Master of Engineering (Electrical and Computer Engineering)

Frequently asked questions

• What English score does it need?

  IELTS 6.0 overall is the score listed for this programme.

• What are the entry requirements?

  The Department’s minimum requirements for admission to the MEng or MSc programs are an undergraduate degree with an admission GPA of at least 3.0 on the 4- point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution. The admission GPA will be calculated on the last 60 units of graded coursework completed, or on the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded coursework. The Department’s minimum requirements for admission to the PhD program are an undergraduate degree with an admission GPA of at least of 3.3 on the 4-point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution. The admission GPA will be calculated on the last 60 units of graded coursework completed, or on the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded coursework. Where applicable, applicants must provide proof of English Language Proficiency (refer to English Language Requirement ). Any one of the following is acceptable: a minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) score of: For tests written before January 21, 2026: 92 with at least 21 in each section or equivalent; For tests written on or after January 21, 2026: 5 with at least 4.5 in each section or equivalent; an overall band score of 7.0 on IELTS with at least 6.0 on each band; a minimum overall score of 70 on the CAEL with at least 60 on each subtest; a minimum score of 62 on the PTE Academic a minimum score of 176 on the CAMBRIDGE test, with at least 169 on each subscore. Students are also required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and three letters of reference. Current U of A students applying for graduate admission do not need to submit references. Students with a Master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering (or a related discipline) are only eligible for admission into the PhD program, and students with a doctoral degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering (or a related discipline) are ineligible for admission into the graduate program. The determination of related disciplines is made (on a case-by-case basis) by the Associate Chair - Graduate Program. APPLY NOW ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Faculty: Engineering Delivery Mode: On Campus Program Type: Course Based Degree Level: Master's Program Requirements · English: IELTS 6.0; TOEFL iBT 92; PTE Academic 61 · English test waiver: Applicants may satisfy the requirement without a test by holding a degree, or its academic equivalent, from an institution recognised by the University of Alberta at which the language of instruction is English; GPS also maintains a list of international post-secondary institutions at which the language requirement is English. The requirement is not waived for students temporarily in Canada, and departments and GPS may require further demonstration of proficiency. Source: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/graduate-studies/resources/policies-procedures/graduate-program-manual/section-5-admissions/5-8-english-language-proficiency-requirement.html · Application fee: CAD 135.00 for all applications to graduate programs, charged at the end of the online application and payable by credit card only (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover; Visa/Mastercard debit and prepaid cards are not accepted). Source: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/graduate-studies/resources/policies-procedures/graduate-program-manual/section-5-admissions/5-4-application-fee.html

• Is there a scholarship?

  The Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies administers over CAD 35 million each year in scholarships, awards and financial support for graduate students; opportunities vary by faculty. GPS states that there are limited funding opportunities for students in part-time graduate study or completing a certificate programme. Source View scholarship page