Engineering Graduate Studies 2013

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$77.9 MILLION Research funding received

by U of T Engineering, 2011

26.6% Ranking U of T Engineering holds in North America for citation activity, 2006–2010

Percentage of major national and international awards won by U of T Engineering professors among engineering faculty in Canada, 2011

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Number of graduate degrees awarded by U of T Engineering, 2011–2012

Scholarship dollars received by U of T Engineering graduate students, 2012

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Number of spin-off companies created, 1970 to 2012

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1873 Year U of T Engineering was established

NUMBER OF GRADUATE STUDENTS WHO FAST-TRACKED FROM MASc TO PhD IN 2011

Six Reasons to Choose U of T Engineering

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Master of Engineering (MEng)

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Master of Health Science (MHSc)

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Master of Applied Science (MASc)

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

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English Facility Requirements

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Graduate International Foundation Program

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Graduate Student Housing

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How to Apply

Number of research chairs held by U of T Engineering faculty, 2011–2012

U of T Engineering is the premier engineering school in Canada according to all four rankings of universities around the world.

NUMBER OF U OF T ENGINEERING BUILDINGS

50,000+ Approximate number of U of T Engineering graduates since 1873

WELCOME TO ENGINEERING GRADUATE STUDIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO

University of Toronto’s Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering is where top students come to collaborate, learn and contribute to solving the world’s most pressing problems.

We’re creating more ways than ever for our graduate students and researchers to work with the best in the world — an important experience to have upon graduation in today’s global marketplace. Whether you have an interest in academe or building your career as an industry professional, we offer you the opportunity to become a leader in your field through four graduate degrees across seven outstanding departments.

I invite you to learn more about U of T Engineering and our graduate programs here and online at www.gradstudies.engineering.utoronto.ca

Professor CHRIS DAMAREN, Vice-Dean, Graduate Studies Professor Damaren investigates control system design for spacecraft and space robotics applications at the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies. He received his PhD, MASc and BASc from the University of Toronto.

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REASONS TO CHOOSE U OF T ENGINEERING

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BE A PART OF CANADA’S PREMIER ENGINEERING SCHOOL

WORK WITH AND LEARN FROM THE BEST IN YOUR FIELD

TACKLE THE WORLD’S MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES

U of T Engineering is ranked as the top engineering school in the country, year after year, by every major ranking organization.

These standings also put U of T among other world-class institutions. For you, this means working and learning with the best students and researchers in a multidisciplinary environment. Collaboration extends far beyond campus; our rapidly growing list of partnerships is a testament to the impact of our research and innovation.

You will work with the finest engineers, entrepreneurs and industry experts in the world at the University of Toronto. Of all the international and national awards received by engineering professors across Canada, faculty from U of T Engineering consistently garner more than a quarter.

We are home to innovators who contribute to and expand research capacity in areas that are integral to Canada’s growth.

U of T Engineering is a centre of remarkable innovation and boundless possibility. Our graduate students are creating solutions that make a positive difference in the world — from improving human health to developing sustainable technologies. Our research hubs, including the Centre for Research in Healthcare Engineering, Centre for Global Engineering and Centre for Sustainable Energy provide collaborative environments that inspire important solutions to critical problems.

MICHELLE HANBIDGE, an MHSc candidate, was struck by the outstanding opportunities U of T graduate students have to work with people that are global leaders in the engineering profession. “In less than a year at U of T, I have had discussions with international experts, toured world-class healthcare facilities and worked in Boston at Massachusetts General Hospital,” says Michelle.

PhD candidate JAMES DOU and his supervisor, Professor Stewart Aitchison, developed an affordable and efficient lab-on-a-chip that could revolutionize HIV monitoring in developing countries. This invention will eliminate the need for those affected by HIV to travel gruelling distances for testing. To bring the device to market, James and Professor Aitchison started ChipCare Corp.

“I value quality research and a collaborative environment,” says PhD candidate KIMIA GHOBADI. Her research involves developing mathematical models and algorithms to optimize radiation therapy treatment for patients with brain cancer.

“The affiliations U of T has with top hospitals and institutions makes my experience an excellent combination of theory and application.”

