Requirements
The application comprises the candidate’s curriculum vitae, academic transcript(s), statement of intent, and supporting letters from three referees. Applicants from universities outside Canada whose first language is not English may need to include the results of an English-Language Proficiency test as part of the application.
Timing
The Institute of Biomedical Engineering offers both research and professional programs, and the admission schedule is provided below. We offer multiple application periods throughout the year to benefit both domestic and international applicants. Although there is flexibility, admission is highly competitive and enrollment is limited. We encourage prospective students to apply as soon as practicable.
Research programs admission (Fall & Winter start)
| Application period | Start session | Duration (months) | Enrollment capacity |
| 1 | Fall | Nov – Feb | Normal¹ |
| 2 | Fall | Mar – May | Lower |
| 3 | Fall | Jun – Aug | Lowest |
| 4 | Winter | Sept – Nov | Lower |
Professional programs admission (Fall start only)
| Application period | Start session | Duration (months) | Enrollment capacity |
| 1 | Fall | Nov – Feb | Normal¹ |
| 2 | Fall | Mar – May | Lower |
| 3 | Fall | Jun – Aug | Lowest |
[Note 1] The maximum number of graduate students per annum that can be supported by departmental and supervisor resources is reported as “Normal” enrollment capacity.
Decision
All applicants are informed about the admission decision before the beginning of the respective start session. For example, applicants who applied for Fall/September start will be informed about the admission decision by August at the latest. Successful applicants are likely to be informed earlier, although the timing may vary depending on the application period.
