Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering - Master of Applied Science (MASc)

Engineering 7

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

Become a skilled problem solver, leader and innovator able to create mechanical systems and electro-mechanical designs that impact industries and improve the world with the Master of Applied Science in Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering program.  

Whether you’re working towards a career in academia or upgrading your skills for new job opportunities, you’ll benefit from the breadth and depth of knowledge of our faculty members and will be prepared for a rewarding career that will make the world a better place. MME graduates have pursued careers in automation, automotive, aerospace, forensics and more.  


Our co-location with the departments of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Systems Design Engineering, and the world-class Student Design Centre promotes extensive collaboration between the three departments for the purposes of teaching, research, and providing support to our many student design teams.


Research and degree options

  •     Automation and Controls
  •     Fluid Mechanics
  •     Materials Engineering and Processing
  •     Solid-Body Mechanics and Mechanical Design
  •     Thermal Engineering

Program overview

Department/School: Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
Admit term(s): Fall (September - December), Winter (January - April), Spring (May - August)
Delivery mode: On-campus
Program type: Master's, Research
Length of program: 24 months (full-time)
Registration option(s): Full-time, Part-time
Study option(s): Thesis

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)*

*Note: Completed applications, including all supporting documentation must be submitted on or before the posted application deadline. If you will not be able to meet the posted deadline, please consider applying to a later term.

Key contacts

Christian Meele

I’m interested in continuing research into creating new wearable sensor platforms for individuals to ensure that safety is available to everyone, including those who cannot verbalize or advocate for themselves in the same way able-bodied people can. I’m hoping that my graduate degree will help me either connect with people who are like-minded or offer me the opportunity to pursue a PhD with individuals who are interested in researching similar fields.

Christian Mele, Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering, MASc

Supervisors

Admission requirements

  • The Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics 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
  • 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