Program Overview

Overview of the Masters of Engineering Program

The Masters of Engineering program at the University of Waterloo is a professional master's course work in engineering. The program requires a background in a relevant four-year Honours Bachelor's degree or equivalent program, with a standing of 75% or higher either in the last two years or overall, depending on the chosen department.

Admission Requirements

The admission requirements for the Masters of Engineering program include:

• A minimum overall score of 75% in an Honours Bachelor’s degree or equivalent program
• Transcripts
• Program-Specific Questions (PSQ)
• Résumé
• References
• English Language Proficiency (ELP) testing scores (if required)
• Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) scores (if required)

Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for the Masters of Engineering program are:

• June 1 (for September admission)
• October 1 (for January admission)
• February 1 (for May admission)

Application Process

The application process for the Masters of Engineering program involves the following steps:

1. Prepare your documents, including digital copies of your transcript and degree certificate documents, résumé, reference information, and Program-Specific Questions (PSQ)
2. Complete your Graduate Studies Application, including creating an application account, uploading your transcripts, reference information, and other documents, and paying the $150.00 CAD non-refundable application fee
3. Upload your supporting documents, including transcripts, PSQ, information about your referees, and ELP/GRE test scores

Program Details

The Masters of Engineering program is a coursework degree that does not require a supervisor. The program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in their chosen field of engineering. The program includes a range of courses and research opportunities, and students can choose from a variety of specializations and options.

Exemptions

Exemptions do not apply to the MEng program requirements.

Funding and Tuition

Information on funding and tuition for the Masters of Engineering program is available through the University of Waterloo's website.

Research Areas

The University of Waterloo's Faculty of Engineering is involved in a range of research areas, including:

• Chemical Engineering
• Civil and Environmental Engineering
• Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering
• Systems Design Engineering
• Management Science and Engineering

Program-Specific Questions (PSQ)

The Program-Specific Questions (PSQ) for the Masters of Engineering program vary by department, but typically include questions about why you want to enrol and your experience in that field. Some departments or programs may prefer your answers to include a personal statement, letter of intent, or statement of interest. The maximum word count for the PSQ is 500 words.

References

At least one of your two reference letters must come from an academic referee in most departments. This is somebody who has taught you in a course, or supervised your research, and can attest to your academic performance and aptitude for graduate-level studies.