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Duration

4 years

Tuition

$49,784

  Hamilton

Sep 1-Sep 1

Commitment

Full-Time

Delivery

Classroom

Credential

Degree

Year Founded

1887

Scholarships

no

McMaster’s Engineering 1 builds the foundation for a strong education in math, science, and engineering at one of the best programs in Canada. Students take courses in calculus, algebra, physics, and design that will turn them into a Swiss Army knife of a student, before choosing an engineering specialization in their second year.

The Integrated Cornerstone Design Project in Engineering course will take all the knowledge gained and apply it into a foundational topic. Students will need to use their skills in design, communication, and more to build in a simulated workplace environment.

At the end of their first year, students will make a decision on where they want to move forward. Options for specialization include Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Engineering, among others.

Admission Requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum average of 87 percent.

What You’ll Learn

  • Basic introductions of engineering level chemistry, math, and electricity.
  • How various engineers in different disciplines work in tandem to build.
  • Principles of particle mechanics, rigid bodies, Newton’s Laws, and kinematics.

 

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Student Reviews (13)

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McMaster University

Collaborative rather than competitive

Mika Mseuda

Hamilton • February 20, 2026

Graduated From

Engineering 1

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

5 stars

McMaster University’s Engineering program has a common first year, which I actually appreciated—it gave me time to explore different disciplines before choosing my stream. It’s definitely rigorous, and the workload can be intense, but it pushes y...

McMaster University’s Engineering program has a common first year, which I actually appreciated—it gave me time to explore different disciplines before choosing my stream. It’s definitely rigorous, and the workload can be intense, but it pushes you to think critically and manage your time well. The community is collaborative rather than competitive, and there are plenty of design teams and clubs to get involved in. Overall, it’s demanding but rewarding if you’re ready to put in the effort.

McMaster University

Interdisciplinary focus really sets you apart

Darnell Schaefer

Hamilton • February 20, 2026

Graduated From

Integrated Biomedical Engineering & Health Sciences

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

5 stars

As a graduate of the Integrated Biomedical Engineering & Health Sciences program, I found it to be a great mix of engineering, health, and real-world problem solving. The program is project-heavy, so you build practical skills fast, and the interdi...

As a graduate of the Integrated Biomedical Engineering & Health Sciences program, I found it to be a great mix of engineering, health, and real-world problem solving. The program is project-heavy, so you build practical skills fast, and the interdisciplinary focus really sets you apart. It’s challenging, but it prepares you well for industry, grad school, or professional programs.

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