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Choose Engineering at the University of Alberta
Have you ever thought that there must be a better way to do something? Or wondered how new technology could make your life better? Engineers have. Questions like these drive them to explore new ideas that will make the world a better place.
Engineers bring ideas to life by applying creativity and critical thinking to solve problems. Whether they’re creating electric cars, designing new video games, exploring other planets or helping speed recovery for people in the hospital, engineers are using their imagination, technical skill and teamwork to improve the world around them.
Making a difference
Engineers are constantly discovering ways to improve our lives by finding creative solutions that connect science and technology to life. That’s what makes being an engineer so rewarding.
Engineers innovate, collaborate and make an impact.
As a U of A Engineering student, you’ll have opportunities to participate in research with professors who are at the leading edge of their fields of study, work in teams with your fellow students, and take part in student groups and projects involved in community service.
For detailed information about the Faculty of Engineering, our programs of study and admissions information for prospective students please consult our
Engineering Viewbook (2.0 MB PDF).