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PGDip in DESS in Mechanical Engineering

PGDip in DESS in Mechanical Engineering

Montréal, Quebec, Canada

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École de Technologie Supérieure offers PGDip in DESS in Mechanical Engineering, a postgraduate diploma in Mechanical Engineering programme in Montréal, Canada. The programme runs for 1 year. Tuition for international students is CAD 1,002 per credit.

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Degree: Postgraduate Diploma

Field: Mechanical Engineering

Duration: 1 year

International tuition: CAD 1,002 / credit

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: etsmtl.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This Diploma of Graduate Studies (DESS) in Mechanical Engineering is a 30-credit second-cycle program at ÉTS Montréal for engineers and professionals seeking advanced knowledge in mechanical engineering. Full-time completion normally takes four sessions (five maximum); part-time completion takes eight sessions (ten maximum), and the program is offered in both study regimes. Courses are offered during the day, evening, and in some intensive formats. Admission cycles run in Fall, Winter, and Summer, with earlier deadlines for international applicants. Instruction is in French. Applicants typically hold a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field before entering. The DESS provides applied graduate-level training in mechanical engineering and technology transfer for professionals who want to deepen specialized expertise without enrolling in a full master's program, functioning as a standalone graduate credential in the field and as a base for further study.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.3

Admission Requirements: Admission requires a bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in mechanical engineering or a related field, with a minimum cumulative average of 3.0/4.3, or equivalent knowledge and relevant experience. Candidates must demonstrate sufficient knowledge of French per ÉTS's language policy; English reading proficiency is strongly recommended given the program's extensive English-language materials.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall, Winter and Summer

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 Mechanical Engineering award?

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

How long does PGDip in DESS in Mechanical Engineering take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does PGDip in DESS in Mechanical Engineering cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 1,002 per credit.

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