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Maîtrise en génie électrique (M.Ing. course-based or M.Sc.A. research)

Université de Sherbrooke · Sherbrooke, Canada · Master's (postgraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Master's

Duration

45 credits

Tuition / year

C$27,010 (≈ ₹18.1 lakh)

Intakes

Course streams: September; research streams: September, January and May

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Course overview

Maîtrise en génie électrique (M.Ing. course-based or M.Sc.A. research) is a postgraduate (master's) course in engineering at Université de Sherbrooke in Sherbrooke, Canada. It takes 45 credits, with intakes in Course streams: September; research streams: September, January and May.

Université de Sherbrooke is a public institution, ranked 951–1000 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityUniversité de Sherbrooke (Public)
LocationSherbrooke, Canada
CourseMaîtrise en génie électrique (M.Ing. course-based or M.Sc.A. research)
LevelMaster's (postgraduate)
Subject areaEngineering
Duration45 credits
Tuition per yearC$27,010 (≈ ₹18.1 lakh)
IntakesCourse streams: September; research streams: September, January and May
English requirementFunctional French needed to follow courses: C1 (500/699) in all four skills on a recognised test, unless exempt; good English for reading research

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is C$27,010 a year, about ₹18.1 lakh.

Autumn 2026 course-based rate: $13,505 per term including incidental fees, × 2; research master's is $11,145 per term

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn CADApprox. in rupees
Housing (rent, electricity, heating)C$8,400per year≈ ₹5.6 lakh
Food and hygieneC$8,400per year≈ ₹5.6 lakh
Health insurance (estimated premium)C$900per year≈ ₹60,300
Intercity transportC$1,150per year≈ ₹77,050
Other costs (health insurance, return travel, settling in)UdeS subtotalC$3,650one-off and yearly≈ ₹2.4 lakh

Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Career outcomes

Average (median) salary

C$79,800

≈ ₹53.5 lakh a year

Median employment income two years after graduation, Master's degree

Job roles

  • Design engineer
  • Mechanical engineer
  • Consulting civil engineer
  • Electrical engineer
  • Manufacturing engineer
  • CAD technician

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • Siemens
  • Bosch
  • Rolls-Royce
  • Airbus
  • Arup
  • AECOM
  • Jacobs
  • WSP
  • BMW
  • Larsen & Toubro

Eligibility

General entry requirements at Université de Sherbrooke for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Master's in Electrical Engineering: a bachelor's in engineering with a cumulative average of at least 2.7 out of 4.3 or equivalent.
  • The same page says applicants from outside Canada should be in the final year of an engineering programme of at least five years, so check with the faculty how a four-year B.Tech is assessed.
  • Research streams need a professor who agrees to supervise you before admission.
  • French at C1 level is expected for engineering master's programmes; good English is needed to read research.

English requirements

For this course: Functional French needed to follow courses: C1 (500/699) in all four skills on a recognised test, unless exempt; good English for reading research.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
French (all programmes)Teaching is in French. Engineering asks for C1 (500/699 or more) in all four skills on a recognised test, unless exempt; weaker students may have to take extra French courses.
EnglishNot the language of teaching. Engineering master's pages say good English is needed to read scientific publications.
English test for admissionUdeS publishes English requirements on a separate page for programmes that need them; most do not.

Need a score? IELTS and PTE coaching is available with us.

Intakes

This course starts in: Course streams: September; research streams: September, January and May.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Canada

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (bachelor's applicants)
  • Degree transcripts and certificate (master's applicants)
  • French test result (C1 for engineering) unless exempt
  • Application fee of $106
  • Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ, about $135) and study permit (about $150) after admission

Scholarships

  • Exemption from supplemental international tuition

    All levels (limited numbers); research doctorates

    Value: You pay a much lower rate; for example a full-time doctoral study term drops to $1,555 tuition plus fees

    Some international students qualify because of their status or because Quebec has an agreement with their country (limited numbers). Research doctoral students can apply for an exemption for full-time study terms.

    Official page
  • USI Involvement Scholarship (USherbrooke International)

    International students

    Value: See the UdeS scholarship directory

    Supports the inclusion and involvement of international students at UdeS.

    Official page
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About Université de Sherbrooke

The Université de Sherbrooke (UdeS) was founded on 4 May 1954 and now has about 33,700 students on three campuses: two in Sherbrooke and one in Longueuil, across the river from Montreal. It has faculties of engineering, science, management, law, medicine and health sciences, education, humanities and physical activity sciences.

UdeS is known for its co-operative education. Its engineering bachelor's degrees are full-time co-op programmes; computer engineering, for example, includes five paid work terms of four months each, about 20 months of experience. Computer science can also be taken in a co-op format.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Maîtrise en génie électrique (M.Ing. course-based or M.Sc.A. research) at Université de Sherbrooke?

The tuition for international students is C$27,010 a year (about ₹18.1 lakh). Autumn 2026 course-based rate: $13,505 per term including incidental fees, × 2; research master's is $11,145 per term. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Maîtrise en génie électrique (M.Ing. course-based or M.Sc.A. research)?

The course takes 45 credits.

What English score do I need?

Functional French needed to follow courses: C1 (500/699) in all four skills on a recognised test, unless exempt; good English for reading research. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: Course streams: September; research streams: September, January and May. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

  1. Université de Sherbrooke: Maîtrise en génie électrique (M.Ing. course-based or M.Sc.A. research) (opens in a new tab)
  2. UdeS: Tuition fees for international students (autumn 2026) (opens in a new tab)
  3. UdeS: Living costs for international students (opens in a new tab)
  4. UdeS: Scholarships for international students (opens in a new tab)
  5. UdeS: International students hub (opens in a new tab)

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