PhD in Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering - Nanotechnology in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo

The Department of Mechanical Engineering provides graduate programs culminating in Master of Applied Science (MASc), Master of Engineering (MEng), and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees. Typically, students complete the MASc before pursuing a PhD. Admission is restricted to qualified applicants. We advise starting your application at least 14 days before the deadlines to allow sufficient time for referee submissions and document uploads. All materials must be submitted by the stated deadline. Uploading documents within two weeks of receiving your Waterloo ID enables faster application review.

Degree specifications are available in detail elsewhere. Generally, PhD candidates must complete a thesis plus three graduate-level courses. MASc students must submit a thesis, complete four courses, and present a seminar. The standard MEng program requires eight graduate courses plus a communications course. Full-time Master's programs typically take 1-2 years (3-6 terms), while PhD programs require 2-4 years (6-12 terms). Part-time students have maximum completion limits of 15 terms for Master's and 18-21 terms for PhD programs, depending on entry qualifications.
Waterloo pioneered Canada's first MASc and PhD programs in Nanotechnology. The MASc collaborative program equips students with nano-engineering expertise for professional careers or advanced doctoral research. Outstanding MASc candidates may qualify for direct PhD admission from undergraduate studies. Those seeking direct PhD entry should indicate this preference in their Supplementary Information Form.