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MSc Mechanical Engineering at Lakehead University

Lakehead University, Canada

Programme overview

The MSc in Mechanical Engineering (MSc-ME) at Lakehead University (Thunder Bay) develops independent research abilities through coursework and systematic research, with small classes and close supervisor contact.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering  |  Duration: Must be completed within six terms (2 years) of continuous registration  |  Intake: Winter (January) and Spring/Summer 2027 open; Fall (September) 2027 opens October 2026  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Research areas: mechatronics, vibration and control, machinery health condition monitoring, system state prognostics, design and manufacturing, fluid and thermal dynamics, and alternative energy and powertrain. Thesis and course routes.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent four-year program with at least a 70% average.

Main intake: September (Fall). January (Winter) intake for select programs including Biology, Chemistry, Master in Education, Chemical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Forestry, Geology, Physics and Sociology; May (Spring) intake for select programs including Biology, Chemistry, Education, Forestry (thesis-based) and Geology.

Lakehead has three intake periods: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Spring/Summer (May/July).

Applications are received continually; recommended complete package dates: February 1 for a Fall start, September 16 for a Winter start and January 15 for a Spring start. The non-refundable application fee is $125 CAD, paid through the online Graduate Studies application.

Apply through the official page: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/admissions/how-to-apply

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