Join us this summer...
Experience academic learning at one of Canada's top five research institutions. The Calgary International Summer Program is a 4-week program for international students interested in visiting Canada during the summer session.
There are two program formats to choose from:
- ESL + One Engineering Course
- Two Engineering Courses
Engineering courses are taught by University of Calgary faculties, and English training courses are taught by English language specialists from University of Calgary Continuing Education.
In these intensive programs, students will improve their English language skills, gain international academic experience, learn Canadian culture first-hand, and visit top destinations in and around Calgary.
Courses are graded and include a certificate of participation.
ESL + One Engineering Course
Students are immersed in the University of Calgary campus environment while taking an English training course from Continuing Education, and one engineering course taught by a University of Calgary faculty.
Two Engineering Courses
Students are immersed in the University of Calgary campus environment while taking two engineering courses taught by a UCalgary faculty.
Dates and Fees
Optional trips to the Canadian Rockies are available for purchase.
June 30 – July 25, 2025
Application Fee: $200
Tuition for ESL + One Academic Course: $4,300 ($500 deposit)
Tuition for Two Academic Courses: $5,300 ($500 deposit)
Courses and Descriptions
Introduction to Energy and the Environment
History of energy technologies; energetics of natural systems and agriculture; formation, extraction and transformations of fossil fuels, renewables such as biomass, solar and wind; and the electricity system, environmental impacts of energy systems, and technical options for transforming energy systems to reduce environmental impacts.
Project Engineering
The project lifecycle. Project planning, scheduling, and control. Resource considerations. Cost estimating, planning, and performance. Project risk. Project personnel and organizational structures.
Project Management
Application of management principles to the project environment; planning, control, scope, time and cost processes; project organization and human resource issues. Students review aspects of a current major capital project and submit and defend a project report.
How to Register
Group Students: Please contact the international office at your home university to apply and register for this program. Confirm that you will receive credit for these academic courses in your home university degree program.
Individual Students: See our step-by-step registration guide.
Before registering, please read our International Refunds and Transfers policy.
Admission Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be confident learning in an English classroom at the undergraduate level
- A minimum English language proficiency level of High Intermediate (IELTS academic 5.0) is recommended
- At least one year of degree program study is recommended
Course Credit
The University of Calgary does not grant credit for these programs.
Tuition includes
- Textbooks and other learning materials
- Use of UCalgary library and sports facilities
- Shared off-campus accommodation
- Socio-cultural activities
- Emergency health insurance
"My professors were very knowledgeable; they helped us to understand obscure technical terms and difficult subjects easily. I've earned a lot about energy, environment and related issues."
Canyu from China
"It was a special experience learning my major in English. It was difficult, but it has given me deeper understanding on the subject."
Zhen from China
