Electrical and Computer Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng)

Engineering 7

Engineering 7 (E7) Building on Waterloo's East Campus.

Are you a recent graduate or seasoned professional looking to enhance your career potential and build on your passions in engineering? 

The Master of Engineering Co-op program is coursework-based and will provide you with advanced professional training through coursework and an optional research-based project while giving you the real-world hands-on experience you need to advance your career and give you a competitive edge in the job market. 

Electrical and Computer Engineering is at the core of almost everything – you’ll explore creative solutions for the needs of society spanning from communications to energy and technology, preparing you to pursue or advance your career in academia, industry, entrepreneurship, and beyond. 

The program is self-funded and doesn’t require a supervisor. You can also opt for a specialization to enhance your area of career interest with eight different specializations to choose from. 

Program highlights

  • Build your network of professional contacts by getting to know your classmates – many of whom are successful early- and mid-career professionals from around the world.  

  • Real-world hands-on experience with paid co-op placements to give you a competitive edge.  

  • Professional development opportunities to enhance your employability. 

Specialization options

  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Business Leadership
  • Computer Networking and Security
  • Nanoelectronic Circuits and Systems
  • Nanoelectronic Devices and Materials
  • Software
  • Sustainable Energy

Program overview

Department/School: Electrical and Computer Engineering
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
Admit term(s): Fall (September - December), Winter (January - April), Spring (May - August)
Delivery mode: On-campus
Program type: Co-operative, Master's, Professional
Length of program: 20 months (full-time)
Registration option(s): Full-time
Study option(s): Coursework

Application deadlines

  • February 1 (for admission in September)
  • June 1 (for admission in January of the following year)
  • October 1 (for admission in May of the following year)

Key contacts

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Admission requirements

  • The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering requires either (i) a 75% overall standing in the last two years, or equivalent, in a relevant four-year Honours Bachelor's degree or equivalent or (ii) a 75% overall standing or equivalent, in a relevant four-year Honours Bachelor's degree or equivalent, as the minimum requirement for admission to a Master's program for applicants educated at a Canadian institution. A 75% overall standing or equivalent, in a relevant four-year Honours Bachelor's degree or equivalent is the minimum requirement for admission to a Master's program for applicants educated outside of Canada

Degree requirements

Review the degree requirements in the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar, including the courses that you can anticipate taking as part of completing the degree

Application materials

  • Resume

  • Supplementary information form (SIF)
    • The SIF contains questions specific to your program, typically about why you want to enrol and your experience in that field. Review the application documents web page for more information about this requirement
    • If a statement or letter is required by your program, review the writing your personal statement resources for helpful tips and tricks on completion

  • Transcript(s)

  • References
    • Two references are required; at least one from academic sources 
  • Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
    • TOEFL 80 (writing 22, speaking 20, reading 20, listening 18), IELTS 6.5 (writing 6.0, speaking 6.0)

Tuition and fees