Cape Breton University campus

Engineering

Bachelor of Technology (Nautical Science) at Cape Breton University

Cape Breton University, Canada

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Technology (Nautical Science) focuses on marine safety and environmental protection, covering watch-keeping, environmental response and search and rescue. Students apply directly through the Canadian Coast Guard College, not through CBU.

Faculty: Canadian Coast Guard College / CBU  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

What you will study

Operating engineering systems aboard a vessel (hydraulics, propulsion plant, air conditioning, electrical and electronic), propulsion plant simulator and practical training.

Career pathways

Marine engineering, navigation and ship's officer roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Final grade of 70% in each course; English or French 12; Math 12 (advanced); Science 12 (physics recommended); Chemistry 11 (Marine Engineering only). Apply through the Canadian Coast Guard College.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (BScN): intakes May 2027 (Spring, Advanced Standing LPN to RN) and September 2027 (Fall, Direct Entry and Advanced Standing LPN to RN).

BScN: May 2027 Advanced Standing (LPN to RN) applications open 1 October 2026 and close 1 February 2027; September 2027 Direct Entry opens 1 October 2026 and closes 26 February 2027; September 2027 Advanced Standing (LPN to RN) opens 1 October 2026 and closes 26 February 2027. Applications may close early once seats are filled.

Application fee: $40 CAD for Canadian applicants and permanent residents, $80 CAD for international applicants; non-refundable, paid by Visa or Mastercard through the Future Student Account.

Apply through the official page: https://www.cbu.ca/apply-now/

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