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REINFORCE YOUR LEADERSHIP POTENTIAL

BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH THE HELP OF A POWERFUL NETWORK

EXPERIENCE VIBRANT DOWNTOWN TORONTO

U of T Engineering’s Leaders of Tomorrow: Graduate program is the first of its kind in Canada. Team up with creative colleagues and hone your presentation and leadership skills through courses, seminars, lectures and training days. Gain confidence in a milieu that encourages innovative leadership. If you plan to build your career in academia, take part in the Prospective Professors in Training program.

Work among world-renowned experts in downtown Toronto, Canada’s business nerve centre. Become part of the most powerful, connected network of engineering professionals, researchers and alumni in the country. U of T Engineering reflects the diversity around it, giving you the potential to work with and learn from industry leaders, peers and professors from all over the world.

U of T Engineering lives in the heart of exciting, multicultural Toronto — home to 5.5 million people. The St. George campus is on the doorstep of leading teaching hospitals and industries of every type, as well as cultural neighbourhoods, theatres, sporting events and amazing restaurants. A public bicycle program along with a network of buses, streetcars and subways make it easy to explore everything the city has to offer.

As an MASc student, ANGELA LEE helped her peers develop their leadership skills while enhancing her own. She served as the Seminar Director for Leaders of Tomorrow: Graduate where she implemented a program to promote leadership among engineering students. In 2011, she received the coveted Gordon Cressy Leadership Award from U of T for her contributions.

JAKE GREGORY, a graduate of the MEng program, found that networking was the key to his success. “I joined several groups as an MEng student, including the Graduate Management Consulting Association (GMCA).

Through a connection I made at a GMCA event, I landed my current job at Deloitte as an analyst in management consulting,” says Jake.

An international student from Thailand, PhD candidate PISEK KULTAVEWUTI enjoys life in Toronto. Pisek says, “After working in the lab, I sometimes take in musical performances at the theatre or try my hand at singing karaoke in Koreatown. I really like Toronto and its seasons.

I play beach volleyball in the summer and ski in the winter.”

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MEng

MASTER OF ENGINEERING

Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, the Master of Engineering (MEng) program provides the perfect mix of technical, leadership and business skills to accelerate your career.

The MEng can be completed in just one year of full-time study. If you plan to work while pursuing your MEng, you can complete your degree on a part-time basis. Our students also appreciate the flexibility of the program, with numerous courses that can be taken online, on the weekend, or in the evening.

Your coursework is dependent on your chosen area of study, but in each case you benefit from exposure to some of the country’s very best engineering academics and industry leaders. Typically, MEng students are required to complete nine or 10 courses.

The MEng program may include a project, which you’ll explore with professors in your engineering discipline. With a focus on enhancing skills that can be applied to your professional practice, you can also customize your degree to fit your goals through one of the following areas of emphasis: ——Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Innovation & Technology in Engineering (ELITE) ——Engineering & Public Policy ——Engineering & Globalization ——Energy Studies ——Computational Mechanics in Design ——Healthcare Engineering ——Robotics & Mechatronics

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS —— complete on a part-time basis or full time in just one year of study —— enhance your career opportunities —— extend your network —— customize your learning through specialized areas of emphasis —— choose flexibility with online, evening and weekend courses

AREAS OF STUDY ——Aerospace Engineering ——Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry ——Civil Engineering (including Mineral Engineering and Engineering Geoscience) ——Electrical & Computer Engineering ——Materials Science & Engineering ——Mechanical & Industrial Engineering

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“I love that no two MEng programs are the same. The range of available courses enabled me to explore all avenues of my interests. I have been able to mix my technical knowledge of water treatment with my passion for sustainability, and gain valuable tools in terms of project management and leadership.”

KATIE FARROW MEng student focusing on environmental engineering in the Department of Civil Engineering

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You should possess an undergraduate degree (usually four years) in engineering with at least a mid-B to B+ average in your final two years.

Interested in the MEng but don’t meet the English facility requirements? Read about the Graduate International Foundation Program on page 8.

MHSc

MASTER OF HEALTH SCIENCE

Hundreds of engineers who have graduated from the Master of Health Science (MHSc) program in Clinical Engineering are changing the face of health care in Canada.

