Earning a professional degree in Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering (MME) at the University of Waterloo gives you the practical and advanced skills to drive your career forward while tackling the challenges of today and tomorrow. Taught and developed by world-renowned faculty members and supported by state-of-the-art tools and facilities, you'll be learning from the best, and surrounded by Waterloo's thriving tech ecosystem.
Full-time students can gain valuable experience before graduating by enrolling in the co-op stream and making the most of Canada’s top co-op program and the largest co-op program worldwide, helping you build strong industry connections.
Choose from two dynamic, course-based degrees within the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering that are designed to fast-track your career in mechanical, mechatronics, or health technologies.
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Master of Engineering in Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering
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Collaborative Master of Engineering in Health Technologies
Master of Engineering (MEng) in Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering
Increase your expertise in mechanical and mechatronics engineering by learning from internationally recognized faculty and leveraging Waterloo's state-of-the-art facilities.
Flexible study options:
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Complete your degree in just 16 months through full-time studies or opt for the part-time option to balance your studies and career.
Customize your degree:
Shape your MEng degree to match your interests by adding a specialization in one of the following areas:
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Building Systems
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Sustainable Energy
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Materials and Advanced Manufacturing
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Mechatronic Systems
PLUS: The option to earn a graduate diploma (G. Dip) in Fire Safety
Co-op option:
- Complete a 4- or 8-month paid co-op to gain hands-on experience in the industry, apply classroom learning to real situations, and build meaningful professional connections.
Master of Engineering (MEng) in Health Technologies – with mechanical and mechatronics engineering applications
Get ready to transform the future of health care with a course-based program that gives you the skills to tackle some of the biggest challenges in health care by combining medical innovation and engineering:
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Medical device development
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Artificial intelligence
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Regulatory compliance
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Wearable technology
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Digital health solutions
Full-time only:
You can complete this program in 20 to 24 months, including work terms.
Co-op:
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Apply your classroom knowledge to real-world experiences with two required paid co-op terms. These experiences help you gain hands-on skills and connect with professionals in your field.
Career focus:
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Build your degree by selecting courses that emphasize mechanical and mechatronics engineering.
Career outcomes
- Senior Prototype Engineer
- Senior Sustainability Analyst
- Software Engineer in Health Systems
- Diagnostic Imaging Systems Engineer
- Wearable Technology Developer
- Medical Device Development
- Industrial Robotics Programmer
- Product Manager for Digital Health
- Technical Project Lead
- Fire Protection Consultant
I saw first-hand how concepts learnt straight from the class can convert into fruitful outcomes and accomplishments in one’s career.
