Kaié:ri Nikawerà:ke Indigenous Bridging Program (BEng)

Studying at Kaié:ri Nikawerà:ke Indigenous Bridging Program (BEng) at Concordia University in Canada:

The Kaié:ri Nikawerà:ke Indigenous Bridging Program is a path to university education for First Nations, Inuit and Métis students who do not meet Concordia’s conventional admission requirements.

Program highlights:

• Complete math and science prerequisites for BEng programs
• Build relationships with other Indigenous students
• Enjoy experiential learning opportunities through the Otsenhákta Student Centre
• Experience Indigenous mentorship

 

Necessary information:

• Duration: One and a half years
• Degree awarded by: Concordia University in Canada
• Admission criteria: High school Diploma
• Language of instruction: English
• Total cost per year: 31,190.45
• Faculty: Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science

Note: The Total cost includes: tuition fee, health insurance fee and compulsory fees.

 

Curriculum:

Through the Kaié:ri Nikawerà:ke Indigenous Bridging Program, you will complete the math and science courses needed for your desired BEng program while building your capacity for academic success through classes in academic writing, study skills and time management. Each course will be taken as a cohort, allowing you to build community throughout your three terms.

 

Career opportunity:

Upon successful completion of the program’s three terms, you will move into the BEng program of your choice without needing to reapply for admission. Moving forward, you will be able to:

• Study Engineering with competent academic and university skills
• Identify resources on campus for your personal and professional success
• Connect with a supportive community of Indigenous students and professionals

 

Application Requirements:

• Applicants must be First Nations, Inuit or Métis peoples whose communities are located in Canada. Applicants must submit proof of Indigenous identity, citizenship, and age.
• Applicants must prove their potential to undertake undergraduate courses, despite not meeting the typical academic requirements.
• Applicants must have been out of school — that is not engaged in full-time study — for at least 12 months since attaining the age of 18. Applicants who have been out of school for less than 12 months are also admissible provided that they have had no unfavourable academic record in the previous 12 months.
• Applicants must submit school records and any material which may indicate ability to pursue university studies.
• Some students may require courses in English as a Second Language, as determined by language proficiency testing. Refer to Concordia’s English language proficiency guidelines to check eligibility.

Note: Applicants whose academic background qualifies them for regular admission are not eligible for the bridging program.

Upload the following as part of your application:

• A letter of intent outlining:
  Why you have chosen to study at university through the bridging program.
  The reasons for your choice of program, including your goals and aspirations .
  Descriptions of experience, knowledge or skills which you have acquired that would assist you in your studies.
• A birth certificate or other accepted proof of age
• Transcripts
• Proof of Indigenous identity (documentation to be determined)
• Curriculum vitae (CV) or resumé (optional)

 

English language requirements:

• English second language (ESL) course requirement: The Department of Education offers ESL courses to non-native speakers of English who are accepted by Concordia University but who must upgrade their reading and writing skills.
• Results must be less than two years old at the time of your application in order to be accepted as proof of language proficiency.

Exam	Direct admission No ESL courses required	Direct admission ESL courses required with option for credit	Conditional admission Intensive English Language Program (IELP) option for Gina Cody School, JMSB and select Arts and Science programs
TOEFL	Score 90 or higher, with a minimum combined score of 34 for speaking and writing.	Score between 75 and 89 with a minimum combined score of 34 for speaking and writing.	Score between 63 and 74, with no more than two parts under 15
IELTS	IELTS score of 7 or higher, no component score under 5.5	IELTS score of 6.5 or 6 and in both cases, no component score under 5.5	IELTS score of 5.5 or 5 and in both cases, only two bands as low as 4.5
DET – Duolingo English Test	DET score of 120 and above with no subscore under 90	DET score between 105 and 119 with no subscore under 90	DET score between 90 and 104 only two subscores as low as 70
CAEL	CAEL minimum overall score 70 with no part under 50	CAEL minimum overall score 50 with no part under 50	CAEL minimum overall score of 40 with no part under 30
CAE – Cambridge C1 Advanced   And   CPE – Cambridge C2 Proficiency	C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency: min. score 190 with no part under 165	C1 Advanced: min. score 175 overall with no part under 165
PTE Academic	Minimum overall PTE academic score of 61 with a minimum of 46 in speaking and writing	Minimum overall PTE academic score of 50 with a minimum of 46 in speaking and writing	Overall score of 45 to 49 with only two parts as low as 43

 

Deadlines and intakes:

We consider complete applications year round and give priority to applicants who apply by official deadlines.

FALL TERM;

• March 1 is the official deadline to apply for fall term entry.
• However, applications are still being accepted for the Kaié:ri Nikawerà:ke Indigenous Bridging Program.

WINTER:

Admission to this program is available for the Fall Term only.