Master of Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering

Summary

• Degree offered: Master of Engineering (MEng)
• Registration status options: Full-time; Part-time
• Language of instruction: English
• Program options (expected duration of the program):
  • within two years of full-time study
• For immigration purposes, the summer term (May to August) for this program is considered a regularly scheduled break approved by the University. Students should resume full-time studies in September.
• Academic units: Faculty of Engineering, School of Electrical and Computer Science, Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Electrical and Computer Engineering

Program Description

Ottawa-Carleton Joint Program

Established in 1983, the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Electrical and Computer Engineering (OCIECE) combines the research strengths of the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at the University of Ottawa and the departments of Electronics and of Systems and Computer Engineering at Carleton University.

The Institute offers graduate programs leading to the degrees of Master of Applied Science (MASc), Master of Engineering (MEng) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical and Computer Engineering.

Main Areas of Research

• Computer communications, multimedia and distributed systems
• Computer-aided design for electronic circuit
• Computer and software engineering
• Digital and wireless communications
• Microwave and electromagnetics
• Signal, speech and image processing
• Integrated circuits and devices
• Systems and machine intelligence
• Photonics systems
• Biomedical engineering

Other Programs Offered Within the Same Discipline or in a Related Area

• Master of Applied Science Electrical and Computer Engineering (MASc)
• Master of Applied Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Specialization in Science, Society and Policy (MASc)
• Doctorate in Philosophy Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD)

Fees and Funding

• Program fees

The estimated amount for university fees associated with this program are available under the section Finance your studies.

International students enrolled in a French-language program of study may be eligible for a differential tuition fee exemption.

• To learn about possibilities for financing your graduate studies, consult the Awards and financial support section.

Notes

• Programs are governed by the general regulations in effect for graduate studies and by the general regulations of the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Electrical and Computer Engineering (OCIECE).
• In accordance with the University of Ottawa regulation, students have the right to complete their assignments, examinations, research papers, and theses in French or in English.

Program Contact Information

Graduate Studies Office, Faculty of Engineering
STE 1024
800 King Edward Ave.
Ottawa ON Canada
K1N 6N5

Tel.: 613-562-5347
Fax.: 613-562-5129
Email: engineering.grad@uottawa.ca

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For the most accurate and up to date information on application deadlines, language tests and other admission requirements, please visit the specific requirements webpage.

To be eligible, candidates must:

• Have a bachelor’s degree with a specialization, or a major in electrical and computer engineering (or equivalent) with a minimum average of 70% (B).

Note: International candidates must check the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin.

Language Requirements

Applicants must be able to understand and fluently speak the language of instruction (French or English) in the program to which they are applying. Proof of linguistic proficiency may be required.

Applicants whose first language is neither French nor English must provide proof of proficiency in the language of instruction.

Note: Candidates are responsible for any fees associated with the language tests.

Notes

• Research facilities are shared between the two campuses. Students have access to the professors, courses and facilities at both universities; however, the choice of research supervisor will determine the primary campus location of the student. It will also determine which university awards the degree.
• The admission requirements listed above are minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission to the program.
• Admissions are governed by the general regulations in effect for graduate studies and by the general regulations of the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Electrical and Computer Engineering (OCIECE).

Applying to the CO-OP Option

In order to apply to the CO-OP option, you must first be admitted to a program that offers co-op.

Your application must be submitted by the end of the first month of enrollment in your primary program, i.e., by the end of September.

Admission to the co-op option occurs on a competitive basis and is managed by the CO-OP Office. Enquiries should be directed to that office. 

To be admitted to the CO-OP option, you must:

• Be enrolled as a full-time student in the Master of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering program. 
• Have and maintain a minimum CGPA of 7.0 (B+ or 75%) in courses taken at the University of Ottawa. 
• Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident or an international student (authorization or diplomat)
• Pay the required co-op fees. 

• Apply online through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC), by completing form 105.
• Declare all your current and previous postsecondary studies, completed or not, even if they are not related to your application. Failure to do so may lead to the cancellation of your application or the withdrawal of your offer of admission at any time.
• Enter your email address, making sure it is accurate. We will use this address to communicate with you for all matters. Also, check your inbox (and junk mail folder) regularly for messages from the University of Ottawa.
• Pay the application fees for all your admission applications. Applications are forwarded to the University of Ottawa only after fees are paid in full and the payment has cleared. Learn more about application fees.
• Note that OUAC is not part of the University of Ottawa. It handles applications to all Ontario universities and is responsible for transferring your application to our admission office.