Systems Design Engineering (Aeronautics) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)

Engineering 7

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

Expand your engineering knowledge through advanced study and research while tackling challenges facing the future of aviation, aerospace and space with the Master of Applied Science in Systems Design Engineering Collaborative Aeronautics program

This is accomplished by exposing students to psychological theory and methods through coursework, as well as providing students with hands-on opportunities to conduct research and consulting projects in collaboration with faculty. In short, our goal is to develop exceptional researchers and practitioners who can make a difference to organizations, to workers, and to the I-O field broadly.

You’ll take an innovative and interdisciplinary approach to exploring solutions to engineering problems at the cutting edge of technology and design while completing aeronautical training with Collaborative Aeronautics Program students from other fields, strengthening your interdisciplinary skills to apply your research towards impactful solutions. 

At the end of the program, you’ll be prepared to pursue or advance your career in academia, industry, entrepreneurship, and beyond. 

Program overview

Department/School: Systems Design Engineering
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
Admit term(s): Fall (September - December), Winter (January - April), Spring (May - August)
Delivery mode: On-campus
Program type: Collaborative, 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)

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Admission requirements

  • A 4-year Honours Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a Honours Bachelor of Applied Science (or equivalent) that includes the following courses or equivalent:
    • Calculus II (SYDE 112)
    • Matrices and Linear Systems (SYDE 114)
  • And one of the following two courses or equivalent:
    • Probability and Statistics (SYDE 212)
    • Calculus 3 (SYDE 211)
  • At least an overall 75% (or equivalent) standing from a recognized university.
  • For applicants whose previous degree was completed in Canada, a 75% overall standing in the last two years, or equivalent (at the sole discretion of the University of Waterloo, in all cases), in a four-year Honours Bachelor's degree or Honours Bachelor of Applied Science is the minimum requirement for admission to a Master's program.
  • Due to the variable nature of international credentials, for applicants whose previous degree was completed outside of Canada, a 75% overall standing in a four-year Honours Bachelor's degree or Honour’s Bachelor of Applied Science is the minimum requirement for admission.

Degree requirements

Application materials

  • Resume
  • Supplementary information form (SIF)
    • The SIF contains questions specific to your program, typically about why you want to enroll 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 academic references are required. Applicants who completed their degree five or more years before the application date may submit 1 academic and 1 professional reference
  • 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