A bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or closely related field.
Minimum grade requirements:
Domestic Applicants
75% or B+ or Upper Second Class Standing
International Applicants
P.R. China: 75% or GPA of 3.0/4.0
India, Bangladesh & Pakistan: First class or 60%
Iran: 15/20
All others: 75%
English Proficiency
English Proficiency Requirements: Proficiency in English is a requirement for admission.
Those applicants whose native language is not English will be required to obtain satisfactory standing in English language proficiency tests before their application can be considered for admission. We require a minimum of 7.0 on IELTS or 65 on PTE or for TOEFL; 580 (paper based); 237 (Computer-based); and 88 (Internet-based) with a minimum score in each of the components: Writing test 24/30, Speaking test 22/30, Reading test 22/30 and Listening test 20/30. The results must be no more than 2 years old.
How to Submit English Language Test Scores
Queen's University only accepts the following English Proficiency tests: TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic, and CAEL CE. The School of Graduate Studies is able to access test scores directly from TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic and CAEL CE databases. We do not require hard copies of your test scores sent from the testing center if we can obtain them directly from TOEFL, IELTS, PTE or CAEL.
TOEFL, PTE Academic and CAEL CE
Please ensure that you have the testing center release the TOEFL, PTE Academic or CAEL CE score to Queen’s University (0949) and inform the School of Graduate Studies (following submission of your application) that your score report is available to retrieve electronically from the official testing center site. Email: sgsapp@queensu.ca
IELTS
Please provide the School of Graduate Studies with the TRF number found on your IELTS score report (following submission of your application) in order for us to obtain your IELTS test score electronically from the IELTS site. Email: sgsapp@queensu.ca
Hard copy test results: If you did not arrange to have the results of your English language proficiency test accessible to the School of Graduate Studies, you must request that the testing agency send us a hard copy official test results document either by email sgsapp@queensu.ca or through regular mail (address below).
We do not require the GRE, Please do not send us official GRE scores.
Curriculum Vitae
Please provide a Curriculum Vita with your application. We are asking for an academic Curriculum Vita, which gives an overview of a student’s academic experience and academic qualifications. For example, you would include any extracurricular activities, which involved applying your engineering education.
Application due: January 31 (international), March 1 (domestic)
Notification of acceptance: usually by the end of April for international students.
Electrical and Computer Engineering FAQ
The Master of Engineering (MEng) is a coursework based graduate program that provides a mixture of technical and professional skills to give students a distinct career advantage. The program is designed for students who are interested in learning advanced engineering skills in a specific area of specialization to enhance employment opportunities.
The Electrical and Computer Engineering Department M.Eng. degree has three (3) different options: course based, course based with academic project, and course based with internship. Once accepted into the program, students can apply to enter the internship route.
1. Course Based Program (2 terms)
The requirements for the course based MEng program option are 8 term-length graduate courses, ELEC 891 seminar course, and APSC 801 Master of Engineering Foundations course. The students must attend department seminars to complete ELEC 891, the mandatory seminar series course.
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- 4 courses must be graduate courses offered in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department
- 4 remaining courses may be chosen from the courses listed by the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, or another Queen's department, or from the Royal Military College.
- A maximum of 2 fourth year Queen’s undergraduate courses or 2 double numbered graduate courses (also known as combined undergraduate/graduate course), or a combination thereof, may be taken provided that:
a) the courses are approved by the student's supervisor or the graduate coordinator
b) the student has not received credit for similar courses in their Bachelor's program.
The requirements are set at the Department's discretion according to the student's background. The supervisor(s) and department must approve all program of study.
2. Academic Project Option (3 terms)
The requirements for the course based MEng program with the academic project option are 6 term-length graduate courses, ELEC 898 Academic Project (equivalent to 2 graduate courses), ELEC 891 seminar course, and APSC 801 Master of Engineering Foundations course. The student must attend department seminars to complete ELEC 891, the mandatory seminar series course.
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- 2 courses must be graduate courses offered in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department
- 4 remaining courses may be chosen from the courses listed by the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, or another Queen's department, or from the Royal Military College.
- A maximum of 2 fourth year Queen’s undergraduate courses or 2 double numbered graduate courses (also known as combined undergraduate/graduate course), or a combination thereof, may be taken provided that:
a) the courses are approved by the student's supervisor or the graduate coordinator
b) the student has not received credit for similar courses in their Bachelor's program.
The requirements are set at the Department's discretion according to the student's background. The supervisor(s) and department must approve all program of study.
ECE M.Eng Project Proposal Form
3. Internship Option *
currently under review and will not be offered in 2023-2024
The requirements for the course based MEng program with the Internship option are 7 term-length graduate courses, ELEC 895 Internship (equivalent to 1 graduate course), ELEC 891 seminar course, and APSC 801 Master of Engineering Foundations course. The student must attend department seminars to complete ELEC 891, the mandatory seminar series course.
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- 3 courses must be graduate courses offered in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department
- 4 remaining courses may be chosen from the courses listed by the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, or another Queen's department, or from the Royal Military College.
- A maximum of 2 fourth year Queen’s undergraduate courses or 2 double numbered graduate courses (also known as combined undergraduate/graduate course), or a combination thereof, may be taken provided that:
a) the courses are approved by the student's supervisor or the graduate coordinator
b) the student has not received credit for similar courses in their Bachelor's program.
The requirements are set at the Department's discretion according to the student's background. The supervisor(s) and department must approve all program of study.
Recommended Courses
List of Recommended courses for the MEng Program (updated July 29, 2022)
Please Note
- All course selections must be approved by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
- For the course based option, fees are applied on an 8 month period, not on a per course basis. If a student does not complete the program in the required 2 terms, fees will be charged on the Spring/Summer term (May or August) even though students are not registered in courses (not offered during this term). In other words, you pay tution until you complete the program.
Whether you have started or you are thinking of doing graduate studies at Queen’s, use this map to plan for the success of your academic life and career. The map can help to see possibilities, set goals and track your accomplishments. The guide offers options for finding your way at Queen’s and setting the foundation for your future.
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