Cyber-Physical Systems

This program is offered under the written consent of the Minister of Colleges and Universities for the period from January 18, 2023 to January 18, 2028. Prospective students are responsible for satisfying themselves that the program and the degree will be appropriate to their needs (e.g., acceptable to potential employers, professional licensing bodies or other educational institutions).

This program positions itself at the forefront of technological innovation, preparing students to lead in a world where intelligent systems seamlessly integrate with the physical environment. Rooted in a curriculum that blends embedded systems, IoT protocols, wireless networking, AI, and data analytics, the program empowers graduates to design and deploy smart solutions across industries.

Graduates of the program are highly sought after by industry, and their career paths primarily lead to practical applications across a wide range of engineering and technology domains.

Leveraging their expertise in cyber-physical systems, IoT, and intelligent applications, alumni often pursue roles such as IoT embedded software engineers, data scientists, systems architects, and robotics engineers. Many also transition into cross-functional positions like sales engineers, technical consultants, and product managers, where their deep technical knowledge and strategic thinking drive innovation and business growth.

• Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems.
• Explain and apply engineering design principles, as appropriate to the program’s educational objectives.
• Produce solutions that meet specified end-user needs with consideration of economic factors, and, where relevant, factors related to public policy, safety, and the environment.
• Acquire strong working knowledge of the computer languages required to build IoT applications, both on IoT devices and on the network/server side.
• Gain comprehensive understanding of the range of wireless and application protocols that support different IoT application domains.
• Work in a team environment to design and develop a complete IoT application using both high-level and low-level computer languages and a range of software configuration tools.

Studying in Toronto puts you at the center of Canada’s leading smart-tech hub. Toronto’s thriving ecosystem of startups, global enterprises, research institutions, and government initiatives offers unmatched opportunities to learn, innovate, and connect. With 30% annual growth in its startup ecosystem—the fastest among Canada’s top 10 cities—and ranking among the top 10 North American cities for AI talent, Toronto gives students a front-row seat to cutting-edge technologies and career-launching opportunities.

Applications received after the stated deadline dates will be accepted and processed as quickly as possible; however it may not be possible to have a decision rendered in time for the applicant to begin taking classes for the desired term if admitted.

Applications submitted by the referenced dates will receive full consideration for the referenced term. Applications received after the referenced dates will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

• Completed online application form

• Two letters of recommendation

• Transcripts from all institutions attended

  • The Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) is a required assessment of all transcripts and documents from non-U.S. accredited post-secondary education institutions. (Review the FCE requirements by country.)

• GRE is not required for terms starting during the 2025-2026 academic years

• Statement of purpose

• Resumé

• TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for international applicants unless the waiver requirements are met

• The application fee is waived for all new applicants applying to any of our Master of Science or Graduate Certificates for the fall 2025 and spring 2026 application terms.