Program Overview
The Mechanical Engineering at University of Ottawa is a MASc programme in Engineering over 12 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 Mechanical 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
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: Ottawa, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Thermal and fluid engineering
- Solid mechanics and design
- Materials and manufacturing
- Controls and robotics
- Biomedical engineering
- Aeronautical and space engineering
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Hold a bachelors degree with a specialization, or a major in mechanical engineering (or equivalent) with a minimum average of 70% (B).
- International candidates must check the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin.
- Demonstrate a good academic performance in previous studies as shown by official transcripts, research reports, abstracts or any other documents demonstrating research skills.
- Pay the $100 ($CDN non-refundable) application fee.
- Identify at least one professor who is willing to supervise your research and thesis.
- We recommend that you contact potential thesis supervisors as soon as possible.
- To enroll, you need to have been accepted by a thesis supervisor.
- The supervisors name is required at the time of application.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Nov, 2026
About University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, Canada
public research university in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Dec, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
