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Graduate programs

Explore our graduate programs

We partner with industry to advance research in electrical and software engineering. The technologies we develop connect the world. From emergency communications to banking, from life support to gaming - electrical and software engineers are advancing systems that facilitate the interconnectivity our society is increasingly relying on. The Internet of Things is all around us - let's connect, collect and analyze data, and innovate towards a better future.


Master of Science (thesis-based)

The MSc (Eng) is typically the first step toward a career in research. The program is designed to give students the foundation they need for the rigorous world of academic research. Students take courses in electrical and software engineering fundamentals and also produce and defend a thesis.

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Master of Engineering - Software (course-based)

The course-based MEng is a full-time cohort program, completed in either 8 months or 12 months, depending on the educational background of the student. It is one of the fastest graduate degree options.

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Master of Engineering (course-based)

This MEng in Electrical and Computer Engineering can be taken on a full- or part-time basis for two to six years. It's the ideal program for engineers who aspire to gain up-to-date knowledge and apply that to pivot their careers in a new direction. A purely course-based degree, the program prepares you to help your company find increasingly digitized engineering solutions. 

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Doctor of Philosophy

The PhD is a research-based degree that usually takes three years of full-time study following a master's degree or four years following a bachelor's degree. Students are expected to grow their skills as they produce a significant original contribution to fundamental engineering knowledge. This degree is generally a requirement for a career in academia or government/industrial research, or as a chief science officer in an organization.

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Graduate specializations

Software Engineering

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Medical Imaging

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Environmental Engineering

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Engineering, Energy and Environment

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Wearable Technology Interdisciplinary Specialization

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Graduate student resources

Discover all of the ways to fund your graduate education and ensure your own success.

Sources of funding

Explore our scholarships, learn about grad student funding and assistantships, and search a list of external awards. 

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International students

Read about our international student admission requirements, funding options and support resources. 

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Indigenous students

Explore a breakdown of Indigenous award opportunities, internal and external scholarships and grad student funding.

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Graduate admission enquiries

Department of Electrical and Software Engineering


Contact our graduate program administrator:
403.220.5806

MEng (course-based) enquiries

MEng Graduate Program


Contact our graduate advisor:
403.220.2001