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    Electrical and Computer EngineeringMaster of EngineeringFaculty of Applied Science

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    Vancouver, CAMEngIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    CA$54,838.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    30
    Credits
    CA$168.00
    App fee

    Electrical and Computer EngineeringMaster of EngineeringFaculty of Applied Science at University of British Columbia is a 30-credit, 1-year, in-person MEng program based in Vancouver, CA. Tuition is CA$54,838 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Coursework-based program in electrical and computer engineering with optional supervised project. Concentration areas include communications, computer systems, energy production and utilization, micro/nano electronic systems, signal processing, and software engineering.

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    49th globally for engineering and technology (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025), 31st globally in Engineering & Technology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) | 2nd in Canada for engineering (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025), 3rd in Canada for Engineering & Technology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)
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    3 years PGWP (Canada)

    $15,000.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Electrical and Computer EngineeringMaster of EngineeringFaculty of Applied Science at University of British Columbia cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Electrical and Computer EngineeringMaster of EngineeringFaculty of Applied Science at University of British Columbia is CA$54,838 across 30 required credits.
    Is Electrical and Computer EngineeringMaster of EngineeringFaculty of Applied Science at University of British Columbia online or in-person?
    Electrical and Computer EngineeringMaster of EngineeringFaculty of Applied Science at University of British Columbia is offered in-person.
    How long does Electrical and Computer EngineeringMaster of EngineeringFaculty of Applied Science at University of British Columbia take to complete?
    Electrical and Computer EngineeringMaster of EngineeringFaculty of Applied Science at University of British Columbia is structured around 1 year and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Electrical and Computer EngineeringMaster of EngineeringFaculty of Applied Science at University of British Columbia?
    Per the program's published guidance: B+ (3.3 on a 4.0 point scale)
    Is Electrical and Computer EngineeringMaster of EngineeringFaculty of Applied Science at University of British Columbia STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Electrical and Computer EngineeringMaster of EngineeringFaculty of Applied Science at University of British Columbia is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.