M.Eng Electrical and Computer Engineering at Dalhousie University [DAL], Halifax Fees, Entry Requirement & Application Deadline

M.Eng Electrical and Computer Engineering from Dalhousie University 2025 Entry: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Entry Requirements etc.

Halifax, Nova ScotiaLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1818established year
19000enrollment
Public
Partner [18 Courses]
7.5/10

Master of Engineering [M.Eng] (Electrical and Computer Engineering)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus

$7,821 /Yr

CA$10,863 /Yr
1 Students Applied

Important Alert

  • Application Deadline for January 2026 Intake - Aug 31, 2025

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$7821 (CAD 10863)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Meal Expenses$4320 (CAD 6000)
Traditional House Expenses$4617 (CAD 6413)

Tuition Fee per Credit: $680


Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Application Deadline for January 2026 Intake Aug 31, 2025
Due Date for Fall Term Tuition Fee Payment Sep 16, 2025
Application Deadline For John and Lena Graham Commonwealth Bursary Oct 31, 2025
Application Deadline For Glendon Chase McCormick Scholarship Dec 13, 2025
Application Deadline for May 2026 Intake Dec 31, 2025
Due Date for Winter Term Tuition Fee Payment Jan 22, 2026
Application Deadline For A.S. Mowat Prize Scholarship Feb 1, 2026
Application Deadline for September 2026 Intake Apr 1, 2026

M.Eng Electrical and Computer Engineering from Dalhousie University Overview

Dalhousie University offers a Master of Engineering (M.Eng) in Electrical and Computer Engineering, a full-time, course-based program typically completed in 12 to 18 months. This professionally oriented, project-based degree requires students to complete at least seven graduate-level courses, a non-credit seminar, and a final project with an oral defense. Key research areas include applied electromagnetics, biomedical engineering, communications, computer engineering, microelectronics, optics/photonics, and power systems. With access to experienced faculty and industry collaborations, graduates are well-prepared for technical roles, earning an average salary of up to $58,000. Dalhousie University accepts almost all English proficiency exams, such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo for international students admission. Indian students with excellent scores are eligible for Glendon Chase McCormick Scholarship, A.S. Mowat Prize & John and Lena Graham Commonwealth Bursary worth $4,000, $1,500 & $1,000 (4 times).

M.Eng Electrical and Computer Engineering from Dalhousie University Fees

The Annual Cost of pursuing an M.Eng Electrical and Computer Engineering from Dalhousie University is $43,456, which includes tuition fee of $34396 and monthly living costs range from $21,995 which includes House Expenses and Meal Experience. 

M.Eng Electrical and Computer Engineering from Dalhousie University Dates

Dalhousie University accepts applications for May, September and January Intake. Upcoming Application Deadline for January 2026 Intake is  31st August 2025.

M.Eng Electrical and Computer Engineering from Dalhousie University Module

The M.Eng Electrical and Computer Engineering from Dalhousie University includes the following modules:

Program Structure

  • 7 graduate-level courses totaling 21 credit hours
  • ECED 6900: Graduate Seminar (non-credit)
  • ECED 8900: M.Eng Project worth 6 credit hours

This brings the total to 27 credit hours for the program.

Final Project (ECED 8900)

ECED 8900: M.Eng Project, a 6-credit course


Eligibility & Entry Requirement

School Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Academic Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students should have completed a 4-year bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
  • A minimum GPA of at least 3.0/4.33 (B grade) in the last 60 credit hours of study is required to be eligible for the program.

Indian Student Eligibility:

  • Completed a 4-year UG degree with an upper second class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • Students with bachelor's degrees in engineering from Indian universities are encouraged to submit their JEE or GATE scores.

English Language Requirements

TOEFL(iBT): 92
IELTS: 7
PTE: 65

Application link

Application link

Total Credits

27

Course Duration 

2 years full-time

Work experience     Two years

Application Fee

$115

Documents Required

  • Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees. 
  • Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Two Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
  • Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths, and any work experience and/or education that students have.
  • Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores.
  • Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • Confirmation of Employment Form:  Students must be emailed as an attachment by applicant or referee. 
  • Proof of name change: Required only if name discrepancies exist between transcripts/assessments/test scores and other application documents.  Examples of proof: Marriage/divorce certificates, 2 copies of government-issued ID that include a previous and current name and date of birth.
  • ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

Scores Required

92 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

7 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

65 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

3.0 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA

115

Application Fees


Ranking

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Times Higher Education logo
Engineering 401 out of 1250 in Global Ranking
( #10 out of 30 in Canada 2025)

QS World University logo
Engineering 451 out of 550 in Global Ranking
( #13 out of 19 in Canada 2025)

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TOP Scholarships

Scholarship nameAward amountEligibility
Glendon Chase McCormick Scholarship$4,000Must be enrolled in a Master's or Doctoral program with a first-class academic standing (GPA 3.7/4.3) in the last two years.
A.S. Mowat Prize$1,500Must be enrolled in the first year of a master’s program at Dalhousie University as of the application deadline
John and Lena Graham Commonwealth Bursary$1,000 (4 times)Must be a resident of a Commonwealth country other than Canada and be in need of financial aid.



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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Abdul Majid Bader Graduate Scholarship- Dalhousie UniversityScholarship per student$ 28,800/Yr$40,000Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeCollege-Specific
Killam Predoctoral ScholarshipsScholarship per student$ 30,240/Yr$42,000Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeCollege-Specific
A.S. Mowat Prize Scholarship at Dalhousie UniversityScholarship per student$ 1,080/Yr$1,500Level Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
ASID Foundation Legacy ScholarshipsScholarship per student$ 2,880/Yr$4,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
VueVille Future Technology ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 720/Yr$1,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Adobe Women in Technology ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based

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