Undergraduate
Waterloo Engineering remains the destination of choice for the next generation of global leaders. For our undergraduate students, we will expand exposure to cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a deeper understanding of the connection between technology and society
PRIORITY A
CONNECT STUDENTS TO RESEARCH
> Develop high-impact learning activities related to research for the classroom
> Connect high-potential senior students to research opportunities
> Expose first-year students to research at Waterloo
> Build pathways and incentives for undergraduate students to pursue a graduate degree
PRIORITY B
ENRICH STUDENT’S ACADEMIC LIFE
> Rightsize and regularly refresh our curriculum to provide students with more flexibility and choice
> Increase opportunities for students to have a global experience
> Expand opportunities to participate in interdisciplinary design and capstone teams that connect to generational challenges
PRIORITY C
IMPROVE CO-OP EXPERIENCES
> Improve the student co-op experience from application to graduation and beyond
> Increase co-op employment in the not-for-profit and public services sectors
> Increase opportunities for return co-op employment, including longer work terms