About the course

Discover how to manipulate individual atoms and molecules in Materials and Nanosciences at Waterloo. As one of the top nanoscience programs in Canada (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021), this program has lots to offer, including paid co-op opportunities. You?ll learn the ins and outs of designing composite materials, ceramics, semiconductor materials, fuel cells, energy storage devices, solar cells, and more. And thanks to small classes, you?ll have plenty of opportunity to connect with other students and professors. Materials and Nanoscience is a mix of chemistry, physics, and math. You?ll also take materials science courses where you learn about what makes a substance unique. For example, if you arrange atoms in a certain way, why does the material have stability and strength rather than flexibility In upper years, you can choose to take more chemistry or physics. It all depends on what aspects of materials science you enjoy. Build an awesome r?sum?. Conduct research in our world-leading Quantum-Nano Centre, or join Waterloo's NanoRobotics Group. If you opt for co-op, you?ll gain valuable skills during your five work terms. Meet other nano-geeks. The student-run Materials and Nanoscience (MNS) Society hosts lab events, social outings, and professional development workshops to equip you with the tools for success. Dive into the world of nanoparticles and learn about the properties of materials, such as superconductors, insulators, and biomaterials, and how they are designed and synthesized. Materials science is one of the oldest forms of applied science, with certain eras of time ? such as the Stone, Bronze, and Iron ages ? named after the material of major significance. With new technologies assisting scientists to see the world on a whole new level, materials science has become increasingly important and essential. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 5 Year(s)Fees: CA$250,000

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Waterloo
Fall (September), 2025	Waterloo

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Waterloo

Official/Unofficial High School Transcripts Required.

　　Ontario students: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including

　　English (ENG4U) (minimum final grade of 70% is required)

　　Advanced Functions (minimum final grade of 70% is required)

　　Calculus and Vectors (minimum final grade of 70% is required)

　　Two of Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Space Science, Mathematics of Data Management, or Physics

　　Admission averages: Low 80s

　　International Baccalaureate (IB) - Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches HL or SL - minimum 4. HL or SL English A - minimum 4. Two of: Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, total 27

　　IELTS Academic - 6.5 overall, 6.5 writing, 6.5 speaking, 6.0 reading, 6.0 listening, TOEFL Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) - 90 overall, 25 writing, 25 speaking.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Waterloo. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　158th / 1250

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