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Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering

University of Ottawa

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #228 =

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At University of Ottawa in Ottawa, Canada, Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering is offered as a master's degree in General Engineering programme. The programme runs for 2 years.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: General Engineering
Duration: 2 years

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: catalogue.uottawa.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering offers graduate-level training across a broad range of domains, with an emphasis on transdisciplinary approaches grounded in general systems analysis. The program focuses on mathematical and computational modelling, equipping graduates with tools to analyze and optimize the behaviour of complex systems across engineering, technology, and applied science sectors. The degree requires 30 course units, completed on a coursework basis within two years of full-time study. Coursework draws on students' backgrounds in computer science, economics, engineering, mathematics, or operations research, bringing a mix of disciplinary perspectives into systems-level problem solving. The program prepares graduates for roles that require analyzing and managing complex technical and organizational systems. Students entering the program come from computer science, economics, engineering, mathematics, and operations research backgrounds, reflecting the program's transdisciplinary orientation toward systems-level problems.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 70.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in computer science, economics, engineering, mathematics, operations research, science, or a related area, with a minimum admission average of 70% (B). Prerequisite undergraduate coursework in probability, linear algebra, differential equations, and computer programming is required. Applicants must be able to understand and fluently speak the language of instruction, with proof of proficiency required where applicable.

About University of Ottawa

“Deus Scientiarum Dominus Est”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1848
Students: 49,864
QS rank: #228 =
Programs: 525
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering award?

University of Ottawa awards a Master's Degree in the field of General Engineering on completion of this programme.

How long does Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

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