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The Master of Applied Science (MASc) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs focus on original engineering research. You’ll benefit from some of Canada’s largest and best-equipped facilities, including the Giga-to-Nanoelectronics Centre, High Voltage Engineering Lab, and an anechoic chamber.
Professor Chaudhuri, Co-Director for the Centre for Intelligent Antenna and Radio Systems explains how a world-class facility at Waterloo is designed to completely absorb reflections of sound and electromagnetic wave. Watch more videos about Waterloo Engineering research.The Master of Engineering (MEng) program will specialize your knowledge, with courses that focus on theoretical information, as well as analysis and design skills for industrial systems. You also have the option to pursue one of four Graduate Diplomas as part of your MEng program.
The Master of Engineering (MEng) and Graduate Diploma (GDip) programs in Electric Power Engineering provide state-of-the-art training, skill development, and education for power engineering personnel. This online program is an initiative from Waterloo's Power and Energy Systems Group, and receives support from Hydro One Networks Inc.
Master of Applied Science (MASc)
Program details
- 5 courses
- Original research
- Thesis
- 2 years (6 terms)
- Full-time and part-time study available
Admission requirements and documents
- Bachelor of Applied Science or equivalent degree (4 year)
- For applicants educated at a Canadian institution: 75% overall standing in the last two years or 75% overall standing.
- For applicants educated outside of Canada: 75% overall standing or equivalent. Refer to the international admission equivalencies web page.
- Transcripts
- Supplementary Information Form
- Résumé
- 2 references (at least 1 from an academic source)
-
English language proficiency (ELP) examination score
- Determine if you are exempt from submitting an ELP examination score
Graduate Records Examination (GRE) scores are not an application requirement for our graduate program, but can be submitted as part of your application package.
Application deadlines
There are no differences in the application deadlines based on status in Canada. All applicants have the same deadline whether they are international (study permit), Canadian, or a Permanent Resident of Canada.
|
Complete your application by |
Start date |
| October 1, 2017 | Spring (May) 2018 |
| February 1, 2018** | Fall (September) 2018 |
| June 1, 2018 | Winter (January) 2019 |
**If you complete your Fall 2018 application package by January 7, 2018, you will be given early consideration. We recommend that you submit your application form and pay the application fee by December 18, 2017 to ensure you receive your Waterloo ID Number and Quest access (for uploading your supporting documents) before the University of Waterloo closes for the holiday break in December.
The above deadlines are for a complete application package (all documents uploaded). We encourage you to begin your application at least two weeks prior to these deadlines so your referees have enough time to submit their references for you, and so you can upload your supporting documents on time.
Finding a supervisor
Every MASc applicant must be accepted as a candidate under the supervision of an Electrical and Computer Engineering faculty member in order to be recommended for admission. Applicants are not required to have a supervisor at the time of application.
Before submitting your application, we encourage you to spend time reviewing the profiles of our faculty members within your proposed area(s) of specialization to determine which faculty members are a good fit for your proposed research, and to familiarize yourself with their work.
When completing your application form, we recommend that you list the faculty members you are interested in having as a potential supervisor in the "Potential Supervisors" field on the application form. Electrical and Computer Engineering does not require you to communicate with a faculty member in order to list their name as a potential supervisor.
Once you have submitted a complete application package, contact potential academic supervisors conducting research in your area(s) of specialization. You are not limited to contacting only those you have listed on your application. It is your responsibility bring your performance and record to the attention of those faculty members under whom you would like to work.
Questions
Please request more information to receive additional information about the program.
For specific questions, e-mail the admissions coordinator at ecegradadmissions@uwaterloo.ca. If you have submitted an application, please remember to include your 8-digit Waterloo ID Number in all correspondence.
Apply now
Start your online application.
NOTE: The online application will be unavailable from October 4, 2017 to October 10, 2017 to accommodate a system upgrade.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Program details
- 4 courses
- Original research
- Thesis
- 4 years (12 terms)
- Full-time and part-time study available
Admission requirements and documents
- Master of Applied Science or equivalent research-based Master's degree
- 83% overall average in previous degree
- For degrees completed outside of Canada, refer to the international admission equivalencies web page.
- Transcripts
- Supplementary Information Form
- Résumé
- 3 references (at least 2 from academic sources)
-
English language proficiency (ELP) examination score
- Determine if you are exempt from submitting an ELP examination score
Graduate Records Examination (GRE) scores are not an application requirement for our graduate program, but can be submitted as part of your application package.
