The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at Queen's University offers graduate programs and certificates, training and professional development in the following areas.
Research-Based Programs
Master of Applied Science (MASc)
These two-year programs provide students with an opportunity to work under the mentorship of a leading engineering researcher to develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills that are in high demand in today’s economy.
Doctoral (PhD)
The highest degree sought after by leading practitioners, researchers, and educators. The requirements for completion are four term courses beyond the master’s degree, a comprehensive examination and a successfully defended thesis.
Collaborative Programs
Collaborative programs involve more than one department for multidisciplinary research. Students must enrol in and meet the admission requirements of their home department.
Professional and Coursework
Master of Engineering (MEng)
The Master of Engineering (MEng) is a one-year, coursework-based program that is designed for engineering graduates who want to enhance their technical and professional skills to have a competitive edge in today’s job market.
Graduate Diploma (GDip)
A Graduate Diploma may be a stand-alone credential or it may be part of a laddered set of programs leading to a master's degree. Admission to a Queen's GDip program requires an undergraduate degree as a prerequisite.
Engineering and Applied Science Programs
| Program | Credentials | Other Details |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Design & Manufacturing Institute (ADMI) | MEng | Part-time Jointly offered with Western University |
| Applied Sustainability | MEng, MASc | Collaborative |
| Biomedical Engineering | MASc, PhD | Collaborative |
| Chemical Engineering | MEng, MASc, PhD | |
| Civil Engineering | MEng, MASc, PhD | |
| Electrical and Computer Engineering | MEng, MASc, PhD | |
| Engineering and Applied Physics | MASc, PhD | |
| GeoEngineering | MASc, PhD | Collaborative |
| Geological Engineering | MASc, PhD | |
| Mathematics and Engineering | MASc, PhD | |
| Mechanical and Materials Engineering | MEng, MASc, PhD | |
| Mining Engineering | MEng, MASc, PhD | |
| Social Performance Management in the Extractive Industries | GDip | Online courses offered |
| UNENE - Nuclear Engineering (University Network of Excellence) | MEng | Jointly offered with other Ontario universities |
| Water and Human Health | GDip | Offered online |
Grad Maps
Learn about all of our graduate programs through Career Services' Grad Maps! These detailed brochures will tell you more about our programs, as well as detailing paths to success at any level of study.
Professional Development
Queen's offers a wide variety of specialized programs and other opportunities to develop professional skills.
- Queen's Mining Online – Professional Development and Corporate Training
- Master of Management Innovation & Entrepreneurship (MEI) – in partnership with Smith School of Business