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PGDip in DESS in BIM and Digital Innovations

École de Technologie Supérieure

Montréal, Quebec, Canada

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PGDip in DESS in BIM and Digital Innovations at École de Technologie Supérieure in Montréal, Canada is a postgraduate diploma in Liberal Arts programme. The programme runs for 1 year. Tuition for international students is CAD 1,002 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Postgraduate Diploma
Field: Liberal Arts
Duration: 1 year
Local tuition: CAD 104 / credit
International tuition: CAD 1,002 / credit

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Program details

Overview

The DESS (graduate diploma) in BIM and digital innovations, offered by École de Technologie Supérieure, prepares engineers and construction professionals to master building information modelling technology and lead digital innovation in the construction, real estate and building-operations sectors. The 30-credit programme includes two mandatory workshops, seven mandatory courses and three elective courses, covering topics such as digital fabrication, robotics and artificial intelligence alongside BIM implementation and change management. Full-time students typically complete the programme in four sessions, part-time students in eight, and instruction is offered during the day, in the evening and in some intensive formats. Admission takes place in the Fall and Winter terms. The programme is designed for holders of a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or a related field, and graduates may apply completed courses toward further master's-level study at ÉTS.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.3
Admission Requirements: Applicants need a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or a related field with a cumulative average of at least 3.0 on a 4.3 scale; those with an average between 2.8 and 3.0 may be admitted after review of their file. Applicants without this academic background may instead be admitted based on appropriate knowledge, training and relevant professional experience. All applicants must demonstrate sufficient proficiency in French under ÉTS's language policy; strong English reading ability is recommended given the volume of course material available only in English.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall and Winter

About École de Technologie Supérieure

“Le génie pour l'industrie”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1974
Students: 12,000
Programs: 84
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PGDip in DESS in BIM and Digital Innovations award?

École de Technologie Supérieure awards a Postgraduate Diploma in the field of Liberal Arts on completion of this programme.

How long does PGDip in DESS in BIM and Digital Innovations take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does PGDip in DESS in BIM and Digital Innovations cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 1,002 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

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