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Materials Engineering

McMaster University
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #101
Tuition USD 16,761 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,008 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Hamilton, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Materials Engineering at McMaster University is a Master programme in Engineering over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Materials Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 16,761 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,008 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Hamilton, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Materials Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:

  1. Design Engineer
  2. R&D Engineer
  3. Project Engineer
  4. Systems Engineer
  5. Technical Consultant
  6. Engineering Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Nanotechnology
  2. nanomaterials
  3. energy and fuel cells
  4. automotive materials and corrosion
  5. steel and steelmaking
  6. recycling
  7. electrochemical technology
  8. biomaterials
  9. electronic materials
  10. computational modelling
  11. physical metallurgy
  12. polymers

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • For admission to the M.A.Sc. degree program, a strong baccalaureate degree is required with at least a B+ standing (equivalent to McMaster GPA = 8.5) in engineering, mathematics or the physical sciences.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 16,761 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,008 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 16,761 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,008 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact McMaster University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About McMaster University

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McMaster University

Hamilton, Canada

public research university in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months