You can choose between research-based or course-based master's program or maybe you are ready for a doctoral program. Each department offers a range of programs to get you on your future career track!
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Research-based
A Master of Applied Science (MASc) degree is ideal for recent graduates or professionals seeking to expand their biomedical engineering knowledge through advanced study and research in a major field.
A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree is ideal for students pursuing a career in fundamental or applied research in academic, government, or corporate environments.
In addition to the guaranteed minimum funding provided, students may be eligible for Teaching Assistantships within the department along with other scholarships and awards.
Supervisors must be from the list of approved BME Grad Faculty. While finding a supervisor is not required before applying to research programs, applicants must secure a supervisor to receive an offer of admission to research programs. Students cannot receive an offer of admission if a supervisor does not accept them.
Visit the Future Students page to find full description of programs and admission information.
Doctoral (PhD)
The full-time PhD program is completed in 12 terms for entry from a master’s degree.
Information about program time limits can be found here
Master of Applied Science (MASc)
The full-time MASc program is completed in 6 terms.
Information about program time limits can be found here.
Engineering undergraduate students at the University of Waterloo have the option to enrol in the Accelerated Master’s program to accomplish some of the work required to earn a MASc degree while completing their undergraduate program requirements.
Admission Requirements
Early Transfer Applicants:
Please work with your supervisor on the application to include:
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A supervisor identified as BME Grad faculty
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co-supervisor is not required
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A plan to complete required BME Grad courses
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may be core course(s) or field specific course(s)
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Biomedical Engineering related thesis proposal or updated equivalent document
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A plan to achieve PACE Module milestone or file an equivalent portfolio
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Must have an overall average of at least 80%
New Applicants:
Find the BME graduate admission requirements on the Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs (GSPA) Academic Calendar and begin to prepare application documents with enough time by the deadline date.
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Program Start |
Complete your application by |
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Fall term – September |
February 1 |
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Winter term – January |
June 1 |
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Spring term – May |
October 1 |
Admission is reliant on the applicant finding a suitable supervisor. A supervisor is not required at the point of application, so students can apply and upload all materials before finalizing their supervisor. However, it is advisable for applicants to begin speaking with prospective supervisors prior to applying, as the process can take some time. Faculty members in Biomedical Engineering can be found on the Research Areas page. Follow the steps and advice about how to find a supervisor.
Fees, Scholarships and Awards
Budgeting is ones of the most important factors when it comes to planning your graduate studies. Find out about tuition and budget, and the CHE funding and scholarship opportunities.
Research-based students have minimum guaranteed funding. Course-based students are expected to be self-funded.
Visit the Funding, Scholarships and Awards page with full description and details.