Master of Engineering [M.Eng] (Electrical and Biomedical Engineering)
Field of Study:
$29,285 /Yr
- McMaster University offers MEng Electrical and Biomedical Engineering for a duration of 1-2 years.
- It is an on-campus, course-based program available on both a full-time and part-time basis.
- This program focuses on biomedical engineering which is open only to graduates who have maintained a minimum average of B in each year of the B.Eng. program in Electrical and Biomedical Engineering.
- The program consists of a minimum of 3 consecutive terms in which the students are required to complete successfully six graduate half-courses (or equivalent), of which at least 4 must be 700 level and up to two 600 level courses approved by the department, followed by an independent study term.
- In the final term, the student is required to submit and defend a report on an approved project which must demonstrate the ability to carry out independent study and reach a satisfactory conclusion in an area of biomedical engineering.
- Students for the degrees of M.A.Sc., M.Eng. and Ph.D. must present a seminar on a topic approved by the Department at least once during the course of their programs.
- Students get the facility to apply for a co-op program which is optional.
- The research areas of the program are:
- Biomedical information technology
- Computer-aided design
- Optimization and Simulation
- Communications
- Computer Engineering
- Image Processing and Multimedia
- Microwaves and Photonics-Optoelectronics
- Networks and Signal Processing
- McMaster’s Electrical and Computer Engineering department is ranked as one of the best departments of electrical and computer engineering both nationally and internationally.
- Faculty members are regular award winners including the prestigious Premier Research Excellence Award (PREA), OCUFA teaching award, McMaster Students Union Teaching Award, Booker Gold Medal, and the Signal Processing Society Education Award.
- Job opportunities after MEng Electrical and Biomedical Engineering are Biochemists and Biophysicists, Chemical Engineers, etc and the average salary goes up to 60,005 USD.
Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline for Summer 2024 Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $29285 (CAD 41247) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Room and Food (On-Campus) | $6528 (CAD 9195) |
Housing (Off-Campus) | $3451 (CAD 4860) |
Total Cost | $9979 (CAD 14055) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete an honors bachelor's degree in a related field from a recognized university.
- The related fields include a UG degree in computer engineering, applied computing, applied physics, biology, computer information systems.
- Students must have a B+ minimum average grade, based on a full-year equivalent of final year courses relevant to the program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a 3-year UG degree must have a substantial background in computer science or software engineering or a related field.
Submission of GRE scores is not compulsory for this program, however, if students have given the GRE exam then it is recommended to submit the scores (minimum 300) for a better chance of admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Required Document List
Following are the required document:
- Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Academic or Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths, and any work experience and/or education that students have.
- Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
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- Chemical Engineers
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