Overview

At the graduate level, the Department of Mechanical Engineering at York University offers thesis-based MASc and PhD degrees in widely varying areas of specialization depending on the student’s research work and supervisor.

Features

The program offers research directions in core fields such as solid mechanics, thermofluids, control and aerospace, as well as in multidisciplinary areas of focus such as microfluidics, smart and multifunctional materials and biomedical optics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aerospace engineering

Energy technology and consulting

Automotive industry

Biomedicine

Healthcare

Manufacturing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

60

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering View 24 other PhDs in Mechanical Engineering in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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60

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Other requirements

General requirements

Required documents and submission deadlines differ by program; make sure you know what they are and when they’re due by visiting the appropriate program page. All documentation submitted becomes the property of York University and cannot be returned.

Late applications are only accepted at the discretion of the graduate program. To request a late application, please get in touch with the program contacts. For extended deadlines, please check with the Office of Admissions or contact the program office.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12000 CAD / year

≈ 12000 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

2870 CAD / year

≈ 2870 CAD / year

Living costs

Toronto

Canada

1502 - 2563 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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