OpenFieldWaterloo Master of Applied Science (MASc) in Electrical & Computer Engineering
Research-intensive Master of Applied Science program focusing on wireless communications, robotics, nanophotonics, embedded systems, and power engineering.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related discipline with minimum 78% average.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.0 overall (6.5 in all bands) or TOEFL iBT 90.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Optional for applicants with North American degrees.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Undergraduate capstone project or laboratory research experience.
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Guaranteed minimum financial support package of CAD $23,000/year for 2 years
- Application fee
- CAD $125 graduate application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Supported by research assistantships and departmental awards.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 1, 2027 (Fall admission deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Waterloo documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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