UBC Opens MASc Engineering Applications for Pakistani Students

The University of British Columbia in Canada has opened applications for its Master of Applied Science (MASc) in Electrical and Computer Engineering program for the September 2027 intake. Pakistani applicants and other international students can now submit their credentials through the official graduate admissions portal.

This research-based degree offers structured funding pathways and academic opportunities for qualified engineering graduates from Pakistan seeking higher education abroad.

What are the important dates and deadlines?

Applications officially open on October 15, 2026. Prospective applicants must complete and submit their admission files by the final deadline of January 15, 2027, for the upcoming September 2027 term.

Who is eligible to apply?

Applicants require a relevant four-year bachelor’s degree in engineering or a closely related field, strong academic transcripts, three recommendation letters, and proof of English proficiency where applicable. The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not mandatory for this intake.

What are the funding and tuition details?

According to UBC funding statistics, students in a supported cohort received a median annual funding of CAD 32,575 during their first two years. The median net funding stood at CAD 22,970 after deducting tuition and student fees.

Financial assistance is not guaranteed for every applicant and depends on available research assistantships, teaching positions, supervisor funding, and merit-based awards. The baseline annual tuition for international students sits at approximately CAD 10,081.65. Eligible international candidates may also qualify for an International Tuition Award worth up to CAD 3,200 per year.

How can Pakistani students apply?

Interested candidates should review specific academic requirements and research focus areas directly on the official UBC graduate admissions portal. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact potential faculty supervisors whose research matches their background before submitting their application files.

Last checked: October 15, 2026. Please verify all dates, fee schedules, and admission criteria directly from the official University of British Columbia website before applying.