Welcome to Systems Design Engineering at the University of Waterloo
The Department of Systems Design Engineering is a globally unique interdisciplinary department with flexible and innovative programs dedicated to the study of complex systems and their design.
Our undergraduate and graduate programs blend engineering, mathematics, and social sciences to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to tackle today's and tomorrow's most pressing challenges.
Our Systems Design Engineering program teaches students to create innovative solutions to complex problems by thinking holistically. Learn to consider interactions between various system components, work on design projects, and apply design thinking methodologies to real-world challenges.
Our Biomedical Engineering program provides students with the opportunity to create biomechanic and biomedical devices while relating them to biology and physiology to improve quality of life. Learn to develop tools for medical diagnosis, treatment, and prevention utilizing an engineering systems approach.
News
From Lab to Lecture: A SYDE Graduate Student’s Innovative Research and Teaching Excellence
Meet Yasser Shama, a Systems Design Engineering PhD student whose innovative research in micro inertial sensors and teaching excellence have earned him recognition and awards.
BME undergraduate student received Honorable Mention for Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher Award
Biomedical Engineering student, Saad Hossain, has received an Honorable Mention in the Computing Research Association (CRA) Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher Award (URA).
Advancing human performance in transportation systems: A SYDE graduate’s research journey
SYDE PhD student is pushing the boundaries of evaluating human performance and situation awareness in transportation and aviation systems.
Events
Start up culture and the life of an entrepreneur
Join us for a special talk with Eric Migicovsky, co-founder of Beeper, to discuss his career and work as an entrepreneur.
Home to Centre for Society, Technology and Values
The Centre for Society, Technology and Values (CSTV) is a uniquely UWaterloo interdisciplinary centre that sets out to explain and examine social aspects of technology and technological change.