Invent tomorrow, today
The ECE Master of Engineering program is a course-based master’s degree that provides you with the training and expertise to succeed in today’s competitive information economy.
You’ll learn cutting-edge skills from world-renowned faculty and industry leaders, and the innovative curriculum allows you to follow your curiosity and passion, with delivery options to suit your individual circumstances.
What is an MEng degree?
An ECE MEng degree opens doors to a range of career opportunities across industries like sustainability, health care, robotics, security and much more. Upon completion, you’ll gain an internationally recognized qualification from the highest ranked university in Canada — ranked 11th in the world in graduate employability by Times Higher Education (2022). Situated in the heart of Toronto's vibrant tech ecosystem, the ECE MEng is the ideal starting point to get you where you’re going.
An MEng is an internationally recognized qualification that:
- Opens doors to interesting career opportunities
- Expands your professional network
- Increases your financial prospects
Apply before the deadline!
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
May 31, 2024 (for Winter 2025)
DOMESTIC STUDENTS
May 31, 2024 (for Fall 2024 & Winter 2025)
Why choose ECE at U of T?
ECE at the University of Toronto is consistently ranked the top electrical and computer engineering department in Canada and among the top 15 in the world by many ranking organizations. At ECE, we provide an opportunity to pursue advanced studies in state-of-the-art facilities under the guidance of an internationally renowned faculty. Our size and the breadth of expertise represented across our 104 professors allows us to offer an exceptionally large and diverse array of graduate courses each year.
We also hire industry experts to teach industry-oriented courses designed specifically to meet the needs and interests of MEng students.
We prioritize both academic excellence and mental health and wellness of our students. We actively foster a culture of caring and support, while promoting equity, diversity and inclusion.
Opportunities in ECE
In addition to the general degree requirements, students have the option of completing an emphasis in one of these eight areas and/or one of the following emphases specifically tailored for MEng students:
Analytics
Engineering & Globalization
Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Innovation & Technology Engineering (ELITE)
Identity, Privacy & Security (IPS)
Robotics
Sustainable Energy
Current MEng-focused courses include
ECE1779H Introduction to Cloud Computing
ECE1092H Smart Grid Case Studies
ECE1783H Design Tradeoffs in Digital Systems
ECE1718H Special Topics in Computer Hardware Design: Hardware-Accelerated Digital Systems
Other course opportunities
There are also hundreds of other graduate courses offered by other departments within the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering, including a selection of ELITE and Analytics courses, as well as across U of T in general, many of which are open to MEng students.
Finally, some students complete a research-oriented MEng project (ECE2500Y) under the supervision of one or more of our faculty.
Flexible delivery options
ECE offers three delivery options for the MEng program, part-time, full-time or extended full-time, to suit your goals and circumstances. September and January start dates are available for all delivery options.
“The biggest advantage that the MEng program at the University of Toronto offered me was the flexibility to choose the courses I wanted to, allowing me to gain a holistic and rich experience that provided me with the perfect launchpad for the career I wanted. The program is perfectly designed for students who wish to learn from the best, in the fields they want, and gives them the opportunities required to excel.”
Ravitej Rekhi, RBC Senior Manager
ECE MEng 2019