Established in 1984 at the Institute for Biomaterials & Biomedical Engineering (IBBME), the MHSc in Clinical Engineering at the University of Toronto was the first of its kind in Canada and continues to be the country’s leading program.

This two-year, full-time program combines academic courses with internships and a research thesis. Through instruction, interdisciplinary research and practical handson training, you get the chance to generate solutions to clinical challenges, enhance patient safety and strengthen the role of technology-mediated health care.

Your coursework includes a range of bioengineering and clinical engineering courses and seminars. These are led by some of the country’s top doctors and researchers.

A unique component of the MHSc is the series of internship placements. They account for more than 1,200 hours working in a range of environments, from world-class hospitals in downtown Toronto to placements with the World Health Organization and leading healthcare manufacturers abroad. You will also complete a research thesis representing an original body of written work.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS —— complete in two years of full-time study —— learn through courses and gain experience through internships and a research thesis —— fast-track into the new PhD concentration in Clinical Engineering —— work with some of Canada’s top clinical engineers and bioengineers —— study just steps from some of the country’s greatest healthcare facilities

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS IBBME also offers a Clinical Engineering concentration at the PhD level. MHSc students can request a transfer to the PhD in their first year of study.

You need to have an undergraduate degree (usually four years) in engineering from an accredited institution with at least an A- in the final two years.

“I’ve always had a keen interest in technology development, as well as biology and medicine. I found this program to be a great opportunity to use my passion for technology to address important issues in the healthcare system.”

DANIEL VENA MHSc candidate in Clinical Engineering at the Institute for Biomaterials & Biomedical Engineering

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MASc

MASTER OF APPLIED SCIENCE

The Master of Applied Science (MASc) is a research-based degree designed to provide you with the skills, knowledge and experience to conduct, publish, present and defend your work.

This full-time, two-year program is a perfect fit if you aspire to have a rewarding career in research, and especially if you wish to work toward a doctoral degree.

In fact, exceptional MASc students can fast-track into the PhD program before completing the requirements of their MASc degree.

As a part of their degree, MASc students typically complete five courses. These courses add tremendous depth to your studies. The primary component of the MASc is your thesis, conducted with the support of a supervisor.

We offer funding packages to MASc students — Canadian and international — in the form of fellowships, and research and teaching assistantships. The minimum level of funding is $15,000 plus tuition and fees. By applying for additional awards through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) of Canada, Canadian Institute of Health Research (CIHR) and Ontario Graduate Scholarships (OGS), you can significantly increase your funding package.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS —— complete in two years of full-time study —— enhance your career opportunities in research —— receive guaranteed funding —— choose from an array of engineering disciplines and specialties —— fast-track into the PhD program before completing your MASc

AREAS OF STUDY ——Aerospace Studies ——Biomaterials & Biomedical Engineering ——Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry ——Civil Engineering (including Mineral Engineering and Engineering Geoscience) ——Electrical & Computer Engineering ——Materials Science & Engineering ——Mechanical & Industrial Engineering

“I was really attracted to U of T for graduate studies because of its reputation and the great work of my supervisor, Professor P.N. Nair. I also like that I can take courses from a variety of departments. This kind of interdisciplinary learning brings depth to my research.”

LIN GAO MASc candidate researching computational modelling under uncertainty at the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies

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ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS You will need to have an undergraduate degree in engineering with high academic standing from a recognized university. We encourage you to contact professors with whom you would like to work, either before or after submitting an application.

PhD

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

A PhD from U of T Engineering arms you with incredible depth and experience in your field, gained through rigorous training in research.

You develop the ability to ask important questions and investigate solutions in creative and collaborative ways. Doctoral students are typically required to complete some coursework in their chosen area of study, learning from the country’s very best engineering academics.

In some cases, doctoral candidates are required to conduct a field comprehensive examination. But the keystone of the program is an extensive thesis of original work, supervised by a faculty member.

