Bachelor of Applied Science in Nanotechnology Engineering

University of Waterloo

Join us to be a technology rebel, break convention, and create disruptive novel ideas for a bold new scientific frontier Nanotechnology Engineering is the foundation of future technology. It saves lives, mitigates climate change, enables AI and quantum computing, powers the global economy, and enhances our quality of life. Used to develop COVID mRNA vaccines and pharmaceuticals, biomedical technologies, and create high performance integrated circuits, the discipline also enhances sustainable development and combats the climate crisis by enabling electrification. Our program is the first accredited nanotechnology program in Canada and features a dedicated clean room with multimillion dollar cutting edge equipment for Nanotechnology Engineering students. You’ll use principles from biology, chemistry, electronics, and quantum physics to create materials and machines far too small to see with the naked eye. You’ll gain extensive experience in your lab courses and through a range of paid co op opportunities. When you graduate you'll be well positioned to benefit from the billions of dollars of planned investment in the global nanotechnology sector that enables advanced computing, innovative health care systems, and tackling climate change through renewable energy production and storage.

Faculty of Engineering