Systems Design Engineering - Master of Applied Science (MASc)

University of Waterloo

Canada, Waterloo

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University of Waterloo

Canada , Waterloo

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Research

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJanuary-2026

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Duration 24 month(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 7,696 / per term

Next Intake January-2026

Systems Design Engineering - Master of Applied Science (MASc)

About

Expand your engineering knowledge through advanced study and research with the Master of Applied Science in Systems Design Engineering.

You’ll take an innovative and interdisciplinary approach to exploring solutions to engineering problems at the cutting edge of technology and design, preparing you to pursue or advance your career in academia, industry, entrepreneurship, and beyond.

Choose your path of nimble generalist or get in-depth knowledge by pursuing up to two of our eight specialized graduate research fields. Experience our first-rate faculty, education, and research facilities.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

A 4-year honours bachelor’s degree in engineering or a Honours Bachelor of Applied Science (or equivalent) that includes the following courses or equivalent:
- Calculus II (SYDE 112)
- Matrices and Linear Systems (SYDE 114)
And one of the following two courses or equivalent:
- Probability and Statistics (SYDE 212)
- Calculus 3 (SYDE 211)
At least an overall 75% (or equivalent) standing from a recognized university.
For applicants whose previous degree was completed in Canada, a 75% overall standing in the last two years, or equivalent (at the sole discretion of the University of Waterloo, in all cases), in a four-year honours bachelor's degree or Honours Bachelor of Applied Science is the minimum requirement for admission to a master's program.
Due to the variable nature of international credentials, for applicants whose previous degree was completed outside of Canada, a 75% overall standing in a four-year honours bachelor's degree or Honour’s Bachelor of Applied Science is the minimum requirement for admission.

Review the degree requirements on the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar, including the courses that you can anticipate taking as part of completing the degree.
Check out Waterloo's institutional thesis repository - UWspace to see recent submissions from the Department of Systems Design Engineering graduate students.