Mechanical Engineering
The most versatile engineering degree - design, build, and test everything physical.
Mechanical Engineering is the broadest engineering discipline, covering thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, solid mechanics, materials, manufacturing, and design. Graduates work in aerospace, automotive, energy, robotics, biomedical devices, and consulting. The degree teaches you how physical systems work at a fundamental level.
Admission Average
low to mid 90s at top schools; high 80s at most others (Tier 2 (85-91%))
Typical High School Prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus & Vectors
- Physics
- Chemistry
Skills You'll Build
- Design & CAD Modelling
- Thermodynamics & Fluid Mechanics
- Materials Selection
- Manufacturing Knowledge
- Project Management
Program Facts
- Typical length: 4 years
- Co-op available: Yes
- Graduate school: Not typically required
- Demand outlook: Stable Growth
Top Universities
- University of Waterloo – Waterloo, ON
- University of Toronto – Toronto, ON
- Queen's University – Kingston, ON
- University of British Columbia – Vancouver, BC
- McMaster University – Hamilton, ON
Mechanical Engineering Admission Averages by University
- Mechanical Engineering at University of Waterloo – low 90s
- Mechanical Engineering at University of British Columbia – high 80s (BC) / low 90s (OOP)
- Mechanical Engineering at McGill University – high 80s-low 90s
- Mechanical Engineering at McMaster University – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at Western University – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at University of Ottawa – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at Carleton University – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at Ontario Tech University – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at University of Windsor – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at University of Victoria – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at Concordia University – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at University of Alberta – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at University of Calgary – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at University of Manitoba – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at University of Saskatchewan – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at University of New Brunswick – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering at Memorial University of Newfoundland – high 80s
Careers This Major Leads To
- Mechanical Engineer – Entry $70,000
- Aerospace Engineer – Entry $75,000
- Civil Engineer – Entry $70,000