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Master of Materials Engineering

Carleton University

Ottawa, Canada
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A degree in the principles of materials science and engineering, With research or co-op options.

Program highlights

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

What you will learn

Explain the principal concepts and methods of Materials Engineering. Apply knowledge involving 120 credits (144 with co-op): thermodynamics. Interpret relevant information
Work on discipline-specific assignments
And communicate findings effectively.

Career outcomes

Engineering Technologist
Technical Project Coordinator
Quality Assurance Specialist

Curriculum

120 credits (144 with co-op): thermodynamics
Kinetics
Characterisation
Electronic
Optical
Magnetic and thermal properties
Processing and soft materials
Laboratories
Chemistry
Physics
Calculus
Differential equations
Probability
Ethics
Technical electives and a two-semester design capstone. Thesis option adds four undergraduate research courses.

Entry requirements

Academic

4-year honours bachelor degree with B+ or better in major subjects and B- or better overall (https://graduate.carleton.ca/apply-online/minimum-requirements/)
Some programmes consider a qualifying year
English proficiency required unless exempt
Additional academic criteria: B+ or better in major subjects
B- or better overall.

Accepted academic background

4-year (honours) bachelor degree, applicants without a 4-year honours degree may be considered for a qualifying-year programme in some master programmes

Language tests

IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each band)
TOEFL iBT 4.5 (new scale
PTE Academic 5.0 writing
Duolingo 4.5 other skills
Institutional test 86 for tests before 2026-01-21)

Documents you’ll need

Completed Application
Official Academic Transcripts
Passport or Identity Document
Previous Degree Certificate
Proof of Funds for Study Permit
Academic References
Statement of Purpose

How to apply

Review the Materials Engineering admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through Carleton360. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$33,478 CAD
Application fee	$125 CAD
Deposit	$2,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	Main campus
Faculty or school	Academic Unit Not Confirmed
Department	Academic Unit Not Confirmed
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3
Scholarship note	Potential Carleton University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Materials Engineering. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Jan 2027
48 days left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Jan 2027
48 days left
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
1 Jan 2027
48 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.