Information for Prospective Students
Elevate your engineering training with a nationally distinguished graduate program that propels your career success in Canada and globally.
Gain a Global Career Advantage
Carleton University’s prestigious Master of Engineering Practice graduate program is an efficient, flexible pathway for internationally trained engineers to gain the relevant technical expertise and professional skills needed to excel in many Canadian and global engineering workforces.
- Tuition: Calculate your fees here
- Entry Terms: Fall, Winter
- Length: Graduate in 12 to 36 months
- Streams: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Software
- Prerequisite: Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent
Establish a Competitive Edge in the International Engineering Workforce
Canada’s only graduate program for internationally trained engineers, the Master of Engineering Practice combines advanced technical training with career-focused skills such as building codes, infrastructure challenges, ethics, project management, communications and business planning, among many. This program can help students in their process to become a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada. This full-time, course-based degree offers paid internships and the option to graduate in 12 to 18 months.
Study at a Top University in Canada
Carleton University delivers innovative education, leading research and career-ready training valued by employers. Consistently ranked among the top 10 in Canada for education and research.
Participate in Paid Co-op Opportunities with Multi-national Employers
Carleton’s many ties to diverse industry and government organizations enables the option of a paid co-op with flexible work terms that offers you valuable hands-on engineering experience, professional connections and a distinct advantage in the job market. Ottawa, the capital city of Canada, is in Ontario — one of the country’s most economically significant provinces. The city is home to Kanata North, Canada’s largest high-technology hub, as well as numerous multi-national technology companies, research laboratories and local startups.
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Carleton University is globally recognized by Shanghai Rankings, Maclean’s and U.S. News & World Report.
“My experience in the EP program has been incredibly enriching, combining theoretical knowledge with practical application and strong faculty support. The program’s emphasis on hands-on learning, such as lab sessions and internships, has significantly boosted my skills and confidence.”
Harsh Thakkar, Mechanical Engineering Practice
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