The Master of Applied Science (MASc) may be pursued with full-time or part-time attendance. Admission and degree requirements are outlined below.
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements for students admitted to the Master of Applied Science (MASc) program are as follows:
Students who do not meet the requirements outlined above may be considered for admission to a probationary program depending on their academic background. The admission requirements are at least a B+ standing (78%) in their last year of study or at least 3 years work experience with an overall average in their Bachelor's degree of B- (70%).
Admission deadlines
The deadlines to submit a complete application for Canadian students, are:
- March 1st for Spring term
- July 1st for Fall term
- November 1st for Winter term
The deadlines to submit a complete application for International and Permanent residents, are:
- January 6th for Spring term
- May 1st for Fall term
- September 1st for Winter term
Degree Requirements
Degree requirements for the Master of Applied Science (MASc) are:
- Four one-term courses (0.5 unit weight) (500, 600 or 700 series) acceptable for graduate credit by the Department with an overall average of at least 70%.
- Only one (1) 500 level course may be counted for credit.
- The candidate is required to present a seminar on the thesis topic.
- Submission and acceptance of a thesis embodying the results of the candidate's research. (The thesis is supervised by a faculty advisor, examined by a committee including two or more other members, and placed on display in the Faculty of Engineering Graduate Office).
- Required to attend 10 Seminars within your program time limit. (Master’s Seminar, PhD Comprehensive or Defense or External Seminar).