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Master of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Lakehead University

Barrie, Canada
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

An engineering degree spanning electrical and computer engineering.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop subject knowledge in Electrical and Computer Engineering and design and evaluate computational solutions
Use relevant digital tools
And interpret technical evidence.

Career outcomes

Software Developer
Systems Analyst
IT Project Coordinator
Technology Consultant

Curriculum

The degree combines universitywide and NUpath requirements with major courses totalling 134 semester hours
Including Computing Fundamentals for Engineers
Circuits and Signals: Biomedical Applications
Embedded Design: Enabling Robotics
Fundamentals of Electronics
Fundamentals of Linear Systems
Fundamentals of Electromagnetics
Plus electives and the co-op programme.

Entry requirements

Academic

Four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent with at least B (second class) standing in the last 20 half courses; The academic unit must recommend admission; Programme-specific degree and documents apply.

Accepted academic background

Four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognised institution with at least second class standing (B) in the last 20 half courses; Academic unit must recommend admission; Qualifying Year possible

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
Duolingo 120
PTE Academic 58
Cambridge 176

Documents you’ll need

Passport copy
Undergraduate transcripts
Degree certificate
English proficiency evidence
Curriculum vitae
Statement of purpose

How to apply

Review the postgraduate admission requirements for Master of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Prepare degree certificates
Academic transcripts
Language evidence
required supporting documents. Complete the application to Lakehead University. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$47,460, $35,679 CAD
Application fee	$125 CAD
Deposit	$2,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	Barrie STEM Hub
Faculty or school	Faculty of Engineering
Department	Electrical and Computer Engineering
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Lakehead offers international entrance scholarships and other awards for eligible students. Values and renewal conditions depend on the award and academic results.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
16 Sept 2026
Closed
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
79 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.