op engineering bachelor's with paid work terms (see programme page), with intakes in September (autumn) – check the programme page.
Université de Sherbrooke is a public institution, ranked 951–1000 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Université de Sherbrooke (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Sherbrooke, Canada |
| Course | Baccalauréat en génie mécanique (Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Engineering |
| Duration | Full-time co-op engineering bachelor's with paid work terms (see programme page) |
| Tuition per year | C$32,140 (≈ ₹21.5 lakh) |
| Intakes | September (autumn) – check the programme page |
| English requirement | Taught in French: C1 French expected for engineering programmes |
Interested in Baccalauréat en génie mécanique (Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$32,140 a year, about ₹21.5 lakh.
Autumn 2026 co-op rate: $16,070 per study term including incidental fees, × 2
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Housing (rent, electricity, heating) | C$8,400per year | ≈ ₹5.6 lakh |
| Food and hygiene | C$8,400per year | ≈ ₹5.6 lakh |
| Health insurance (estimated premium) | C$900per year | ≈ ₹60,300 |
| Intercity transport | C$1,150per year | ≈ ₹77,050 |
| Other costs (health insurance, return travel, settling in)UdeS subtotal | C$3,650one-off and yearly | ≈ ₹2.4 lakh |
Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Average (median) salary
C$80,300
≈ ₹53.8 lakh a year
Median employment income two years after graduation, Undergraduate degree
Job roles
- Mechanical engineer
- Automotive engineer
- Design engineer
- Manufacturing engineer
- Maintenance engineer
- Control and instrumentation engineer
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Bosch
BMW
Mercedes-Benz
Volkswagen
Toyota
Rolls-Royce
Jaguar Land Rover
Magna International
Tata Motors
Siemens
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Université de Sherbrooke for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Applicants whose schooling was outside Quebec's CEGEP system, including Indian Class 12, are admitted to engineering on condition that they complete UdeS's preparatory certificate for undergraduate programmes (or an equivalent).
- UdeS publishes minimum grades for international bachelor's applicants on its 'cotes minimales exigées' page.
- All admitted engineering students must have very good French: C1 (500/699 or more) in all four skills unless exempt.
- Pay the confirmation deposit before 1 May for autumn entry or before 15 December for winter entry.
English requirements
For this course: Taught in French: C1 French expected for engineering programmes.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| French (all programmes) | Teaching is in French. Engineering asks for C1 (500/699 or more) in all four skills on a recognised test, unless exempt; weaker students may have to take extra French courses. |
| English | Not the language of teaching. Engineering master's pages say good English is needed to read scientific publications. |
| English test for admission | UdeS publishes English requirements on a separate page for programmes that need them; most do not. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September (autumn) – check the programme page.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (bachelor's applicants)
- Degree transcripts and certificate (master's applicants)
- French test result (C1 for engineering) unless exempt
- Application fee of $106
- Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ, about $135) and study permit (about $150) after admission
Scholarships
Exemption from supplemental international tuition
All levels (limited numbers); research doctorates
Value: You pay a much lower rate; for example a full-time doctoral study term drops to $1,555 tuition plus fees
Some international students qualify because of their status or because Quebec has an agreement with their country (limited numbers). Research doctoral students can apply for an exemption for full-time study terms.
Official pageUSI Involvement Scholarship (USherbrooke International)
International students
Value: See the UdeS scholarship directory
Supports the inclusion and involvement of international students at UdeS.
Official page
About Université de Sherbrooke
The Université de Sherbrooke (UdeS) was founded on 4 May 1954 and now has about 33,700 students on three campuses: two in Sherbrooke and one in Longueuil, across the river from Montreal. It has faculties of engineering, science, management, law, medicine and health sciences, education, humanities and physical activity sciences.
UdeS is known for its co-operative education. Its engineering bachelor's degrees are full-time co-op programmes; computer engineering, for example, includes five paid work terms of four months each, about 20 months of experience. Computer science can also be taken in a co-op format.
Similar courses
Engineering courses at other universities in Canada
- Engineering: Certificate of Applied Science / Bachelor of Applied ScienceAcadia UniversityCAS 2 years at Acadia; BASc 3 years. Students usually finish their engineering degree at Dalhousie University · C$25,173 / year
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (Ontario College Advanced Diploma)Algonquin College3 years full time · C$16,165 / year
- Bachelor of Engineering (Automation and Robotics Engineering) (Co-op)Algonquin College4 years full time · C$19,745 / year
- Mechatronics Engineering Technology (Robotics and Automation) (Diploma)Assiniboine College3 years full-time (180 credits); Brandon, North Hill Campus · C$17,630 / year
- Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology – Telecommunications and Networks Option (Diploma)British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)2 years full-time (4 terms), optional co-op · C$25,719 / year
- Mechanical Engineering Technology – Mechanical Design Option (Diploma)British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)2 years full-time · C$25,719 / year
More courses at Université de Sherbrooke
- Baccalauréat en informatique (Bachelor of Science in Computer Science)90 credits; regular or co-op format (co-op adds paid work terms) · C$30,160 / year
- Baccalauréat en génie informatique (Bachelor of Computer Engineering)120 credits over about 5 years, including five paid four-month co-op work terms · C$32,140 / year
- Maîtrise en informatique (Master of Science in Computer Science)45 credits; course-based streams include artificial intelligence and data science, and cybersecurity · C$27,010 / year
- Maîtrise en génie électrique (M.Ing. course-based or M.Sc.A. research)45 credits · C$27,010 / year
- Baccalauréat en génie électrique (Bachelor of Electrical Engineering)Full-time co-op engineering bachelor's with paid work terms (see programme page) · C$32,140 / year
- Maîtrise en génie logiciel (Master's in Software Engineering)Master's (see programme page for credits and format) · C$27,010 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Baccalauréat en génie mécanique (Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering) at Université de Sherbrooke?
The tuition for international students is C$32,140 a year (about ₹21.5 lakh). Autumn 2026 co-op rate: $16,070 per study term including incidental fees, × 2. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Baccalauréat en génie mécanique (Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering)?
The course takes Full-time co-op engineering bachelor's with paid work terms (see programme page).
What English score do I need?
Taught in French: C1 French expected for engineering programmes. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September (autumn) – check the programme page. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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