Application deadlines
There are no differences in the application deadlines based on status in Canada. All applicants have the same deadline whether they are international (study permit), Canadian, or a Permanent Resident of Canada.
|
Complete your application by |
Start date |
| October 1, 2017 | Spring (May) 2018 |
| February 1, 2018** | Fall (September) 2018 |
| June 1, 2018 | Winter (January) 2019 |
**If you complete your Fall 2018 application package by January 7, 2018, you will be given early consideration. We recommend that you submit your application form and pay the application fee by December 18, 2017 to ensure you receive your Waterloo ID Number and Quest access (for uploading your supporting documents) before the University of Waterloo closes for the holiday break in December.
The above deadlines are for a complete application package (all documents uploaded). We encourage you to begin your application at least two weeks prior to these deadlines so your referees have enough time to submit their references for you, and so you can upload your supporting documents on time.
Finding a supervisor
Every PhD applicant must be accepted as a candidate under the supervision of an Electrical and Computer Engineering faculty member in order to be recommended for admission. Applicants are not required to have a supervisor at the time of application.
Before submitting your application, we encourage you to spend time reviewing the profiles of our faculty members within your proposed area(s) of specialization to determine which faculty members are a good fit for your proposed research, and to familiarize yourself with their work.
When completing your application form, we recommend that you list the faculty members you are interested in having as a potential supervisor in the "Potential Supervisors" field on the application form. Electrical and Computer Engineering does not require you to communicate with a faculty member in order to list their name as a potential supervisor.
Once you have submitted a complete application package, contact potential academic supervisors conducting research in your area(s) of specialization. You are not limited to contacting only those you have listed on your application. It is your responsibility bring your performance and record to the attention of those faculty members under whom you would like to work.
Questions
Please request more information to receive additional information about the program.
For specific questions, e-mail the admissions coordinator at ecegradadmissions@uwaterloo.ca. If you have submitted an application, please remember to include your 8-digit Waterloo ID Number in all correspondence.
Apply now
Start your online application.
NOTE: The online application will be unavailable from October 4, 2017 to October 10, 2017 to accommodate a system upgrade.
Master of Engineering (MEng)
Program details
- 8 courses
- Full-time and part-time study available
- 1-2 years (3-6 terms)
MEng students do not receive financial assistance, and are expected to be entirely self-funded.
Admission requirements and documents
- Bachelor of Applied Science or equivalent degree (4 year)
- For applicants educated at a Canadian institution: 75% overall standing in the last two years or 75% overall standing.
- For applicants educated outside of Canada: 75% overall standing or equivalent. Refer to the international admission equivalencies web page.
- Transcripts
- Supplementary Information Form
- Résumé
- 2 references (at least 1 from an academic source)
-
English language proficiency (ELP) examination score
- Determine if you are exempt from submitting an ELP examination score
Graduate Records Examination (GRE) scores are not an application requirement for our graduate program, but can be submitted as part of your application package.
Application deadlines
There are no differences in the application deadlines based on status in Canada. All applicants have the same deadline whether they are international (study permit), Canadian, or a Permanent Resident of Canada.
|
Complete your application by |
Start date |
| October 1, 2017 | Spring (May) 2018 |
| February 1, 2018 | Fall (September) 2018 |
| June 1, 2018 | Winter (January) 2019 |
The above deadlines are for a complete application package (all documents uploaded). We encourage you to begin your application at least two weeks prior to these deadlines so your referees have enough time to submit their references for you, and so you can upload your supporting documents on time.
Questions
Please request more information to receive additional information about the program.
For specific questions, e-mail the admissions coordinator at ecemengadmissions@uwaterloo.ca. If you have submitted an application, please remember to include your 8-digit Waterloo ID Number in all correspondence.
Apply now
Start your online application.
NOTE: The online application will be unavailable from October 4, 2017 to October 10, 2017 to accommodate a system upgrade.
Master of Engineering (MEng) - Electric Power Engineering
Program details
- 9 courses
- Online
- Part-time study
- 3 years (9 terms)
MEng students do not receive financial assistance, and are expected to be entirely self-funded.
Admission requirements and documents
- Bachelor of Applied Science or equivalent degree (4 year)
- For applicants educated at a Canadian institution: 75% overall standing in the last two years or 75% overall standing.
- For applicants educated outside of Canada: 75% overall standing or equivalent. Refer to the international admission equivalencies web page.
- Transcripts
- Supplementary Information Form
- Résumé
- 2 references (at least 1 from an academic source)
-
English language proficiency (ELP) examination score
- Determine if you are exempt from submitting an ELP examination score
Graduate Records Examination (GRE) scores are not an application requirement for our graduate program, but can be submitted as part of your application package.
