Program Description
The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Bioresource Engineering (Thesis) offered by the Department of Bioresource Engineering in the Faculty of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences is a research-intensive program that emphasizes cutting-edge and engaging learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in original thinking, data collection, and scientific communication to either continue their studies or pursue professional opportunities.
Keywords: Plant and animal environments, ecological engineering (ecosystem modelling, design, management, and remediation), water resources management (hydrology, irrigation, drainage, water quality), agricultural machinery, mechatronics, and robotics, food engineering and bioprocessing, post-harvest technology, waste management and protection of the environment, bioenergy, and artificial intelligence.
Unique Program Features
- The Department's main research areas include: plant and animal environments, ecological engineering (ecosystem modelling, design, management, and remediation), water resources management (hydrology, irrigation, drainage, water quality), agricultural machinery, mechatronics, and robotics, food engineering and bio-processing, post-harvest technology, waste management and protection of the environment, bio-energy, and artificial intelligence.
University-Level Admission Requirements
- An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.4Â GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
- English-language proficiency
Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.
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Program Website
MSc in Bioresource Engineering website
Department Contact
Graduate Program gradstudies.macdonald [at] mcgill.ca (subject: MSc%20in%20Bioresource%20Engineering) (email)
Available Intakes
Fall
Winter
Application Deadlines
| Intake | Applications Open | Application Deadline - International | Application Deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALL | September 15 | January 15 | March 15 |
| WINTER | February 15 | July 15 | September 1 |
| SUMMER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.