PGCert in Railway Systems and Assurance (GAC)

The Graduate Academic Certificate in Railway Systems and Assurance at McMaster University, offered by the W Booth School of Engineering Practice and Technology, provides systems-level knowledge of railway engineering with a focus on safety, reliability, and assurance processes. Learners gain foundational expertise in railway infrastructure and operations, complemented by advanced training in reliability, availability, maintainability, and safety (RAMS), preparing participants to address the technical and regulatory challenges of planning, developing, and operating modern rail systems in line with industry safety and performance standards. The program is course-based and offered part-time, completed in 8 to 12 months. Admission requires an Honours Bachelor's degree (4 years) in Engineering, Sciences, or an equivalent field, with a B average of 73-76 percent, or 8.0/12, in the last two years of study. Typical entry is in January.