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Master of Applied Science [M.ASc] [Electrical and Computer Engineering] From McMaster University

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Master of Applied Science [M.ASc] (Electrical and Computer Engineering)

STEM Course

2 years

Full Time

Co Op & On Campus

Field of Study:

Engineering,

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

CA$17,325/Yr

CA$17,325 /Yr

McMaster University offers MASc in Electrical and Computer Engineering for a duration of 2 years.
It is an on-campus, thesis-based program available with both full-time and part-time options.
The MASc program requires a candidate to successfully complete at least four graduate half courses or equivalent and to prepare a thesis embodying the results of the research taken on by the students.
The research areas of the program are:
- Biomedical information technology
- Computer aided design
- Optimization and Simulation
- Communications
- Computer Engineering
- Microelectronics
- Microwaves and Photonics-Optoelectronics
The MASc degree is a thesis-based program where students are required to complete courses in addition to writing and defending a thesis.
University provides environment that fosters creativity and research excellence on an international scale in a particular field of electrical and computer engineering.
Students also get the co-op option in this program.
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.
McMaster’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is home to The Centre for Research in Micro- and Nano-systems.
The average salary of the program goes up to 54,000 USD.

Year	1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees	CA$17325 (CAD 17325)

Other Expenses

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Room and Food (On-Campus)	CA$9195 (CAD 9195)
Housing (Off-Campus)	CA$4860 (CAD 4860)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Students must complete 4-year undergraduate degree in engineering or equivalent from a recognized university.
A minimum GPA B+ (77 to 79%) average is required to get admission in this 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.

Scores Required

88 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

60 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

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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Career and Placement after Course

Possible career opportunities are:

Big Data Engineer
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Data Scientist
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Blockchain Developer/Engineer
Software Developer
Computer Network Architect
Computer Systems Analyst

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

Name	Scholarship Per Student	Level of Study	Type
Ontario Trillium Scholarship 2	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyMaster	TypeAwards	View Details
Ontario Graduate Scholarship	Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,847/Yr$10,847	Level Of StudyDoctorate	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
Go Clean Scholarship	Scholarship per studentCA$ 3,500/Yr$3,500	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
(ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Ontario Graduate Fellowship	Scholarship per studentCA$ 8,459/Yr$8,459	Level Of StudyDoctorate	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program	Scholarship per studentCA$ 150/Yr$150	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details