Materials Science & Engineering
Engineer the matter that makes everything else possible - from batteries to semiconductors.
Materials Science and Engineering studies the relationship between a material's structure, properties, processing, and performance. It is a foundational discipline for clean energy (batteries, solar cells), semiconductors, biomedical implants, and advanced manufacturing.
Admission Average
high 80s (Tier 3 (<85%))
Typical High School Prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus & Vectors
- Chemistry
- Physics
Skills You'll Build
- Material Property Testing
- Crystallography & Phase Analysis
- Thermodynamics of Materials
- Lab Research Skills
- Innovation for Clean Energy
Program Facts
- Typical length: 4 years
- Co-op available: Yes
- Graduate school: Common path
- Demand outlook: Stable Growth
Top Universities
- University of Toronto – Toronto, ON
- McMaster University – Hamilton, ON
- University of British Columbia – Vancouver, BC
- Queen's University – Kingston, ON
- McGill University – Montreal, QC
Careers This Major Leads To
- Research Scientist – Entry $60,000
- Mechanical Engineer – Entry $70,000
- Biomedical Engineer – Entry $70,000