Canadian and international PhD students are eligible to receive a funding package in the form of fellowships, and research and teaching assistantships. The minimum level of funding for PhD students is $15,000 plus tuition and fees. By applying for additional awards through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) of Canada, Canadian Institute of Health Research (CIHR) and Ontario Graduate Scholarships (OGS), you can significantly increase your funding package.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS —— complete your advanced research degree at Canada’s top engineering school —— cement your career opportunities as a researcher and extend your network —— receive guaranteed funding —— choose from an array of engineering disciplines and specialties —— enter the program on a fast-track from our MASc program

AREAS OF STUDY ——Aerospace Engineering ——Biomaterials & Biomedical Engineering ——Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry ——Civil Engineering (including Mineral Engineering and Engineering Geoscience) ——Electrical & Computer Engineering ——Materials Science & Engineering ——Mechanical & Industrial Engineering

“This program enables me to work toward my goals at an institution that is respected for its reputation as a world leader in engineering education. The diversity and depth of research explored here is incredible, as is being able to work side by side with world-renowned researchers.”

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS You will need to have a master’s degree in engineering with high academic standing from a recognized university. We encourage you to contact professors with whom you would like to work, either before or after submitting an application.

SAHAR JAVAHERIAN PhD candidate conducting tissue engineering research at BioZone, a multidisciplinary lab in the Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry

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HOW TO APPLY 1. Determine which graduate degree is for you: MEng, MHSc, MASc or PhD. 2. Make sure you meet the admission requirements set by U of T’s School of Graduate Studies: www.gradschool.utoronto.ca/Admission_Requirements.htm 3. If you obtained your degree outside of North America, please check the international degree equivalencies chart (http://portal.sgs.utoronto.ca/current/admission/intdegequiv.asp) to help you assess your eligibility for entry into one of our graduate programs. Also ensure that you meet U of T’s minimum English facility requirements, listed to the right.

4. Review the criteria for admission and degree requirements in your department of interest (listed below). In the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering, graduate study is administered at the departmental level, and each sets its own requirements.

——University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies www.utias.utoronto.ca ——Institute of Biomaterials & Biomedical Engineering www.ibbme.utoronto.ca ——Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry www.chem-eng.utoronto.ca ——Department of Civil Engineering www.civil.engineering.utoronto.ca ——The Edward S. Rogers Sr. Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering www.ece.utoronto.ca ——Department of Materials Science & Engineering www.mse.utoronto.ca ——Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering www.mie.utoronto.ca 5. Follow the procedures outlined by your department of choice as indicated on their website.

6. Submit an online application through the University of Toronto’s School of Graduate Studies and pay the application fee before departmental consideration.

Please ensure that you meet departmental admission requirements before submitting your online application.

Please note, the admission process for all Engineering departments is extremely competitive. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

ENGLISH FACILITY REQUIREMENTS There is a minimum English facility requirement for all applicants educated outside Canada whose primary language is not English. It is a requirement of admission and should be met before applying for admission. We accept the following English facility tests: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) ——Paper-based: 580 ——Computer-based: 237 ——Test of Written English (TWE): 4.0 ——Internet-based: 93 with 22 in Writing & Speaking Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB): minimum score of 85 International English Language Testing System (IELTS): minimum score of 7.0

GRADUATE INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION PROGRAM If your English facility test scores fall below the minimum required scores for admission to the MEng program, you may be eligible for the Graduate International Foundation Program. This unique program combines conditional MEng acceptance with intensive English language instruction in an engineering environment. When you successfully complete the four-month program (running September to December), you are guaranteed admission to the MEng program as a full-time student, starting in January. As an added benefit, you will begin your program with one course credit toward your MEng degree. For details, please visit www.gradstudies.engineering.utoronto.ca/ MEng/GIFP

GRADUATE STUDENT HOUSING As a graduate student, you can choose to live in a University of Toronto residence or take advantage of the many housing options near the campus. To explore the choices, including family housing, please visit www.housing.utoronto.ca/graduate

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Assistant Professor JOYCE POON (right) — Canada Research Chair in Integrated Photonic Devices — works with graduate students in the Micro/NanoPhotonics Laboratory at the University of Toronto. Together, they study integrated photonics for communication and computing applications. Their goal is to create photonic devices and circuits that are ultra compact, low power and high speed. Their group collaborates with industry, research organizations and universities in Canada and abroad.

Professor Poon was named one of the world’s Top 35 Under 35 by MIT’s Techology Review in 2012.

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