Science or Technology Graduates

Before you begin the process of obtaining your engineering licence in Quebec, it’s essential to understand the requirements, including language, fees and the documents needed to evaluate your file.

• Language requirements: in Quebec, command of the French language is required by law for anyone wishing to practise engineering on a long-term basis. You must be able to demonstrate an adequate level of French proficiency.
• Degree equivalency: if you completed your engineering degree in another country, you must obtain equivalency for that degree. This means that the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec must recognize your diploma as equivalent to a Quebec diploma. Scroll down for a list of the required documents.
• Fees and processing times: check the fee schedule to determine applicable fees before making your payment. You’ll find this information on the current page or by contacting us directly. Please allow 12 to 16 weeks for your application to be processed. This may vary depending on the complexity of the application and the submission of all the required documents.
• Required documents: before submitting your application to the OIQ, make sure you have all required documents, in English or French. Avoid processing delays by ensuring your application is complete and accurate.

Although degrees in pure and applied sciences or technology provide a solid foundation, they do not automatically guarantee access to the engineering profession in Quebec. Each application is evaluated according to strict diploma and training equivalency criteria, in compliance with the Règlement sur les normes d’équivalence de diplôme et de formation.

Before submitting your application and paying admission fees, it’s worth knowing that certain training programs are generally refused by the Admission Committee:

• Diploma of College Studies (DSC) in Quebec
• Comparable studies in college or CEGEP (e.g. technical program, vocational license, advanced technical diploma)
• University degree in a field other than engineering, without master’s or doctoral studies in engineering
• Master’s degree in engineering project management
• Bachelor’s degree by accumulation of certificates
• Degrees in fields such as agronomy, architecture, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, geography, geology, geomatics, geotechnics, microbiology, physics, urban planning and environment.

1.1 World Education Services (WES) Course-by-Course evaluation – Diplomas obtained outside of Canada
For all university degrees obtained outside of Canada, you must request a WES-ICAP course-by-course evaluation report. Create an account on the WES website and select “Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec” as the recipient. It’s a good idea to begin here, as the evaluation process may take some time. Note that the MIFI comparative evaluation is not a substitute to the WES evaluation.

1.2 Course descriptions or syllabus – All diplomas
Make sure to obtain course descriptions for all your degrees (originals and translations, if applicable). The document must bear the university seal or be sent directly to the OIQ by the institution. It must be a detailed document, not a simple course outline and the description must correspond to the one in effect at the time the courses were taken. Beyond 5 years, you must provide proof that the content of the program has not changed since then.

1.3 Official transcripts – Diplomas obtained in Quebec or Canada
For diplomas earned in Quebec or elsewhere in Canada, ask your institution to send an official digital copy of your transcripts directly to the OIQ.

2.1 Birth certificate or passport. Driver’s licences and health insurance cards will not be accepted.

2.2 Your current resume or CV. This document will give us a better understanding of your academic and professional credentials.

2.3 ASP certification card (if applicable). The ASP card confirms you have received health and safety training.

2.4 Proof of proficiency in French (if available). Provide a document demonstrating that your knowledge of French is appropriate to the practice of the profession in Quebec.

3.1. Form: Concordance table for degrees obtained outside Canada

3.2. Form: Concordance table for degrees obtained in Canada

3.3. Form: Internship or thesis summary

These forms are currently offered in French. Fill out a form for each thesis, internship, dissertation, or final project completed during your university studies. Include the objectives, methodology used, and grade or academic distinction received. We may ask that your university certify the document at a later date.

3.4 Form: Type 5 Application Form

Once you havefilled all the forms and obtained all the required documents, please send your complete file in PDF format to [email protected].