University of Toronto
Engineering Graduate Studies
U of T Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS)
The University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies recently celebrated its 75th anniversary and has been a world-class hub for aerospace research since its establishment.
From autonomous drones and sustainable aviation to space robotics and microsatellites, our researchers are on the cutting edge of the latest technologies that are revolutionizing our world. As a UTIAS graduate student, you will collaborate with exceptional students, researchers and industry leaders while gaining the expertise and experience to succeed in your career. The Centres for Research in Sustainable Aviation (CRSA) and in Aerial Robotics (CARRE) make UTIAS a world leader in these vital areas, providing opportunities for students in both education and research.
In addition to providing you with a rich research and learning experience, we offer a wealth of opportunities for graduate students to explore their interests through student associations and international collaborations. The Aerospace Students’ Association provides a range of sporting activities and local excursions to complement your studies. UTIAS has agreements with aerospace universities in China and France that enable student exchanges for international experience. You can also participate in Start@UTIAS, an entrepreneurship incubator program in conjunction with the U of T Entrepreneurship Hatchery.
Research areas
- Advanced Aerospace Structures
- Aerospace Computational Engineering
- Aircraft Flight Systems & Control
- Autonomous Space Robotics
- Combustion & Propulsion
- Computational Aerodynamics & Aerostructural Optimization
- Computational Fluid Dynamics & Propulsion
- Computational Modelling & Design Optimization Under Uncertainty
- Dynamic Systems
- Experimental Fluid Dynamics
- Flow Control & Experimental Turbulence
- Fusion Energy: Plasma Materials Interactions
- Robotics
- Space & Terrestrial Autonomous Robotic Systems
- Spacecraft Dynamics & Control
- Space Flight Laboratory: Microsatellite Systems
- Space Mechatronics
- Vehicle and Dynamics Simulation
We offer the following graduate degrees in our department:
Department at a glance
- Top-ranked aerospace research institute in Canada
- A community of more than 190 graduate students and 20 professors from across Canada and around the world
- Industrial partnerships with Canada’s leading aerospace companies
- Home to one of the 10 North American AutoDrive Challenge™ teams
Master of Engineering
MEng
This program provides you with advanced professional training and unique opportunities for international enrichment. The MEng is an excellent way to differentiate yourself in today’s competitive marketplace.
Areas of Emphasis:
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Aerial Robotics
- Engineering and Globalization
- Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Innovation and Technology in Engineering (ELITE)
- Forensic Engineering
- Robotics
- Sustainable Energy
- Sustainable Aviation
Admission Requirements: Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy UTIAS’s additional admission requirements stated below.
An appropriate bachelor of applied science degree in engineering, or an equivalent four-year degree from a recognized undergraduate engineering program.
Starting this fall, you can also apply to gain industry experience with a paid, eight-month MEng Co-op. Spaces are limited. Learn more about MEng Co-op »
Length of Study: One year of full-time study or two years of extended full-time study. On a part-time basis, the requirements of the degree must be complete within six years.
Domestic Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $15,618
International Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $73,760
Domestic Deadline: Apply by May 31 for a September 2026 start.
International Deadline: Apply by April 15 for a September 2026 start.
Master of Applied Science
MASc
The MASc program is oriented toward a career in either research or industry. You’ll complete courses and a thesis that reports the findings of your research project completed under the supervision of a UTIAS faculty member. As an MASc student, you will be eligible to receive a minimum of $24,000 plus tuition and fees per year for up to two years of study. Exceptional students can fast-track into the PhD program.
Admission Requirements: Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy UTIAS’s additional admission requirements stated below.
An appropriate four-year undergraduate degree in engineering, mathematics, physics or chemistry from a recognized university.
Length of Study: 20 months of full-time study
Domestic Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $8,448
International Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $34,900
Deadline: Apply by January 16, 2026 for a September 2026 start.
Please Note: We encourage you to contact potential supervisors prior to applying.
Doctor of Philosophy
PhD
The PhD program is oriented toward a career in academia or a senior position in government or industry. The program consists of courses and an extensive thesis, which you will complete under the supervision of a UTIAS faculty member. As a PhD student, you will be eligible to receive a minimum of $31,000 plus tuition and fees (i.e., $40,000 total funding) per year for up to four years of study.
Admission Requirements: Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy UTIAS’s additional admission requirements stated below.
An MASc degree in engineering, mathematics, physics or chemistry and demonstrated ability to perform advanced research.
Length of Study: Four years of full-time study
Domestic Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $8,448
International Tuition (2024–2025, full-time): $9,240
Deadline: Apply by January 16, 2026 for a September 2026 start.
Please Note: We encourage you to contact potential supervisors prior to applying.
English Proficiency Requirements: There is a minimum English proficiency requirement for all applicants educated outside Canada whose primary language is not English. It is a requirement of admission and should be met before applying for admission. Please visit uofteng.ca/UTIAS-admissions to determine whether you are required to take a test and for a list of accepted tests and their minimum required scores.
All tuition amounts include incidental fees.
For further information, contact:
UTIAS Graduate Admissions Office
MASc / PhD Admission Email: MASc-PhD.admissions@utias.utoronto.ca
MEng Admission Email: MEng.admissions@utias.utoronto.ca
Web: utias.utoronto.ca
Office: 4925 Dufferin Street, Toronto, Ontario, M3H 5T6
