This document provides an overview of post-graduate studies opportunities in mechanical engineering in Canada. It discusses reasons for pursuing further education, including career advancement opportunities. Canada is highlighted for its academic excellence, affordable costs and high quality of life. Popular master's programs are outlined in domains like mechanical engineering, manufacturing and energy. Requirements for admission include academic qualifications, language proficiency, and the application process. With a post-graduation work permit, international students can gain Canadian work experience to qualify for permanent residence.

1. Post Graduate Studies
in Mechanical Engineering
Country in focus- Canada
A comprehensive guide by Akash Yadav

2. Contents : Why Canada?
Available Courses
Career Opportunities
Admission Requirements

3. Why Post Graduation?
Change in Hiring Landscape
Niche Selection
Flexibility
Earning Potential
Management Prospects
Independent Personal Development

4. Why Canada?
Academic Excellence
Financially Affordable
Peaceful and Quality of life
Cultural Diversity
Part Time work permit
Immigration Ease

5. Education System
Post Graduate Education system
Universities
Masters Degree
(Course Based)
Masters Degree
(Thesis Based)
Colleges
Diploma Courses
PG Certificates

6. Available Master’s Courses:
Domains
Mechanical
Engineering
Manufacturing
and
Mechatronics
Industrial
Engineering
Automotive
Engineering
Environment
and
Energy
Project
Management

7. Top Universities for Mechanical Engineering :
1. University of Toronto
2. McGill University
3. University of British Columbia
4. University of Alberta
5. McMaster University
6. Waterloo University
7. University of Calgary
8. University of Ottawa
9. Dalhousie University
Other Universities:
1. Concordia University
2. Windsor University
3. University of Guelph

8. Available PG Courses
Mechanical Engineering Technician- Design
Mechanical Engineering Technology- Industrial
Automated Manufacturing
Robotics and Automation
Non-Destructive Analysis
Design and Drafting
Automotive Product Design
Project Management

9. Top Colleges
Centennial College
Sheridan College
Seneca College
Humber College
Fanshawe College
George Brown College
Conestoga College
Algonquin College

10. Career Opportunities

11. • "The shortage of highly skilled professionals is undeniably contributing to
the challenges faced by Canada’s engineering industry,“ - Jan Hein Bax,
president of employment agency Randstad Canada.
• Expected to face labour shortage conditions over the period of 2019-2028
• The unemployment rate across Canada was as less as 5.83% for
mechanical engineers.
• Usually earn between $24.00/hour and $62.37/hour
Career Opportunities

12. Job Titles
• Acoustics Engineer
• Automotive Engineer
• Design Engineer - Mechanical
• Energy Conservation Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer
• Nuclear Engineer
• Engineer, Power Generation
• Fluid Mechanics Engineer
• HVAC Engineer
• Mechanical Maintenance
Engineer
• Refrigeration Engineer
• Tool Engineer
• Thermal Design Engineer
• Robotics Engineer
• Piping Engineer

13. Employment skills:
Installing, Maintaining and Repairing
 Professional Communicating
Inspecting and Testing
 Co-ordinating and Organizing
Employment Knowledge:
Design
Engineering and Applied Technologies
Processing and Production
Public Safety and Security
Mechanical Engineer

14. Employment skills:
 Supervising and Training
 Writing Technical Reports and Specifications
 Preparing contracts and tenders
 Cost Estimation
Employment Knowledge:
 Computer and Information Systems
 Engineering design
 Drafting Technology
Public Safety and Security
Piping Draftsperson

15. Employment skills:
 Using Specialized Instrumentation
 Failure analyses and operational testing
 Production testing and control
 Projecting Outcomes
Employment Knowledge:
 Characteristics of materials
 Design, develop and specify processes
 Chemical and physical analytical studies
Metallurgical and Materials Engineer

16. Employment skills:
 Plan and design plant layouts
 Installing and setting-up technical infrastructure
 Developing Performance Standards
 Enhancing industrial health and safety
 Strong management skills
Employment Knowledge:
 Time studies and work simplification programs
 Production and Processing
 Engineering and Technology
Computers and Electronic
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineer

17. Employment skills:
 Strategic Planning
 Allocating and Controlling Resources
 Negotiating and Adjudicating
 Co-ordinating and Organizing
Employment Knowledge:
 Business Administration
 Production Engineering
 Client Service
 Government policies & regulations
Engineering Manager

19. Admission Requirements
Step 1
• Academic and Language Fulfillments
Step 2
• Application Stage
Step 3
• Study Permit & Visa Approval
Step 4
• PGWP and Permanent Residence

20. Academic and Language Fulfillments
Bachelor’s Degree with good CGPA - generally above 7.0 CGPA for Masters Degree
Language Requirements – minimum Score of 6.5 in IELTS with 6.0 in each module
Documents Required: a) Copies of Mark sheets
b) Provisional Degree/ Bonafide Certificate
c) 3 academic reference letters
d) Statement of Purpose
e) Resume
f) Language Proficiency Report
g) Transcript (sealed in GTU envelope)

21. Application Stage
Intakes- September and January
Start your process at least 6 months before preferred intake
Shortlist your universities/colleges according to interest
Online application and application fees (valid Passport required)
Apply for Scholarships and grants
Receive official Letter of Admit and Tuition Fee Insert

22.  Documents Required: a) Official Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
b) Tuition fee payment record
c) Proof of Financial Support (GIC)
d) Medical Certificate
e) Visa SOP
f) Outlined documents in LOA
 Apply for Visa approval (generally 3-4 weeks)
 Two modes of application- Online and In Person
Study Permit & Visa Approval

23. Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Eligibility:
 You should have pursued a full-time course in Canada
 The length of your course should have been more than 8 months
 Apply for a work permit within three months (90 days) after program completion
 You will be given the work permit only if you have a student visa
Note: The PGWP qualifies for Permanent Residence (PR) through the
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
PGWP and Permanent Residence