Common first year programs
With a career in engineering, you will build your capacities for decision-making, analysis and creative thinking. Collaborate with your fellow students to develop technical skills in math, natural sciences, physics and computer programming.
Your first-year path to success
UNB is the oldest engineering school in Canada, investing in cutting-edge labs, world-renowned research centres, and new ways to work together to explore and innovate. By taking a common first year, you will experience all nine engineering disciplines, allowing you to choose your program with confidence. Discover where engineering can take you; we are ready to help you on that journey.
Engineering programs
Can't decide between Fredericton and Saint John? You can choose to experience both.
Choose the pathway that works best for you in terms of discipline and location.
Year 1: Common first year is available at both Fredericton and Saint John.
Year 2:
- Chemical, Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering is available in either Fredericton or Saint John.
- Engineering Physics, Geological, Geomatics and Software Engineering are only available in Fredericton.
- Environmental Engineering is taken in Saint John.
Years 3-4:
- With the exception of Environmental Engineering, complete all programs in Fredericton.
Overview of the common first-year courses
Term 1 (fall)
- Programming for Engineers
- Earth Sciences and Sustainability in Engineering
- Engineering Profession Lecture Series I
- Cornerstone Design Principles
- Mechanics for Engineers I
- Calculus I: Differential Calculus
- Introduction to Linear Algebra
Term 2 (winter)
- Chemistry for Engineers
- Engineering Profession Lecture Series II
- Cornerstone Design Applications
- Mechanics for Engineers II
- Multidisciplinary Engineering in Practice
- Calculus II: Integral Calculus
- Waves and Electromagnetism
