Ranked among the top 50 engineering schools worldwide, Waterloo Engineering is committed to leading engineering education and research.
We are the largest engineering school in Canada, with over 10,900 students enrolled in 2023. In 2023/24, external research funding from Canadian and international partners exceeded $79.3 million, a strong indication of our extensive industry partnerships and the excellence of our engineering research programs.
News
Researchers awarded $2.5M to advance the circular economy
An interdisciplinary team of researchers from the University of Waterloo's Faculties of Engineering and Science have received $2.5 million in federal funding to develop new ways to convert waste materials into valuable commodities.
Led by Dr. Christian Euler, a professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering, the team is reimagining how plastics, carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and agricultural residues can be transformed into biodegradable bioplastics or useful chemical products.
Building a sustainable Faculty community
Murray Zink was an Instructional Support Coordinator at the University of Waterloo for over 15 years. Now retired, he continues to be a driving force behind local repair culture and sustainability initiatives.
Researchers develop VR system to check buildings
A Waterloo Engineering research team is using augmented/virtual reality (AR/VR) to better understand — and maintain — the condition of Canada's critical infrastructure.
Dr. Chul Min Yeum, a professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, and his colleagues have developed a system called the Smart Infrastructure Metaverse that uses AR/VR to allow on-site and off-site inspectors to interact in real-time as they view the real structure and a 3D scanned replica model simultaneously.
Events
Further Education Fair
Are you looking into pursuing future studies but not sure where to start? The Further Education Fair is the perfect opportunity for you! On October 10th, you will be able to speak with representatives about programs and schools you're interested in. Talk to over 70+ representatives from teaching, law, MBA, engineering, health, pharmacy, optometry, veterinary medicine, social work, college post-degree/certificate programs in Canada and abroad.
Biomedical Stakeholder Café – Event for Capstone Teams
The Biomedical Stakeholder Café will be running again this fall to support
capstone teams with a health care problem space hosted by Dr. Kate Mercer and
Dr. Jennifer Howcroft.
National Coming Out Day
Join Us for National Coming Out Day!
On October 11 from 11am–1pm, we will celebrate National Coming Out Day—a vital occasion to uplift and support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Mark your calendars! We’ll be hosting a booth in the E7 first-floor atrium where you can access resources, seek support, enjoy a treat, and capture memories in our fun photo booth.
Let’s stand together to create a welcoming environment where all 2SLGBTQIA+ members feel accepted and celebrated for who they are. We can’t wait to see you there!