Why Mac Eng? – Faculty of Engineering
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Why McMaster Engineering?

Start your engineering admission journey today.

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Your opportunity to study at one of the world's top 100 universities starts today. 

At McMaster Engineering, we offer you more than a best-in-class degree.

We offer experiences that help create global-ready, socially aware citizens through project-based classes, flexible co-op work terms, research opportunities and dozens of clubs and teams.

Why McMaster Engineering?

At McMaster, you define your experience. We’ll help you get there.

  • A global reputation for excellence

    Ranked as one of the world’s top engineering schools, the Faculty of Engineering plays a significant role in helping McMaster University earn its reputation as one of Canada’s most innovative universities.

  • 2nd largest co-op program in Ontario, Canada

    Gain valuable work experience by participating in our flexible, global co-op programs. Throughout the year, a team of 26 staff from the co-op office will help you connect with more than 1000 employers through 300+ virtual and in-person workshops and events annually.

  • Welcoming, diverse community

    At McMaster Engineering, not only are you a part of one of the world’s top universities, you are joining the #FireballFamily. We foster a spirit of innovation through cooperation, not competition. There are more than 70+ engineering clubs, teams, committees, conferences and competitions you can join to enhance your technical and non-technical skills.

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#33 in the world for global impact

McMaster’s commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals has earned the university the rank of 33rd in the world in The Times Higher Education (THE) 2023 Impact Rankings.

In Canada, McMaster has ranked first in Good Health & Well-Being, Decent Work & Economic Growth and Partnerships for the goals as part of our commitment to thinking globally in our research.

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Research Intensity

McMaster is consistently ranked among Canada’s most research-intensive universities (Research Infosource 2022).

In 2022, we were ranked #2 in faculty research intensity and graduate student research intensity. With a total research income of $374.6 million, McMaster research teams are making discoveries and advancing knowledge in every discipline.

Students from 100+ countries choose to study at McMaster Engineering

  • “I chose McMaster because it is one of the top 100 universities in the world, and McMaster has one of the best engineering programs in Canada.”

    Ayomikun, Civil Engineering

  • “I chose Canada because it is one of the most diverse countries in the world. Although I come from a different part of the world, I never felt I was new in that place, and it was really amazing. It was probably one of my best decisions to come to Canada.”

    Shabab, Electrical Engineering

  • “I chose to study iBioMed at McMaster because it is the first of its kind in Canada that integrates engineering and health sciences perfectly. Also, I really like the flexible co-op program. We can do 4, 8, 12 or 16 months of co-ops at any time after the first year, which is very special to McMaster Engineering.”

    Wantong, iBioMed
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Supporting our students

We know that funding your education can be tough. Many students at McMaster Engineering are eligible for financial support.
For undergraduate students, there are over more than 1 million in scholarships and research awards available!

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