Study Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at Lakehead University in Canada, Faculty of Engineering
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Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Canada

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What will I learn?

The MSc in Mechanical Engineering satisfies the demand in academia and industry for highly-qualified personnel in the field of Mechanical Engineering. Lakehead University’s Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSc-ME) program aims to foster students’ independent research abilities through a combination of course work and systematic research. This MSc-ME program provides a dynamic and unique curriculum to train graduates to tackle mechanical engineering challenges faced by industries and communities effectively and efficiently. Graduate students in the MSc-ME program will benefit from small class sizes, friendly work environment, and close supervisor-student interactions.The thesis option fosters develops the independent research abilities of students. These objectives are achieved through a combination of course work and research. This option is ideal for students seeking to continue on to doctoral studies as well as students interested in research and development careers within industry. All thesis students must enrol full-time in the program.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Engineering

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$23,000.01 (US$ 16,532) per year
Books/Supplies 1000

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

15/01/2027

Start date

May 2027

Venue

Thunder Bay

955 Oliver Road,

Thunder Bay,

Ontario,

P7B 5E1, Central Canada, Canada

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$23,000.01 (US$ 16,532) per year
Books/Supplies 1000

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

30/09/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Thunder Bay

955 Oliver Road,

Thunder Bay,

Ontario,

P7B 5E1, Central Canada, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants for admission must be graduates of a recognized university, college, or institute as well as show evidence of scholarly achievement. Except where otherwise stated in the Admission Requirements of a particular program, degree students must have a four year bachelor's degree or its equivalent with at least second class standing (B) based on their last 20 half courses or equivalent.

An applicant holding a degree other than one in the discipline area to which admission is sought will be considered on the basis of courses taken and academic standing. A Qualifying Year at the undergraduate level may be required to meet the admission standards. Courses taken as part of a Qualifying Year can not be used as credit towards a graduate degree.

Program Specific Requirements: Normal admission to the MSc-ME program requires a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other equivalent four-year program, with at least a 70% average, or equivalent

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) - Minimum Score: 60

Cambridge Academic English (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency) - Minimum Score: 176 (no individual score less than 169)

Duolingo English Test - Minimum Score: 110

International English Language Testing System (

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Lakehead University

Lakehead University is a vibrant and forward-thinking institution that provides a transformative educational experience for students.

  • #1 in Ontario, Top 6 in Canada (Maclean’s 2026)
  • #1 North America under 10,000 students (Global Impact 2026))
  • Locations in Thunder Bay, Orillia & Barrie, Ontario
  • 97.9 % employed within 2 years of graduation

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