Application deadlines
There are no differences in the application deadlines based on status in Canada. All applicants have the same deadline whether they are international (study permit), Canadian, or a Permanent Resident of Canada.
|
Complete your application by |
Start date |
| October 1, 2017 | Spring (May) 2018 |
| February 1, 2018 | Fall (September) 2018 |
| June 1, 2018 | Winter (January) 2019 |
The above deadlines are for a complete application package (all documents uploaded). We encourage you to begin your application at least two weeks prior to these deadlines so your referees have enough time to submit their references for you, and so you can upload your supporting documents on time.
Questions
Please request more information to receive additional information about the program.
For specific questions, e-mail the admissions coordinator at ecemengadmissions@uwaterloo.ca. If you have submitted an application, please remember to include your 8-digit Waterloo ID Number in all correspondence.
Apply now
Start your online application.
NOTE: The online application will be unavailable from October 4, 2017 to October 10, 2017 to accommodate a system upgrade.
Graduate Diploma (GDip) - Electric Power Engineering
Program details
- 6 courses
- Online
- Part-time study
- 2 years (6 terms)
Graduate Diploma students do not receive financial assistance, and are expected to be entirely self-funded.
Admission requirements and documents
- Bachelor of Applied Science or equivalent degree (4 year)
- For applicants educated at a Canadian institution: 75% overall standing in the last two years or 75% overall standing.
- For applicants educated outside of Canada: 75% overall standing or equivalent. Refer to the international admission equivalencies web page.
- Transcripts
- Supplementary Information Form
- Résumé
- 2 references (at least 1 from an academic source)
-
English language proficiency (ELP) examination score
- Determine if you are exempt from submitting an ELP examination score
Graduate Records Examination (GRE) scores are not an application requirement for our graduate program, but can be submitted as part of your application package.
Application deadlines
There are no differences in the application deadlines based on status in Canada. All applicants have the same deadline whether they are international (study permit), Canadian, or a Permanent Resident of Canada.
|
Complete your application by |
Start date |
| October 1, 2017 | Spring (May) 2018 |
| February 1, 2018 | Fall (September) 2018 |
| June 1, 2018 | Winter (January) 2019 |
The above deadlines are for a complete application package (all documents uploaded). We encourage you to begin your application at least two weeks prior to these deadlines so your referees have enough time to submit their references for you, and so you can upload your supporting documents on time.
Questions
Please request more information to receive additional information about the program.
For specific questions, e-mail an admissions coordinator at ecemengadmissions@uwaterloo.ca. If you have submitted an application, please remember to include your 8-digit Waterloo ID Number in all correspondence.
Apply now
Start your online application.
NOTE: The online application will be unavailable from October 4, 2017 to October 10, 2017 to accommodate a system upgrade.
Certificate of Completion (Non-Degree) - Electric Power Engineering
The Electrical and Computer Engineering department offers Certificates of Completion upon the successful completion of a course in the Electric Power Engineering program.
Program details
- 1 course
- Online
- Part-time study
- 4 months (1 term)
Certificate of Completion (non-degree) students do not receive financial assistance, and are expected to be entirely self-funded.
Admission requirements and documents
- Bachelor of Applied Science or equivalent degree (4 year)
- For applicants educated at a Canadian institution: 75% overall standing in the last two years or 75% overall standing.
- For applicants educated outside of Canada: 75% overall standing or equivalent. Refer to the international admission equivalencies web page.
- Transcripts
- Supplementary Information Form
- 2 references (at least 1 from an academic source)
-
English language proficiency (ELP) examination score
- Determine if you are exempt from submitting an ELP examination score
Graduate Records Examination (GRE) scores are not an application requirement for our graduate program, but can be submitted as part of your application package.
Application deadlines
There are no differences in the application deadlines based on status in Canada. All applicants have the same deadline whether they are international (study permit), Canadian, or a Permanent Resident of Canada.
|
Complete your application by |
Start date |
| October 1, 2017 | Spring (May) 2018 |
| February 1, 2018 | Fall (September) 2018 |
| June 1, 2018 | Winter (January) 2019 |
The above deadlines are for a complete application package (all documents uploaded). We encourage you to begin your application at least two weeks prior to these deadlines so your referees have enough time to submit their references for you, and so you can upload your supporting documents on time.
Questions
Please request more information to receive additional information about the program.
For specific questions, e-mail the admissions coordinator at ecemengadmissions@uwaterloo.ca. If you have submitted an application, please remember to include your 8-digit Waterloo ID Number in all correspondence.
Apply now
Start your online application.
NOTE: The online application will be unavailable from October 4, 2017 to October 10, 2017 to accommodate a system upgrade.
