The Institute offers two levels of graduate programs leading to master’s and doctoral degrees. These programs require both course work as well as thesis research or a project. Each graduate student must have a supervisor from the full-time academic staff (co-supervision with an adjunct professor is also possible). The supervisor advises the student on his or her course selection and directs the student’s thesis research. The supervisor also often provides financial support to the student to conduct research. Thus, the supervisor’s and student’s research interests must be consistent. The selection of a supervisor should be made carefully when a choice is possible.
MASTER’S PROGRAMS
The Institute offers two master’s level programs. One with thesis the other one with a report. The Master of Applied Science (M.A.Sc.) program requires that the student completes graduate courses plus a thesis. The thesis is the major component of the student’s program. This program may be completed either on a full-time or on a part-time basis. A full-time student usually requires 20-24 months to complete the program. Note that for those students intending to go on to Ph. D. studies, M. A. Sc. is the correct choice.
The Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) program requires that the student completes nine graduate courses, plus submit a report on an engineering project. The engineering project differs from a thesis in scope, and need not represent original research.
Ph.D. PROGRAM
The doctoral program is intended for those exceptional individuals who intend to pursue a career in research or advanced engineering. The program requires the completion of at least three graduate courses (the requirement is determined at the time of admission) and the submission of a satisfactory thesis demonstrating original research. In addition, doctoral students must undergo both written and oral comprehensive examinations early in their program, and later, must present a satisfactory written proposal for their thesis. Doctoral students are expected to demonstrate a mature understanding of the basic knowledge relevant to electrical or computer engineering, and a capability for independent work. Failure at either the comprehensive examination or thesis proposal stages results in the termination of the student’s program.
In addition to a supervisor, doctoral students each have an Advisory Committee, chaired by the thesis supervisor, which has general responsibility for the student’s program. Doctoral students meet with their Advisory Committee at the start of their program and when their thesis proposal is presented, but otherwise infrequently. The thesis supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of the student.
At both universities, students completing the requirements of a doctoral program are awarded a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree.
Research Areas
Other Relevant Graduate Programs
Joint Program in Computer Science (OCICS)
The School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science of University of Ottawa and the Department of Computer Science of Carleton University offer a joint program in Computer Science. For more information visit http://www.scs.carleton.ca/ocics.
Systems Science, University of Ottawa
The School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science participates in a joint program in Systems Science involving as well the Faculty of Administration, Mathematics, and Economics. This program leads to a Master of Science degree in the areas of mathematical, economic and applied probability modelling; optimization and control; computer simulation and information systems. Students who wish to apply for this program or who need more information should contact:
Manal El Kacimi, Academic Officer, Digital Transformation and Innovation, Systems Science, Engineering Management
University of Ottawa, 800 King Edward Drive, Ottawa, ON, K1N 6N5
613-562-5800 ext. 5784, Fax: 613-562-5325
engineering.grad@uOttawa.ca
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