$6,683 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Applied Science [M.ASc] Mechanical Engineering
- McMaster University offers MASc in Mechanical Engineering for a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus, thesis-based program available with both full-time and part-time options.
- This is a research-intensive program, students are required to complete coursework and defend a thesis.
- In this program, students develop their skills in analysis, creative problem solving, critical thinking, experimental methods and/or analytical models, resourcefulness, responsibility and the ability to present their work to a variety of audiences.
- All MASc students are supervised by a faculty member from the department.
- The research areas of the faculty members include:
- Biomechanics
- Manufacturing
- Mechanics and Design
- Thermofluids.
- Students can comple the full time program in 2 years and part-time program in 5 years.
- The minimum course requirementsof the program aree 4 half-courses, at least 3 of which should be at the 700 level, and 2 courses must have "MECHENG" as part of the course code.
- Students are required to present a thesis which embodies the results of independent work that the candidate has completed and demonstrates competence in Mechanical Engineering. An oral defence of the thesis is required.
- In addition, all full-time M.A.Sc. students are required to successfully complete 4 offerings of MECHENG 758 graduate seminars in Mechanical Engineering.
- The Department of Mechanical Engineering admits new students for each term (Fall, Winter and Spring/Summer) with our largest intake being in September (Fall term).
- The average salary of the program goes up to 54,000 USD.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $6411 | $6411 |
| Health insurance | $152 | $152 |
| Other Fees | $120 | $120 |
| Total Fees | $6683 | $6683 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 88 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 60 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must comlete an honours Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in a related field (engineering or science) from a recognized university.
- A Minimum average of B- grade in all upper-year undergraduate courses related to proposed program of study is required.
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 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.